AFTER HSC/10+2: MISCELLANEOUS QUESTIONS:
Q1. Although I was expect ing much more, I have scored only 52percent marks in the Class XII (CBSE) boards. Should I appear for the exam again, and how do I go about it? I am very confused and depressed.
Q2. I have just appeared for my CBSE class XII exam? I don’t know which stream of studies to opt for? Could you please advise me on what I should do in advance to prepare myself for my admissions and prevent last minute hassles?
Q3. I am a student of class XII from a non-English medium school and lack confidence in communicating in English. Could you help me?
AFTER HSC/10+2: MISCELLANEOUS QUESTIONS:
QS.Although I was expecting much more, I have scored only 52percent marks in the Class XII (CBSE) boards. Should I appear for the exam again, and how do I go about it? I am very confused and depressed.
ANS.Board results are not always a true mirror of a student's abilities. At times, they can be very unpredictable. You have several remedial options to choose from:
First of all, you must apply for verification of your CBSE marks with in 21 days of the decla ration of results.
If in Delhi, you can col lect and deposit your application form for rechecking of marks and fees (Rs. 100 in cash (per subject) at des ignated schools. These forms are not available at the CBSE office directly. The forms can also be downloaded from the CBSE website: www.cbsceresults.nic.in.
Those outside Delhi can obtain the verification forms from the CBSE format of Regional Office or the schools. You can also use a Photostat verifi cation form or download from the CBSE website. However, remember that verification does not mean that your answer sheet will be physically revaluated. It only ensures that your supplementary copies have been tagged and your marks have been properly totaled.
Secondly, you can appear for the Class XII exams as a private candidate from your own school or directly from the CBSE. However, you will have to surrender your previous marks, so make sure your performance is really good this time. Check with your own school or from your state board for details.
You can also appear for the CBSE Class XII exam through Patrachar Vidyalaya (D/o Educa tion, Govt. of NCT of Delhi). The Delhi Senior Secondary Exam is con ducted by the CBSE for students studying through correspondence in all three streams. Details:www.delhigovt.nic.in. Check with your State Department of Education on your state government’s website.
The third option is to take the Class XII exam through the National Insti tute of Open Schooling. NIOS provides you an opportunity to study and clear a subject in which you may have fared poor ly either in high school or the plus two of the CBSE syllabus. Exams are conducted twice a year in May and November. You can appear in as many subjects as you like at a time. Incidentally, you are permitted as many as 9 attempts.
The fourth option is to go for a bachelor's degree through distance learning: even if you were to complete your graduation entirely through distance learning, your degree certificate will not mention anything to that effect. Moreover a good percentage at the graduation level will compensate for a relatively poor performance at the school level Of course, the latter option may not be the ideal one for you if your heart is set on pursuing a professional course like engineering, medicine or architecture straight after Class XII which cannot be done through correspondence or pursued at the postgraduate level unlike some other professional courses e.g. MBA, MCA, Mass Com, Law etc. which are open to students of all streams. Incidentally over 1 lakh students of Class X and 37,500 of Class XII took the compartment exams last year.
QS.I have just appeared for my CBSE class XII exam? I don’t know which stream of studies to opt for? Could you please advise me on what I should do in advance to prepare myself for my admissions and prevent last minute hassles?
ANS.First things first: You need to have a fair idea of which course you want to pursue. Be realistic with your choic es. You're the only one who knows how you have fared, so plan accordingly. Decide your field and make a list of colleges/ institutes in the order of your prefer ence. Unless you are absolutely certain that your scores will ensure admission, choose an alternative field of study, and make a list of colleges for that field too.
You will need to have ready attest ed copies of all your documents at the time of admission. Most stu dents make multiple applications, so it is advisable to have at least 10 copies of each document. All copies of certificates attached to the application form should be attested by the principal or vice principal of the college/ school or a Gazetted Officer or a Special Executive Officer. Original certificates must not be attached with the application.
Of course, many documents (like your mark sheet, passing certificate, migration certificate, School Collegeleaving certificate etc) will be available only after the results are out, but you could start working on other documents. Passport size photographs will be required aplenty so keep copies handy; these things will save you precious time later.
For admission into professional courses like engineering/medicine etc and degree colleges:
*True copy (attested or certified photo copy) of Statement of Marks/Passing certificate for class 10th (CBSE/ICSE) or equivalent examination;
* True copy of Statement of Marks/Passing certificate at the qualifying examination HSC (XII) or equivalent;
* True copy of Provisional Statement of Eligibility and Migration certificate (by candidates who have passed HSC (XII) from boards other than the State board);
* True copy of school/ college leaving certificate/ bonafide certificate from the last attended institution;
* True copy of Respective Entrance exam score card;
* Medical certificate in the specified format;
* Copy of admission slip/ allotment letter;
* True copy of domicile certificate;
* Transfer order of the parent (for children of State Government employees);
* Caste Certificate/ Caste Validity Certificate for candidates belonging to reserved categories;
* Many colleges offer reservations for minority communities. If you are applying for this quota, then submit an affidavit and proof that you belong to that particular community.
Stamp size photo (recent)
For candidates wishing to claim additional marks in science:
For claiming additional marks in the science (vocational) stream, different colleges may have different requirement. But by and large, here's what they need:
* NCC/Scout Certificate;
* District/ state/ national-level participation in athletics and sports;
* Intermediate drawing examination certificate;
* Special category/ sports/ cultural activities/ physically challenged certificate (if admission is claimed under one of these categories.
Note: The School Leaving Certificate is a permanent record of the college you are admitted to, and under no circumstances shall be returned. So it is advisable to keep adequate attested photocopies of the same before submission.
QS.I am a student of class XII from a non English medium school and lack confidence in communicating in English. Could you help me?
ANS.lt is interesting to note that while some students from non-English medium schools believe that they would be confident in giving a speech if their English was fluent, some students from English-medium schools are worried about their public speaking, skills and also lack confidence facing an audience.
If, for some reason, you cannot opt for training classes, you don't need to worry. There are ways in which you can improve your written and spoken English by yourself.
Read more: Read as much as you can, espe cially newspapers and magazines, which not only acquaint you with everyday English, but also with current affairs. Invest in a good dictionary, one that not only gives you the mean ing of the word but also uses it in a dictionary which elaborates the meaning of words with sentence. If need be, get a two language dictionary, which also gives you the meanings in a re gional language. Try using the new words you learn in your everyday communication.
Converse in English: You may not be fluent from the first day itself, but you have to try. Converse in English as far as possible, be open to corrections, and learn to improve on those.
Development classes: Get enrolled in a developmental class teach ing reading, grammar, listening; speaking and vocabulary. Some good ones take care of every aspect of learning and coach you in every sphere. They conduct face to face interaction where students are given a chance to introduce themselves, talk about their hobbies and interest, in this stage importance is not given to grammar or content but to let the student face an audience and gain confidence. In the next stage they have to prepare a speech etc in this way the students learns language skills, verbal non verbal gestures, conduct, body language etc.
Using the Internet:: Computer skills are important for present academics and future careers. After learning the ba sics, get comfortable with the internet as it opens up a lot of opportunities and a world of information.
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