About N-CAT + C2:GOLS | Academy in association with The Times of India (TOI) is launching for the first time in India a career aptitude test with one-to-one career counseling called National Career Aptitude Test (N-CAT) + C2 - Career Counseling. This unique combo package is especially conceptualized and designed by reputed counselors from across India who have counseled tens of thousands of individuals. Most of us have chosen careers that were either advised by our parents, family, and friends or decided by fate. The point is that the career path was chosen in many cases, without any systematic analysis of our aptitude. Many of us may not even be aware of our actual strengths and weaknesses.

In addition, these days availability of career options have multiplied manifold. This has added to complexities of choosing the right career. Under these circumstances it is essential that career path is chosen not only based on systematic analysis of our aptitude but also after thoroughly evaluating all the available options.

Besides there are some working professionals who feel frustrated in their existing job / business and are also uncertain about their future. In which case they need to evaluate their aptitude, strengths and weaknesses afresh and look at different career options. In such cases too, professional guidance is required to not only show them right path but also give direction on how to travel to the new destination.

Objective: To provide right career guidance using scientific tools for aspirants in different stages of their career e.g. students, under graduates/graduates/post graduates and working professionals.

Unique Selling Point (USP): N-CAT analyses your Verbal, Numerical, Mechanical, Spatial and General Aptitude for different careers. The test also undertakes psychometric profiling that will help determine your preference for a particular career.

Pre-requisites: Any individual who has successfully completed the 8th standard (ICSE, SSC, CBSE etc.) is eligible for N-CAT + C2

Target Market: This package has been especially designed to help our career counselor create a road map for three distinct sets of career aspirants:

1. Working professionals: Who are looking for a career switch or are facing an uncertain future and need professional guidance. This can also take the form of validating one’s own career aptitude/decision in a scientific way.
2. Under Graduates/Graduates: Who have completed their basic education up to 10th Standard and now are unsure of the future or need professional guidance in choosing the right career path.
3. School children (8-12 Std.): As this is the most critical stage for sound foundation of any individual’s career, expert advice is of prime importance, in helping to decide the right career course

Outcome: N-CAT + C2 will help you identify your strengths, weaknesses and overall aptitude. At the end of it, you will be able to take an informed decision regarding your career path. You also get a chance to interact with our qualified counselors. They shall also provide the latest career options available along with your customized career path.