Career Guidence: 2013

Sunday, 29 December 2013

Career in Indian army

Due to the chance to serve country and all the respect and facility Indian army has all ways been first preference by young generation for employment. And there not any lack of opportunities in Indian army.
You have to just grab it.

Different opportunists :-

1. Permanent commission

The National Defence Academy, Pune

You can take the NDA entrance exam right after class XI. Clear the UPSC exam and a 5-day Service Selection Board interview, pass your medicals, and you're in NDA. Three years in NDA and you will be a much improved person.

Apart from providing graduation degrees, NDA has the finest infrastructure for professional training. You'll find phenomenal opportunities to develop your personality and cultivate new interests.

There are 31 extra-curricular activities to choose from. You have aero-modeling, golf, gliding, sailing, wind surfing, astronomy, photography and many more. For more details about NDA KHADAKWASLA visit websitewww.nda.nic.in

Indian Military Academy, Dehradun

Indian Military Academy is yet another cradle of leadership. The IMA trains you to lead from the front. You are trained in all aspects of combat and tactics using computers and other modern tools and technologies. The IMA has excellent facilities for all-round development. You can go for adventure sports like river rafting, para jumping, rock climbing, trekking and mountaineering. From the IMA, you're commissioned as a "Lieutenant" in the Indian Army, to go out into the world and live up to the IMA motto - "Valour & Wisdom".

There are four main entries to get into IMA:-

Combined Defence Service Examination(CDSE) In final year of Graduation, you need to pass the Combined Defence Services Exams being conducted by UPSC, clear the SSB interview, be medically fit and join IMA as a Direct Entry provided you come in merit. For details of exam dates/ notification visit UPSC website upsc.nic.in

The other entries are are Non UPSC entries(There is no written exam. You are directly called for SSB interview):-

10+2 Tech Entry you can apply after your 12th Exams. Minimum aggregate of 70% is mandatory in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. You will be detailed for SSB interview based on the cut off as decided by Recruiting Directorate. Look out for the advertisement published in leading newspapers/employment news in May/Dec every year. Total training is five years. (one year at OTA Gaya and four years at Cadet Training Wings).

University Entry Scheme(Pre Final Year Students Only). This entry is for those of you who wish to apply for Army in Pre-Final Year of Engineering. Look out for the advertisement published in leading newspapers/employment news in May every year.

Technical Graduate Course. Those who are studying in final year/ have completed BE/B Tech in notified streams can also join IMA through Technical Graduate Course. The duration of training is 1 year. Look out for the advertisement published in leading newspapers/employment news in May/Jun & Nov/Dec every year.

2. Short service commission

You also have the option of joining the Army and serving as a Commissioned Officer for 10 years and is extendable up to 14 years. At the end of this period you have two options. Either elect for a Permanent Commission or opt out.

Those not selected for Permanent Commission have the option of a 4 years extension. They can resign at any time during this period.

A Short Service Commission empowers you with analytical thinking, planning skills, administrative and organizational abilities. Qualities which will make you an invaluable asset for any organization that you join after the Army and there are opportunities to side step to an alternate career for which Army will also help you.

Officers Training Academy, Chennai

Once selected for Short Service Commission, you go to the Officers Training Academy at Chennai. The selection process is a written exam followed by the SSB interview and medicals. For Technical (Engineering) graduates and law graduates it is direct SSB interview and medicals. If you have done NCC Senior Division (Army) and obtained 'C' certificate with minimum 'B' grade, you can apply through your NCC Branch HQ/Zonal HQ to Recruiting Directorate for direct SSB interview. SSB qualified candidates undergo a medical examination. The duration of training is 49 weeks. OTA training provides you with opportunities to broaden your perspective and widen your horizon. Whether it's skeet-shooting, golf, riding or angling ... at OTA you can do it all.

Short Service Commission For Women (Officers)

In 1992, an important landmark in the history of Indian Army was the induction of women into the officer cadre, and the onerous task of training them was undertaken by the Officers Training Academy.

Revised Terms and Conditions of Service of SSCOs(Women both

Technical and Non-Technical)

Prominent features of the revised policy are :-

(a) Extension of Tenure

(i) Tenure of Short Service Commission. Short Service Commission (SSC), in the Regular Army will be granted for 14 years i.e. for an initial period of 10 years, extendable by 4 years.

(ii) Duration of Training. 49 weeks.

(b) Substantive Promotion :- SSCOs will be eligible for substantive promotion.

(i) To the rank of Capt - on completion of 2 years reckonable commissioned service.

(ii) To the rank of Maj - on completion of 6 years reckonable commissioned service.

(iii) To the rank of Lt Col - on completion of 13 years reckonable commissioned service.

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Combined Defence Services Examination

About Combine Defence Service examination :-

The "Combined Defence Services" Examination (CDS) is conducted twice a year by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment into the Indian Military Academy, Officers Training Academy,Indian Naval Academy and Indian Air Force Academy. The Notification for the examination is usually released in the months of October and June, and the examinations are conducted in February and November respectively. Only unmarried graduates are eligible to sit for the exam. Successful candidates are admitted into the respective Academies after an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).

Eligibility Criteria :-

For Indian Military Academy/Officers' Training Academy: Degree from a recognized university or equivalent
For Naval Academy: Bachelor of Engineering
For Air Force Academy: Degree of a recognized University with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering

Age Limit

Indian Military Academy	19-24 years
Air Force Academy	19-23 Years
Naval Academy	19-22 years
Officers’ Training Academy	19-25 years

Scheme of Examination

Subject	Marks
English	100
General Knowledge	100
Elementary Mathematics	100
Total	300

Selection Procedure consists of four stages :-

1. Written Exam
2. Interview/ Intelligence Test/ Personality Test
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Examination

1. Written Exam:
i. Written Exam consists of Objective Type questions and time duration 2hrs and maximum marks is 100 for each subject.
ii. For the candidates who are appearing for Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air force Academy written test comprising of English, General Knowledge and Elementary mathematics subjects and for candidates who are appearing for officers training academy the written test comprising of English and General Knowledge.
iii. Candidates who are declared successful in the written exam will be detailed for intelligence and personality test at the Service Selection Board based on their preference, by the respective service HQ.

2. Interview/ Personality Test: The candidates who are selected in written test are called for interview. In addition to the Interview the candidates will be put to Intelligence Test both verbal and non-verbal, designed to assess their basic intelligence. There will be group tests such as group discussion, outdoor group tasks, group planning and asked to give brief lecturers on specified subjects.

3. Document Verification: Document Verification will be conducted only after the candidate has qualified for Interview/Personality Test.

4. Medical Examination: A Candidate recommended by the Services Selection Board will undergo a medical examination by a Board of Service Medical Officers. Women candidates will undergo Medical Examination by a Medical Board comprising male/ female doctors/ specialists/ Gynaecologist. There will be a Lady Medical Officer as member of Board. Only those candidates will be admitted to the Academy who are declared fit by the Medical Board.

Careers in the Fashion Industry: How to Get Started

About fashion industry :-

Getting a foot in the door of the fashion industry may be daunting. It’s an extremely competitive world where cool creatives and sassy strategists have to work together to keep up with rapidly changing trends and a demanding audience who are spoil t for choice. That being said, fashion careers can be very alluring to young, inventive university graduates whose love for the fashion industry is only paralleled by their determination to leave their mark on it. In this article you’ll learn how to get your stiletto-clad foot in the door.

My experience with the fashion industry is that the tasks keeping it afloat are more diversified than appears from the outside. There may be some fashion environments that are brutal, but, in general, The Devil Wears Prada is a less than accurate depiction of the industry! Here are some pointers on where to look for opportunities, how to make the most of them, and how to prepare yourself in the meantime.

Where to look for opportunities

Look for a fashion internship

The best place to start is with an internship. Even if you've studied something fashion-related, nothing beats real-world experience. You have to be totally okay with starting at the bottom. A fashion internship is guaranteed to round off your textbook knowledge and develop your skills. Additionally, an internship every so often serves as an extended job interview and could land you a permanent position.

Big fish in small ponds

Not all of us will land a Lauren Conrad-type career. The most important lesson to learn is that there are more role players in this industry than Vogue and Fashion TV. The smaller players often offer opportunities where you’ll learn more, gain more experience, and receive more recognition. Fashion start-ups greatly rely on interns, and since these companies are still developing and finding their feet, your input can carry double the value it would've making copies and taking coffee orders at some glossy magazine.

Be present online

When it comes to the fashion industry today, the most important place you can be is online. Use search engines, blogger networks and social media to keep tabs on fashion platforms both in your area and abroad. Most organizations will have a link to their “jobs” page. There are also many sites that serve as hubs for jobs in the fashion industry. Social media networks like LinkedIn are also great platforms to find opportunities. Make a habit of checking these pages regularly, and apply as soon as something comes up. It shouldn't be necessary to stress how important it is to tailor each cover letter to the job you’re applying for. Highlight your strong points and indicate clearly how they will benefit the company.

How to make the most of an opportunity

Keep track of skills gained

As with any job opportunity, it’s most important to have a positive mind-set – even when doing monotonous tasks or feeling overworked. Write down every time you learn something new, or master a skill. You’d be surprised how quickly your CV expands.

Identify your dream fashion career

One of the most productive things I've done was identifying my dream job (no matter how unattainable it was at the time) and focusing on what I would need to know and be able to do to be considered for it. Yes, it could take years to gain that kind of experience, but it makes it easier to make career decisions and determine your next step.

Don’t be afraid to ask

During my first internship, I learnt that asking to do something is the easiest way to develop yourself. Do you want to learn more about public relations? Why not ask the person responsible for it if you can contribute in a small way, or can merely observe the process? Finding a mentor in the industry is also a way in which you can learn things other than those listed in your job description.

What to do in the mean time…

Keep moving

I've said a lot about skills. The reality is: the fashion industry needs people with many, many different talents. They need writers, strategists, designers, project leaders, business developers, marketers, photographers, even accountants! Sticking to what you’re good at is a great point of departure. If you’re unsuccessful in landing an opportunity in a fashion environment, there are still many organizations out there where you can develop the same skills the fashion industry needs.

Take initiative

I cannot stress enough how much value there is in taking some initiative. Creating a blog or a voice on social media is one of the best ways to build up a network and gain recognition in the fashion world. Even if your future employer has never heard of you, showing them what you've accomplished in your spare time gives you a massive step up. Creating an online platform today is easier than ever. Use it to share your thoughts, inspiration, your personal style and your writing/creative/editorial skills.

Keep up with fashion trends

Last, but not least, stay up to date with what happens in the fashion industry. An easy way to do this is by following a few big shots or media houses on Twitter, and scanning the hot topics and latest fashion trends before breakfast every day. When you land your big break, you’ll be knowledgeable enough to form an opinion and provide valuable input.

There are many opportunities out there. Your enthusiasm and creativity are your strongest assets in the fashion world. Don’t make the mistake of sitting still – roll up your sleeves and show this industry what you’re made of!

Courses in fashion field :-

footwear manufacture
textiles
lace-making
machine knitting
menswear
clothing engineering and management
knitwear
fashion promotion
womenwear
sportswear
leather technology
clothing textiles

Some major colleges in this field :-

Make a bright career in Travel and Tourism

Why travel and tourism ?

If you love travel, then why not make a career of it. People who work in travel and tourism have a passion for travel and a commitment to helping other travelers make the most of their holiday.

What the actually job is ?

In simple terms, people in the travel and tourism industry transport people to new places, assist with accommodation and help with sightseeing and activities. The jobs include travel agents, wholesalers, tour operators, reservations consultants, hotel staff and a variety of executive positions.

Task involved in this sector ?

Communication:-

answer phone calls and respond to email enquirers
talk with a lot of people
translate from one language to another

Organisation :-

prepare travel itineraries for clients and groups
book accommodation and travel using industry-specific computer programs
book airline tickets
create and print brochures

Interaction :-

offer clients local, interstate and international travel options
entertain customers with stories about historical, geographical and cultural interest points
lead tour parties
travel to a variety of local, national and international destinations

Involvement :-

organize whiz-bang tourism awards events
recruit and train staff
coordinate educational programs

Courses in Travel and Tourism :-

Bachelor of tourism administration.
Master of tourism administration.
Bachelor of tourism studies.
Master of business administration in tourism and hospitality management.
M.A in tourism management.
Diploma in travel management and airport management.
Advance diploma in travel and tourism management.
B.Sc in airline ticketing and hospitality management
Certificate course in guide training Airline ticketing course.
Ground sports and airport management.
Airport logistics management.

Opportunists in Tourism industry :-

Some of the prospective areas of future employment in the tourism field may include

Heritage Interpreter
Travel Consultant
Food & Beverage Manager
Spa Director
Travel Writer/Photographer
Tourism Researcher
Tour Operator
Special Events Coordinator
Retail Supervisor
Accommodation Service Manager

Some of the prospective areas of future employment or private enterprise in the recreation field may include

Recreation/Activity Director (Cruise Ships)
Recreation Facility Programmer
Aquatic Facility Programmer
Public Recreation Services
Special Needs Programmer
Outdoor camps/school
College/ University Recreation Departments
Recreation Facility Administration

Some major institute in this field:-

So Best of luck for your future and comment if you have any query

Tuesday, 24 December 2013

Notification of NDA I 2014

NDA & NA (I) 2014 Vacancy Details:

Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Examination Name: National Defense Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) 1 2014

Total Number of Vacancies: 375 Posts

National Defense Academy: 320 Posts

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Eligibility Criteria:

Age Limit: Candidates born between 02-07-1995 to 01-01-1998 only are eligible for apply for NDA 1 2014. In other word, A candidate must lie between 16 ½-19 ½ Years of age as on the first day of the month in which course is due to commence.

Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have passed Intermediate/ 10+2/ Class 12th with Physics and Mathematics for National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy.

Application Fee: General and other unreserved category candidates are required to pay Rs. 100/- as application fee in any SBI branch or by using net banking facility of SBI or its subsidiary banks.

SC/ST category candidates and sons of JCO/NCO/OR are exempted from paying fee.

Selection Procedure: Eligible candidates will be selected based on their performance in written examination followed by Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test, SSB Interview.

Online Application Form: All those candidates who wish to apply for UPSC NDA & NA 1 2014 are required to fill online application form on UPSC’s official website at www.upsconline.nic.in before 20th January 2014.

To Download notification click here

To apply online click here

Wednesday, 18 December 2013

JEE Mains B. Arch 2013 paper

Here is the JEE MAINS 2013 B. Arch Paper :-

Tuesday, 17 December 2013

A bright future in marine engineering

Give your future a powerful start and by becoming a marine engineer

Ships these days use the most modern technology and equipment that can be understood, maintained and handled only by marine engineers. This job requires a high degree of discipline and responsibility since the chief marine engineer is in charge of a ship and its cargo which cost millions of dollars. They manage the enormous power of the ship and all its complicated machinery and help it cross the ocean. Marine engineers may have to work on cargo ships, container ships or oil and gas tankers. They have to spend months together at the sea which can get tiresome and they might get homesick. But all the hardship is compensated with the pay, which is obscenely high even at the starting level, with the time off (4-6 months in a year) and with the chance to sail around the world.

The demand for Marine Engineers in public and private shipping companies has risen sharply, with the increase in international global sea traffic. The construction, operations and maintenance of the engine room are the main obligations of a marine engineer. This means that they deal with the technical area of the ship. In fact, they are the overall in-charge of the engine and its crew. The top rung of the hierarchical ladder is the post of a chief engineer. Marine engineers usually sail for 15-20 years after which they take land jobs in shipyards, maritime universities or in management of a shipping company. There are job opportunities in other sectors too like banks, hotels and power plants.

Besides this, Marine Engineers can work in governments as well as the Indian Navy.

Eligibility CriteriaFor doing a bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering or nautical science one should have passed 10 + 2 science with physics, chemistry, maths and English. The course is of 4 years duration.

After successful completion of the course, degree viz. B E or B Tech is awarded to the students. In most institutes candidates are admitted through an entrance examination, which is normally held in the month of May every year at various centers all over India followed by viva-voice and medical examination.

Candidates aspiring for a degree course at TS Chanakya, Mumbai and Marine Engineering Research Institute Kolkata, should qualify the Joint Entrance Examination conducted by the Indian Marine University(IMU), which assesses the candidate’s knowledge of physics, chemistry and mathematics.

The examination is followed by personal interviews/counseling, where the interviewers assess the degree of alertness, and awareness of the external environment in the candidates and their suitability for such a career.

Career ProspectsAfter successful completion of BE/B Tech in Marine Engineering/nautical science, one can join as fourth engineer or third assistant engineer. Since the job on the ship entails residing on ship for a major part of the year there are other exciting avenues as well. Marine engineers are also employed by engine production firms, ship building firms, research bodies, ship design firms and also in the Indian Navy.

The marine engineers can remain within the ambit of the shipping industry and join marine workshops at land i.e. at the ports. Alternatively, the marine engineers can join ship manufacturing companies, which are equally good paymasters.

These days the marine engineers are employed in the IT sector in a major way, apart from consultancy companies like Price Waterhouse Coopers and DCL, in construction companies, power sector, steel industry, and electronic industry.

Those who want to join Government Service can consider Directorate General Shipping of India. Those with entrepreneurial skills can also explore the entrepreneurial scope in the field.

Those marine engineers who have a passion for academics can pursue post graduation and enter the field of academics where the demand for qualified academicians in this field is growing very fast. Pay PackageStarting salary of a fresh marine engineering graduate are usually higher than other engineering branches. It can go even high if the candidate wishes to join an oil tanker. There are various levels from first engineer to fourth engineer culminating in Chief Engineer.

The Salaries

Now lets take a look at the salaries of the various Marine Engineering Ranks

Chief Engineer -Rs 5 lacs and above
Second Engineer - Rs 4 to 5lacs
Third Engineer - Rs 2.75- 3.5 lacs
Fourth Engineer - Rs 1.5- 2.25 lacs
Fifth Engineer or Engineering Cadet - Rs 35-75 thousand.

Did I mention that these figures are per month. Yes all the above mentioned figures are per month salaries.

Marine Engineering Institutes/Universities:-

Sunday, 15 December 2013

Placement of different NIT's

Here is the list of nit's and there placement of session 2012-2013