My Exam Story: Reflections of a Confused Student

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The discussion centers around a student's recent performance in competitive exams in India, revealing mixed results across three major tests: AIEEE, BITSAT, and DCE. The student qualified for AIEEE but was placed on the waiting list for BITSAT and was not selected for DCE. This has led to feelings of inadequacy and confusion about their academic abilities, despite achieving a rank that places them above a significant percentage of peers. Participants in the discussion emphasize the importance of self-confidence and self-awareness, suggesting that the student's perception of their performance may be overly critical. They encourage focusing on personal strengths and aspirations rather than seeking external validation. The conversation highlights the psychological impact of competitive exams and the need for a positive mindset in the face of setbacks.
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Note : Please don't connect this post with my performance on PF ... :biggrin:


Ok people , I am giving you some info :

exams name-----students appeared------my rank(% of students behind me)

AIEEE --------400,000---------13,600 (96.6%)
BITSAT-------- 48,000----------- 3,500 (92.7%)
DCE-------------30,000------------ 4,800 (84%)

I just gave my competitive exams...and this is how i fared ...and the Results:

AIEEE ---- Qualified :smile:
BITSAT---- In waiting List :rolleyes:
DCE ------ Not Selected

Now I feel like I am not a good student ...and I could have done better... Because I couldn't get into some of the top institutes of my country (India)...
I am retrying next year for all of the exams...Can you please adjudge what type of student I am ?..I am pretty confused...some say you have done soo well...some say you just messed it up...my mom says...you couldnot achieve your dreams...I am allllll confused... :confused:
 
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I don't know your "performance on PF",numbers don't show you among "la crème de la crème",i'd say you just need more self confidence and clear head (i hope you're not drinking :-p) to realize where you are,to feel your level and your weaknesses and stop asking others to judge you.

Oscillating results are due to lack of self confidence and mind not focused enough.

Daniel.
 
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you know that remindes of astory when people try to ask others about their abilities and the conclusion of story is that "everyone comment on things base on his /her abilities".if they are capable to do sth,they think you're capable as well.
 
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