KVPY INTERVIEW : DO's and DON'T's

DO.s

(a) Always remember that the interviewers are men of great experience. They are fully acquainted with the nature of the qualities and the duty required of a person. They can judge a person.s worth and his capabilities from his words and expressions.

(b) Have sufficient confidence in yourself to evoke confidence in the interviewers.

(c) Give the best to the interviewers. Cover your weaknesses through the presentation of other achievements.

(d) Remain unperturbed and be a keen listener too.

(e) Feel pleased with your surroundings and be at your ease in the company of the interviewers.

(f) Be prompt without being hasty, quick without being aggressive.

(g) Emit vivacity and enthusiasm from your looks and expressions.

(h) Show pleasing and graceful manners, sufficient politeness and dynamism.

(i) Tell frankly if you are not able to answer any question. In case the interviewer or interviewers suggests the answer always show gratefulness by thanking them.

(j) Gather adequate knowledge before appearing for the interview.

DON.Ts

(a) Do not appear nervous or shaky.

(b) Do not interrupt the interviewer.

(c) Do not enter into an argument with the interviewer.

(d) If somehow you miss to hear a question you can request the interviewer to repeat it. Never answer a question until you have listened to it well.

(e) Do not hesitate in answering questions.

(f) Do not try to evade answering the questions.

(g) Do not speak in a vague or obscure manner.

(h) Do not try to bluff or confuse the interviewer.

(i) Do not hesitate to show your ignorance if you do not know the answer to a question.

(j) Do not make unnecessary movements of any part of the body.

(k) Do not be aggressive.

(l) Do not lose your balance or presence of mind.

(m) Do not try to flatter the interviewer.