AMCAT Syllabus - Eligibility, Hiring

The full form of AMCAT is the Aspiring Minds Computer Adaptive Test, an online-based test conducted by Aspiring Minds Assessment Private Limited (AMA Pvt Ltd). AMA was founded in 2007 by Varun Aggarwal and Himanshu Aggarwal.

AMCAT syllabus covers a wide array of assessments, including Languages, Aptitude, Skills, and Personality assessments, in order to attain a good idea of your employability. Most IT and non-IT companies will first look at your resume and then your AMCAT scores before giving you an interview call. So why is AMCAT important?

AMCAT Exam Syllabus

The AMCAT exam pattern includes 6 modules in total; 4 are required, the other 2 are optional.

Here is the test pattern for AMCAT.

AMCAT Test Pattern

Section/Module	No. of questions	Duration
Quantitative Aptitude	16	18 mins
English Ability	18	16 mins
Logical Reasoning	14	16 mins
Personality Inventory	90	20 mins
Domain-Specific test ( 2 Optional Modules)	Variable based on modules	Variable based on modules

AMCAT Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude

The quantitative Aptitude section comprises 16 questions to be attended in 18 minutes. The sections include basic, applied, and engineering mathematics.

Given below is the AMCAT syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude.

Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus

Basic Mathematics	Divisibility of Numbers
	HCF and LCM
	Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, Decimal Fractions, and Powers
Applied Mathematics	Profit and Loss
	Simple and Compound Interests
	Inverse
	Time, Speed, and Distance
Engineering Mathematics	Probability
	Permutations and Combinations
	Logarithms

AMCAT Syllabus for English Ability

English Ability section comprises 18 questions to be attended in 16 minutes. The sections include vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension.

Here is the AMCAT syllabus for English Ability.

English Ability Syllabus

Vocabulary	Contextual Vocabulary
	Synonyms and Antonyms
Grammar	Identification of Errors
	Sentence Construction and Improvement
Reading Comprehension	-

AMCAT Syllabus for Logical Reasoning

The logical Reasoning section comprises 14 questions to be attended in 16 minutes. The sections include abductive inductive and deductive reasoning.

Here is the AMCAT Syllabus for Logical Reasoning.

Logical Reasoning Syllabus

Abductive Reasoning	Data Sufficiency
	Logical Word Sequence
Inductive Reasoning	Coding Pattern and Number Series
	Analogy and Classification
Deductive Reasoning	Coding Logic
	Data Sufficiency
	Directional Sense
	Logical Word Sequence
	Objective Reasoning
	Puzzles
	Selection Decision

AMCAT Syllabus for Personality Inventory

The AMCAT Personality Inventory tests the personality traits of a candidate.

The traits are based on the following points:

1. Introversion & Extroversion
2. Conscientiousness
3. Openness & Agreeability
4. Neuroticism
5. Collaboration & Team-building

AMCAT Syllabus for Engineering Modules

The AMCAT Engineering Modules are designed in a way to test the capabilities of candidates as per the requirements of various Engineering fields.

Here, we provide you with the syllabus of each of these modules.

• Computer Programming
• Computer Science
• Electronics and Semiconductors
• Telecommunication
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Instrumentation Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Production Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Paint Technology
• Polymer Technology
• Chemistry

Computer Programming

The Computer Programming module is suitable for candidates aspiring to have a career as a Technical Support Executive, IT Recruiter, IT Content Developer, Computer Engineer, and so on.

Here are some of the chapters candidates need to cover.

Topics Covered in Computer Programming

Basic Programming	Data Types
	Iteration, Recursion, Decision
	Procedure, Functions, and Scope
Data Structures	Arrays
	Linked Lists
	Trees
	Graphs
	Stacks
	Queues
	Hash Tables
	Heaps
	Searching and Sorting
Object-Oriented Programming	Polymorphism
	Abstraction
	Encapsulation
	Complexity Theory

Computer Science

Candidates taking up AMCAT with the Computer Science module can expect to apply for jobs such as Software Development, Network Engineering, etc.

Here are some prospects you'd be exploring:

Topics Covered in Computer Science

Operating System and Computer Architecture	Basics of OS and Computer Architecture
	Process Management and Synchronisation
	Memory and I/O Management
Database Management System	Data Model
	Relational Algebra and Structured Query Language
	Normalization, Architecture, Indexing
Computer Networks	Basics of networking and communication
	OSI, TCP/IP layers and protocols
	Network Devices and Routing Algorithms

Electronics and Semiconductors

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Electronics and Semiconductors module can expect jobs such as a Hardware Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Research Scientist, Content Developer, etc.

Here are some prospects you'd be exploring as part of the module:

Topics Covered in Electronics and Semicondutors

Semiconductors and Devices	Basics of Semiconductors
	2-Terminal Devices
	3-Terminal Devices
Analog Circuits	Basics of Circuit Analysis
	Small and Large Signal Circuit Analyses
	Feedback, Stability, and Oscillators
	Op-Amps
	Filters
Digital Electronics	Boolean Algebra and Minimisation of Boolean functions
	Logic Families
	Combinational Circuits
	VLSI Basics

Telecommunication

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Telecommunications module can expect jobs such as a Hardware Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Research Scientist, Content Developer, etc.

The prospects of being an expert on telecommunications include covering topics such as the ones in the following:

Topics Covered in Telecommunication

Communication	Analog
	Digital
	Optics
Microwave Engineering	Microwave Engineering
	Transmission Lines and Waveguides
	Antennae and Wave Propagation
	Radar
Electromagnetism	Electrostatics
	Magnetostatics
	Electromagnetic Theory

Mechanical Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Mechanical Engineering module can expect jobs such as a Mechanical Engineer, Automation Engineer, Product Engineer, Research and Development, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in mechanical engineering.

Topics Covered in Mechaical Engineering

Manufacturing Science	Engineering Materials
	Production Engineering
	CAD/CAM
	Industrial Engineering
Thermodynamics and IC Engines	Thermodynamic Cycles and Steam Generators
	IC Engines
	Heat Transfer, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning
Fluid and Machine Mechanics	Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Machinery
	Strengths of Materials
	Theory of Machines
	Machine Design

Electrical Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Electrical Engineering module can expect jobs such as an Electrical Engineer, Power Engineer, Technical Content Developer, Research and Development, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in electrical engineering.

Topics Covered in Electrical Engineering

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering	Basic Electrical Engineering
	Electrical Machines
	Power Machines
Instrumentation and Control Measurements	Instruments and Measurements
	Control Systems
Electronics	Analog and Digital Electronics
	Power Electronics

Civil Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Civil Engineering module can expect jobs such as a Civil Engineer, Research Associate, Structural Engineer, Sales, Operations Manager, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in civil engineering.

Topics Covered in Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering	Applied Mechanics
	Strength of Materials
	Building Materials and Construction
	Theory of Structures
	Steel Structures
	Concrete Technology
	RCC Design
Geotechnical and Water Resources Engineering	Soil Mechanics
	Hydraulics Engineering
	Water Supply Engineering
Transportation Engineering and Surveying	-

Instrumentation Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Instrumentation Engineering module can expect jobs such as an Instrumentation Engineer, Automation Engineer, Research Scientist, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in instrumentation engineering.

Topics Covered in Instrumentation Engineering

Instrumentation and Control	Transducers and Industrial Instrumentation
	Analytical and Optical Instrumentation
	Electronic Instrumentation and Measurements
	Control Systems and Process Control
Electronics	Analog Electronics
	Digital Electronics
	Microprocessor and Microcontroller
Signals and Communication Systems	Signals and Systems
	Communications
	Fundamentals of Network Analysis and Synthesis

Industrial Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Industrial Engineering module can expect jobs such as Industrial Engineer, Quality Engineer, Financial Engineer, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in industrial engineering.

Topics Covered in Industrial Engineering

Design of Manufacturing Systems	Product Design and Development
	Work System Design
	Facility Design
Quality Control and Management	Quality Management
	Production Planning and Inventory Control
	Management Information System
Reliability and Costing	Quality Management
	Production Planning and Inventory Control
	Management Information System

Metallurgical Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Metallurgical Engineering module can expect jobs such as Design Engineer, Metallurgical R&D Lab Technician, Quality Planning Engineer, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in metallurgical engineering.

Topics Covered in Metallurgical Engineering

Process Metallurgy	Fuels and Furnaces, Mineral Beneficiation
	Non-Ferrous Technology: Iron and Steel
	Metallurgical Thermodynamics
Industrial Metallurgy	Metal Casting, Joining, and Forming
	Corrosion Science
Physical Metallurgy	Non-Ferrous Materials
	Phase Transformation and Heat Treatment
	Material Testing and Characterisation

Production Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Production Engineering module can expect jobs such as Project Design Engineer, Service Engineer, Process Engineer, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in production engineering.

Topics Covered in Production Engineering

Production Technology and Analysis	Metal Casting, Forming, and Joining
	Manufacturing Analysis
Metal Cutting and Tool Design	Machining and Machine Tool Operators
	Tool Engineering
	Metrology and Inspection
Material Science and CIM	Polymers and Composites
	Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Chemical Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Chemical Engineering module can expect jobs such as Manufacturer (Chemical Industry), Quality Engineer, Chemical Engineer, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in chemical engineering.

Topics Covered in Chemical Engineering

Transport Phenomena	Fluid Mechanics
	Heat Transfer
	Mass Transfer
Chemical Process Engineering and Technology	Process Engineering and Technology
	Chemical Technology
Chemical Process Principles and Design	Chemical Reaction Engineering
	Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
	Stoichiometry and Process Calculations

Automotive Engineering

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Automotive Engineering module can expect jobs such as Design Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Technical Content Developer, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in automotive engineering.

Topics Covered in Automotive Engineering

Engine Components and Transmission	Automotive Petrol and Diesel Engines
	Automotive Chassis
	Power Units and Transmission
	Automotive Electrical Systems and Electronics
Auto Vehicle Technology and Electrical Engineering	Vehicle Body Engineering
	Vehicle Dynamics
	Heat Transfer and Combustion
	Auto-Maintenance and Turn-Up
General Mechanical Engineering	Strength of Materials
	Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Machinery
	Thermodynamics Cycles and Steam Generators
	Industrial Engineering
	Engineering Materials

Paint Technology

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Paint Technology module can expect jobs such as Quality Assurance, Paint Technologists in paint manufacturing companies, Research and Development, and so on.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in paint technology.

Topics Covered in Paint Technology

Raw Materials and Precursors	Introduction to Components of Surface Coatings
	Organic, Inorganic Pigments, Extenders, Dyes
	Natural & Synthetic Resins and Polymers
Coating Manufacturing, Evaluations, and Types	Formulation Principles and Manufacturing of Coatings
	Coating Properties and Evaluation
	Types of Coatings: Industrial, Speciality, Decorative, and Eco-Friendly
Paint Application and Troubleshooting	Surface Treatment and Coating Applications
	Coating Defects

Polymer Technology

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Polymer Technology module can expect jobs such as Quality Control Inspectors, Polymer Specialists, Production Engineers, and so on.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in polymer technology.

Topics Covered in Polymer Technology

Polymer Chemistry and Characterisation	Chemistry of Polymers
	Polymer Characterisation
Polymer Synthesis and Properties	Synthesis and Properties
	Polymer Processing
	Polymer Theology
Application of Polymers	Polymer Testing
	Polymer Technology
	Polymer Blends and Composites

Chemistry

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Chemistry module can expect jobs such as Chemist, Laboratory Assistant, Scientist, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in chemistry.

Topics Covered in Chemistry

Physical Chemistry	Atomic Structure
	Chemical Bonding
	Gaseous State
	Chemical Thermodynamics
	Chemical and Ionic Equilibrium
	Solutions and Colligative Properties
	Electrochemistry
	Chemical Kinetics
Inorganic Chemistry	Periodic Table and Properties
	S, P, and D Block Elements
	Coordination Compounds
Organic Chemistry	Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds
	Types of Organic Reactions

AMCAT Syllabus for Management Modules

The Engineering Modules in AMCAT are designed in a way so as to test the capabilities of candidates as per the requirements of various fields of Management.

Here, we provide you with the syllabus of each of these modules.

• Excel
• Banking and Financial Services
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Operations
• Basic Statistics

Excel

The module is compulsory only for Management graduates. Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Excel module can expect jobs such as Business Consultant, Research Analyst, Accountant, and so on.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in excel.

Topics Covered in Excel

MS Excel Basics	Formatting Cells
	Insertion
	Deletion
	Page Setup
	Cut, Copy, Paste
	Dropdown
Data Analysis and Presentation	Managing Worksheets and Workbooks
	Pivot Table
	Analyzing and Organising Data
	Basic Formulae
Advanced Excel	Macros
	Sheet Protection

Banking and Financial Services

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Banking and Financial module can expect jobs such as Financial Officers, Accounting Managers, Treasurers, and Finance Officers.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in banking and financial services.

Topics Covered in Banking and Financial Services

Investment Products	Stocks
	Bonds
	Mutual Funds
	Derivatives
Banking Products	Banking
	Debt
Basic Economics and Taxation	Macroeconomics
	Taxation

Marketing

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Marketing module can expect jobs such as Marketing Manager, Sales Manager, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in marketing.

Topics Covered in Marketing

Basic Concepts of Marketing	Markets and Marketing Management
	Analyzing Consumer Behaviour
	STP
Marketing Research	Marketing Strategies and Plans
	Fields of Marketing (Retail Marketing, Service Marketing, International Marketing, and Rural Marketing)
	Consumer Behaviour
	Marketing Mix
	Product Strategies, Product Line Decisions, and Product Life Cycle
	Pricing Decisions
	Promotion Tools
	Distribution
Advertising and Brand Management	Advertising
	Media Planning
	Brand Concept and Positioning

Human Resources

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Human Resources module can expect jobs such as IT Recruiter, HR/Recruitment Manager, Sourcing Executive, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in human resources.

Topics Covered in Human Resources

Human Resources Management	HR Planning
	Training and Development
	Compensation Management
	Performance Appraisal
Organizational Behaviour	Industrial Behaviour
	Group Behaviour
	Organizational Structure and Design
Industrial Relations and Labour Welfare	Acts
	Other Aspects of Labour Welfare

Operations

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Operations module can expect jobs such as Operation Research Associate, Supply Chain Manager, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in operations.

Topics Covered in Operations

Planning and Development	Capacity, Resource, and Layout Planning
	Process Selection and Project Planning
Supply Chain Management	Statistical Quality Control
	Control Chart
	Sampling Operating Characteristic Curve
	Basics of Quality Management
Quality Management	Product Design and Development
	Sourcing and Purchasing
	Logistics and Warehousing
	Inventory Management

Basic Statistics

Candidates taking up AMCAT in the Basic Statistics module can expect jobs such as Business Analyst, Research Analyst, Accountant, etc.

Below are the syllabus to be covered in basic statistics.

Topics Covered in Basic Statistics

Exploratory Analysis	Statistical Survey and Presentation of Data
	Measures of Central Tendency
	Measures of Dispersion
	Skewness
	Design of Experiments
	Sampling, Sampling Error, Sampling Bias
Statistical Inference	Formulating a Null and Alternate Hypotheses
	Type I and Type II errors
	Z Test/T-Test, P Values
	Chi-Square Distribution
	Confidence Intervals
	Correlation
	Regression
	Multivariate Analysis
Probability	Basics of Probability
	Probability Density Function (PDF)
	Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF)
	Standard Distributions

Eligibility Criteria for AMCAT exam

There are some eligibility criteria present for the AMCAT exam.

Basic eligibility criteria to appear for the AMCAT exam are,

• The candidate must be a graduate.
• Candidates must not have appeared for any test in the last 3 months (90 days) if they want to reappear for AMCAT.
• There is absolutely no age limit to take up AMCAT.

AMCAT Exam Fees

The total amount of fees to sit for the AMCAT exam is INR 1,298, which includes GST. If we break it down, we get INR 1,110 + GST. This fee is applicable for an annual subscription. After one year, the candidate will need to renew their subscription to retake the AMCAT test and apply for new companies.

Rescheduling AMCAT Exam

Rescheduling a fixed appointment for your AMCAT exam is possible if you ever make any errors in setting up a date and time for it. However, the candidate will need to pay a fee based on how soon they called for the change to occur.

Points to be noted while rescheduling the AMCAT exam are as follows.

• The first reschedule is free.
• After the first time, candidates are required to pay a fee of INR 250+taxes.
• If there are only fewer than five days to go until the date of the test, and you still want to reschedule it, then you're required to pay a fee of INR 350 + taxes.
• You can reschedule your AMCAT exam until 24 hours before the test. If you fail to reschedule it anytime before that, then you'll need to take it up.

Companies Hiring through AMCAT

All this talk about AMCAT being great is nice, but there must be proof, right? Well, AMCAT graduates get the opportunity to apply for the following companies. In some cases, the companies will contact you for a role, which can be uplifting if they notice your skills.

Companies that hire through the AMCAT exam are,

• Tech Mahindra
• Metadesign Solutions
• Microsoft
• Edureka
• Aglasem
• Uber
• Accurate
• Quikr

What is the AMCAT Exam?

It's entirely possible that you may have asked this question once before. Usually, candidates who are pursuing the exam do not know what the AMCAT test is. For starters, the full form of AMCAT is Aspiring Minds Computer Adaptive Test; this one-of-a-kind test is conducted by Aspiring Minds Assessment Private Limited (AMA Pvt Ltd) and is accepted by most IT as well as non-IT companies across the globe.

The primary aim of the AMCAT exam is to provide a genuine and credible assessment of the candidate in all of their appropriate circles for recruitment. With an AMCAT certificate, you'll get the right job served to you on a silver platter.

Some features of the AMCAT exam include:

• AMCAT is an Internet-Based Test and has no choice to be Paper-Based.
• There is neither any strict pass/fail prospect nor any negative markings in the exam.
• The scores attained are purely to assess your talents during recruitment, independent of how much you achieved in your boards or where you graduated from.
• AMCAT solves the problem of unemployment; graduates are guaranteed to find a job through exam scores.

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