Appearing for JEE-Main? Here are 5 last-minute preparation tips
What's the story
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is a national-level exam held for admissions to prestigious institutions like IITs, NITs, and other technical institutes across India. It comprises two levels: JEE-Main and JEE-Advanced. To crack JEE-Main, aspirants need proper preparation. It is also crucial to follow certain tips and tricks during the last-minute prep to ace the exam. Here are some last-minute JEE-Main preparation strategies.
Thumb rule
Do not start with any new chapter or topic
This is the thumb rule for preparation for any competitive exam at the last minute. Go with what you know, as beginning something new a couple of days before the exam is not going to be helpful. It will only stress you out and dampen your confidence. Instead, focus on what you already have learned and ensure you revise everything repeatedly.
For speed and accuracy
Solve mock papers
You can learn a lot by solving question papers from previous years. These are excellent preparation materials to get you through the competitive examinations. Solving model papers as well in a stipulated time can help you tackle JEE-Main and JEE-Advanced exams with speed and accuracy. This also helps in improving problem-solving ability and time management during the actual exam.
Group studies
Peer-to-peer learning
Peer-to-peer learning or group studies can be helpful. Peer learning is based on the idea that you learn best when you can teach it to someone. Group studies are effective, as friends can help each other with their strengths, and one can improve their weaknesses by quickly learning from others. It will also make you responsible and accountable for what you teach your friends.
Health must be a priority
Take care of your health
Studying hard is good, but pushing yourself to the extent that you fall ill is not. Getting enough sleep and eating nutritious foods are equally important. Not getting enough rest can lead you to lose concentration and focus and feel drowsy while studying, or worse, during the examination! Sleep for six to seven hours. Practice meditation or relaxation exercises to remain calm and focused.
Be mindful of wrong answers
Manage your time well
Competitive exams are time-bound, so ensure you do not spend too much stuck on any question. Also, in JEE-Main, one mark gets deducted for every wrong answer. Students should start with questions they are confident to solve. Once all those have been attempted, progress to difficult questions. Dedicate an average of two minutes for each question; if a question seems difficult, just move on.