How to Successfully Balance NEET Preparation with Class 12 Board Exams
Dear reader, as a first-year MBBS student, I understand your apprehension regarding managing NEET exam preparation alongside your Class 12 board exams. This is a common challenge many of us faced just a year ago. However, with a strategic approach, it is possible to excel in both areas effectively.
Key Strategies for Success
The key to managing these dual responsibilities lies in prioritizing your efforts and leveraging the best resources available. Here are some effective strategies to help you navigate this intense period successfully.
Focusing on NEET Preparation
NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) holds prime importance during this critical period. Your prime focus should be on preparing for competitive exams like NEET and AIIMS. A sturdy foundation and consistent approach to these exams often surpasses the requirements of your school or board exams. By dedicating your energy to Aakash exams, you are more than likely to cover the necessary syllabus for your school boards. Hence, you may not need to allocate separate time specifically for board exam preparation.
Organic Chemistry: A Step-by-Step Guide
Organic chemistry is a crucial subject that carries significant weightage in the NEET exam. To excel in this subject, start by going through your class notes. Your teacher’s notes and lectures are an invaluable resource that cannot be surpassed. Comprehensive and clear, these notes often cover all the necessary aspects of the subject. In addition to your class notes, it is essential to practice a large number of MCQs. If you have access to AIATS question papers or Aakash’s prepared question papers, start with those. These resources maintain the level of difficulty required for medical entrances and are conceptually rich.
As you progress, it's recommended to transition to books like Mohit Chauhan or Shri Balaji Publications. These books offer in-depth coverage and can help you strengthen your understanding of organic chemistry.
Physics: A Practical Approach
Physics, particularly, is a subject that requires rigorous practice. Allocate approximately 1.5 hours every day to solve MCQs in physics, and spend even more time on weekends or holidays. Aakash’s AIATS question papers are an excellent resource for MCQ practice, as they are specifically designed to mimic the level of difficulty found in the NEET exam. Pay close attention to the questions discussed in your lectures, as they often carry significant importance for NEET and other medical entrance exams.
For further practice, you can refer to books like GRB for medical students, or the Aakash AIIMS Question Bank for comprehensive coverage of all subjects, including conceptually challenging physics questions. The Aakash AIIMS Question Bank is particularly useful as it consolidates both Class 11 and Class 12 syllabus topics for all subjects into a single book, making revision more efficient.
Stay Calm and Relaxed
Lastly, it's crucial to maintain a calm and relaxed state of mind. December is the month when you should start revising your Class 11 syllabus. This is a critical period, but staying calm and organized will help you manage your responsibilities effectively. Trust that everything will fall into place eventually.
Best of luck with your exam preparation!