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    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation Tips

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation Tips

    Ujjwal KirtiUpdated on 21 Aug 2020, 06:54 PM IST

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation: Aspirants aiming to be shortlisted for the final list for them, the LIC assistant mains exam preparation plays a pivotal role for the selection process. Candidates who got selected after the declaration of prelims result of the LIC assistant exam are required to appear in the LIC assistant mains exam. The marks obtained in LIC Assistant mains result will be added to the final result. As per the LIC assistant mains exam preparation tips, it is important to check the detailed syllabus and exam pattern of lic assistant. The LIC assistant mains exam preparation consists of strategic study plan, time management, topic wise preparation, solving question papers of LIC Assistant and many more. The LIC Assistant Recruitment exam will be conducted in three phases. To know more about lic assistant mains exam preparation, read the full article below;

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    1. LIC Assistant Mains Exam- Important Dates
    2. LIC Assistant mains exam preparation: Subject Wise Preparation
    3. LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation: Important Tips
    4. LIC Assistant Mains Exam Pattern:
    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation Tips
    Preparation Tips for LIC Assistant Mains Exam

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam- Important Dates

    The authority will release the important dates with the official notification of LIC Assistant. Candidates can check all the details on the official website once the notification will be out. Mentioned below the table of tentative important dates which will be updated as per official announcement.

    Important Dates for LIC Assistant:

    Notification of LIC Assistant 2020

    Second Week of September 2020

    Commencement of online registration of application

    September 2020

    Release of Preliminary call letter/ admit card

    November 2020

    LIC Assistant 2020 Prelim Exam

    November 2020

    LIC Assistant 2020 Prelims Result (tentative)

    November 2020

    LIC Assistant Mains Admit Card

    December 2020

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam

    December 2020

    LIC Assistant Mains Result

    January 2021

    LIC Assistant mains exam preparation: Subject Wise Preparation

    Candidates who get shortlisted after the declaration of LIC assistant prelims exam need to focus on the preparation of LIC assistant mains exam.The exam pattern of LIC assistant mains exam is almost same. However, there is addition of Hindi language for the candidates of North, North Central, Central and Western region. Candidates have to prepare subject wise for the mains exam of LIC Assistant. As per the exam pattern, there are 4 subjects that is and one additional

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation for Reasoning Ability:

    While preparing for the reasoning ability section, it is important to keep focus on the important topics such as syllogism, coding decoding, seating arrangement, inequalities and more. This section needs proper understanding and regular practice of each topic. Solve sample papers based on the latest syllabus and exam pattern. Candidates have to solve 2 sample papers a day for the better result.

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation for Financial /General Awareness:

    This questions of this section is based on the financial sector such as Indian economy, monetary policies, Indian financial system as well as general awareness such as current affairs, general history and geography, International policies and many more. To get qualified in this paper, it is important to read the newspaper daily to get aware about the social happenings. Use monthly or fortnightly magazines. It is important to be updated with all the news. It is good to note down important events and significant dates as short notes for quick revision.

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation for Quantitative Ability :

    The quantitative ability questions are based on the topics such as simplification, average, time and work, profit and loss, simple and compound interest and many more. Although many candidates find this difficult and one of the barriers in qualifying the recruitment stage, with daily practice it will be easy to solve the questions of quantitative aptitude. .Daily practice is needed to crack this paper. This section deals with the basic mathematics so focus on the weaker section first after completing the syllabus of the LIC Assistant mains exam. Use shortcut tricks to solve the questions for easy and accurate answers.

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation for English/Hindi Language :

    Preparing for language is very important. The main topics related to this section are synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction, comprehension and more. Memorise these as a part of daily routine. Solve the sample papers more and more. It's good to cram the grammar rules. This will help you to solve almost all the questions in the language section either Hindi or English.

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Preparation: Important Tips

    • Time Management:

    The proper time management for each subject is key to qualify any competitive examinations. Candidates need to check the latest syllabus and exam pattern and manage time according to that. Complete the whole syllabus focussing more on the weaker areas. Prepare a routine keeping in mind the entire syllabus along with a daily schedule to cover each topic subject-wise.

    • Revision:

    Once the syllabus is complete, revise all the important sections and weaker areas. It will help the candidates for better preparation. . Don't read the whole chapter all over again., go through the short notes of important and formulas to save time

    • Practice

    One of the most essential while preparing for the LIC Assistant mains exam. Practice will help to attain more accuracy and speed. Solve sample papers on a daily basis. Don’t take too much time for one question. Continuous practice will help you to know about the topics which takes more. Focus more on those.

    • Mock Tests:

    Mock tests will help the students to know about the exact exam pattern along with examination pressure and time management. The mock tests are based on the latest syllabus so it will help the candidates to know about which area they need to focus extra.

    • Choice of Best Books:

    This leads to confusion in lots of students. The choice of books is a very important part of preparation. Students must keep in mind that the books are based on the latest syllabus and exam pattern. The book must contain the sample papers both solved and unsolved. There are ample number of books available in the market. Choose the best books as per the best of knowledge.

    • Healthy Routine:

    Preparing best doesn't mean you forget about your health. It is very important to keep yourself healthy. Unhealthy routines will not help you to concentrate on studies. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Exercise and meditate daily.. Don't study continuously. Tae breaks in between the studies,

    LIC Assistant Mains Exam Pattern:

    After qualifying for Preliminary Exam, candidates would be appearing for the Mains exam. The Pattern for Mains Exam of LIC Assistant is two types:

    1. North/North Central/Central/Western



    Sections



    Number of Questions



    Maximum Marks



    Duration


    Minimum Qualifying Marks

    SC/ST/PwD

    Others

    Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude

    40

    40

    30 minutes

    14

    16

    English Language

    40

    40

    30 minutes

    14

    16

    Quantitative Aptitude

    40

    40

    30 minutes

    14

    16

    Hindi Language

    40

    40

    30 minutes

    14

    16

    Financial/General Awareness

    40

    40

    30 minutes

    14

    16

    Total

    200

    200

    150 minutes



    2. Eastern/South Central/Southern



    Sections



    Number of Questions



    Maximum Marks



    Duration


    Minimum Qualifying Marks

    SC/ST/PwD

    Others

    Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude

    60

    60

    40 minutes

    22

    24

    English Language

    40

    40

    35 minutes

    14

    16

    Quantitative Aptitude

    50

    50

    40 minutes

    18

    20

    Financial/General Awareness

    50

    50

    35 minutes

    16

    18

    Total

    200

    200

    150 minutes



    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: Is it difficult to clear the LIC Assistant Mains Examination?
    A:

    No, it is not that much difficult. With the help of proper study plan you can crack it easily.

    Q: How much preparation is required for the LIC Assistant Mains Examination?
    A:

    There is no specific measurement for preparation. It’s all about to give your best while preparing. Appear in mock tests and compare your marks with last year as per your category. Try to score 25-30 marks more than the average cut off.

    Q: How can I download the admit card of the LIC Assistant Mains Examination?
    A:

    Students can download the admit card of LIC Assistant mains exam on the official website after login in with necessary credentials that is registration number/roll number and password/date of birth.

    Q: How can I apply for LIC Assistant 2020?
    A:

    To apply for LIC Assistant, candidates have to  fill the application form of LIC Assistant according to the guidelines given in official notification.

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