Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is a one-year course offered by the Department of Physics, Mumbai University. The total number of seats allotted for the course is 50. The selection of candidates to this course is done through an entrance test carried out by the University itself. The details on the entrance test are mentioned here.

Structure of University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

The entrance exam is carried out as an objective model test. The total number of questions will be 50. The duration of the test will be 60 minutes. The total marks allotted for the entrance test is 100, as each question carry 2 marks. There will be negative marking for wrong answers.

Syllabus of University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

The syllabus of the test includes topics that are meant to identify the analytical and logical skills of the candidate. This also covers questions on computer awareness and verbal ability. The detailed syllabus of the test is given below.

Mathematical and Logical aptitude

• Ratios
• Ratios and Proportion
• Profit & Loss
• Partnership
• Averages
• Probability
• Work and time
• Permutations & Combinations
• In equations
• Percentages
• Algebra
• Time – Speed – Distance

Reasoning

• Visual reasoning
• Premise
• Critical reasoning
• Assertion and reasons
• Assumption
• Conclusion
• Statements and assumptions
• Identifying valid inferences
• Identifying Strong arguments and Weak arguments
• Cause and Effect
• Statements and Conclusions
• Matrix arrangements
• Linear arrangements
• Puzzles
• Functions
• Syllogisms
• Family tree – identifying relationship among group of people
• Symbol Based problems
• Identifying next number in series1
• Sequencing
• Coding and decoding

Data Analysis and Interpretation

• Graphs
• Tables
• Pie chart

Communication abilities

• Verbal Reasoning
• Comprehension of passage
• Antonyms
• Jumbled paragraphs with 4 or 5 sentences
• Syllogisms
• Sentence Correction
• Sentence completion
• Fill in the Blanks
• Sentence Correction
• Idioms
• Odd man out
• Different usage of same word
• One word substitution

Apart from these, there will be questions on Computer Concepts, Aptitude for Self-Learning, and General Intelligence

Eligibility Criteria for University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

Those who have completed graduation are eligible to apply for PGDIT entrance test. The Bachelor’s degree examination must be passed from the University of Mumbai or any other recognized University. The candidates who have completed their B.E./B.Tech degree in any of the technical streams can also apply. Proficiency in computers is preferable. Final year students are also eligible to appear for the entrance test. However, these candidates should submit the documents of graduation before final admission.

How to Apply?

The details on the application process can be collected from the official website of University of Mumbai. This can also be collected from the information brochure provided along with the application form. One can collect the same from the office of the Department of Physics, University of Mumbai.  The fee for collecting the application form is Rs.200/- only. Once the application form is collected, it must be filled by following the instructions given. Filled up applications must be submitted to the destination before the last date specified.  The candidate must enclose Rs.500/- (as examination fees), the photo copies of mark lists, etc while submitting the application.

How to fill the Form?

• Understand the guidelines given in the information brochure before filling the form.
• The columns in the form must be filled by providing the exact data.
• Completely filled application form must reach the destination before the deadline.
• Enclose the relevant documents along with the application form.
• Maintain a photocopy of the filled up application form for future reference.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

• Date of sale of forms: First week of June, 2012
• Last date for receiving completed application: second week of July, 2012
• Date of Entrance Examination: August, 2012 tentatively

List of University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam Test Centers

Department of Physics, University of Mumbai

Contact Address for University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

• Address: Registrar, University of Mumbai, M.G. Road, Fort, Mumbai-400 032.
• Phone: 22708700
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.mu.ac.in/

Colleges Accepting the University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

University of Mumbai

Reference Books for University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

• English, Numerical Ability & Reasoning Ability for Competitive Exams by Subburaj VVK
• Macmillan’s General Knowledge Manual by Muktikanta Mohanty
• Handbook of Test of Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude Mental Ability & Numerical Aptitude by Agarwal Pk
• Ency of General Knowledge & General Awareness by Verma R.P
• Numerical Ability & Mathematical Aptitude by Dr A B Rao
• A New Approach to Numerical Ability by Manpreet Cheema
• Course in Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Thorpe, Edgar
• How to Prepare For Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT by Arun Sharma, Meenakshi Upadhyay
• Verbal Ability Guide for Cat and Other MBA Entrance Exams by PT Education Ltd
• An Advanced Approach to D.I. by R. S. Aggarwal
• Quantitative Ability by Career Launcher
• Quantitative Aptitude by R S Aggarwal, Aggarwal, Deepak
• A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R S Agarwal
• Introductory Methods of Numerical Analysis by S S Sastry
• Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension for CAT by Sharma
• Objective Mathematics for MBA Entrance Exams by Murtuza Gadiwala

Coaching Centers for University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam

• Capital Institute of Competition Training
• Success Guru
• T.I.M.E. (Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt. Ltd)
• Career Avenue
• Achiever’s Academy
• Career Forum
• AIMS
• Prime Centre
• I.M.S Learning Centre
• Aakash Institutes
• Global Educational Trust
• CET Tutorials Pvt. Ltd
• Career Launcher India Ltd
• Ascent Education
• Elite Academy
• Magnus
• Best Education Centre
• Bulls Eye

Study Plan

• Set up a methodical schedule and follow it regularly
• The study plan must be made in such a way that all the topics in the syllabus must be included
• Make the key points in separate sheet for future reference
• Refer as many books as possible during exam preparation.
• Practice with the help of previous year question papers or sample question papers

How and Where To Get the Results?

The result of University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam can be obtained from the official website of Mumbai University.

Score Validity

The score validity of University of Mumbai PGDIT Entrance Exam will be only for one year.