The new date for JEE Main is slated between July 18-23. It is time for students to pull up their socks. RL TRIKHA shares tips that can help them ace the exam
The COVID-19 pandemic has put the state under complete lockdown, which has been extended further till May 17, 2020. except for the state, coronavirus lockdown has also put a halt to the dreams of scholars looking forward to seem in JEE Main (April session) followed by JEE Advanced in May.
Before the lockdown, JEE Main (April Session) was scheduled to be conducted on April 5, 7, 9 & 11. Moreover, soon after the extension of the lockdown, the National Testing Agency (NTA) reopened the correction window for JEE Main applications. Here, students who have applied for April Session can make corrections. On Tuesday, the HRD minister announced new dates for the second session of JEE Main which is from July 18 to July 23, 2020. Students don’t have to panic and instead utilise the given time in boosting their preparation. Consider this situation as a blessing in disguise, students must keep calm, stay healthy and invest quality time in identifying their loopholes & strengthening their preparation.
When nothing seems to be under your control, it’s best to spent time in facing the challenges, evolving your skills & stepping towards Excellence for a brighter tomorrow. the necessity of the hour is to remain positive, utilise additional time effectively to churn out something productive & better. Following points will definitely facilitate you in utilising the time well:
Draft a workable schedule: When you would like to realise something, the primary thing is to plan out it slow table. Schedule shall be made during a way that revision, learning and testing go hand in hand. It also allows you to quickly run through short notes, formulae & concepts. Give equal time to every subject & work upon to strengthen the concepts and their application by attempting mock tests and past years’ exam papers. In-depth learning is that the mantra than memorisation.
Go online for quality teaching: Current scenario has certainly raised the importance of technology. There are online platforms working genuinely to provide a virtual classroom ambience with complete notes, expert opinions, online classes, mock tests etc for optimum preparation. Edfora my PAT powered by knowledge partner FIITJEE, is one such platform that enables students to learn effectively and the safely from their homes.
Choose 3-tier revision method: Revisiting in time must boost the retention and productivity. Here, a student can value more highly to add three tier method. A subject done on a given day will be revised after three days so the identical topic will be refreshed at the tip of the week. during this manner, a student is probably going to induce a robust hold on topics & subjects.
Conceptual application of key formulae: Today’s competitive environment needs one to learn & conceptually apply formulae in JEE Main type questions.
This can be further strengthened at the time of revision. Students who consume plenty of time in solving questions can practise and increase their speed.
Mock tests: Mock Test is sort of a practice match that prepares students for the real match with the correct temperament of the exam. For accurate analysis of current preparedness, mock test plays a significant role.
Be relaxed & stay enthused: For optimum performance, it’s important that your mind & body are in shape. Studying for hours with not taking any break in between might not reap desired results. Frequent breaks are vital for the brain to assimilate, regain the lost energy and re-energise the mind and body for next study session. So, stay calm and determined towards your goal.
Time mangement: It must be utilized effectively and productively. Wise utilisation of this additional time & working towards getting a decent hold on concepts is that the need of the hour.
Accurate Strategy and Proper Time Management are the tools that each student must use during this current lockdown and are the steps towards attaining excellence. Moreover, success depends on the day’s performance. So, one should practise and not waste even one hour. Time to Ace JEE Main 2020 &to follow it successfully in JEE Advanced 2020 is now.
After attempting January session of JEE Main 2020, it’s time to analyse performance, discover the loopholes, strengthen weak areas & put in optimum efforts to deliver the most effective.
The writer is Director, FIITJEE