How to prepare for JEE 2013? Tips and Strategies

As IIT Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is about less than six months away, it’s time for the aspirants to gear up the preparation. Do not let your preparation down by new JEE. JEE Main is new name for AIEEE and JEE Advance is new name for IITJEE, rest everything is similar. This article provides some tips to the candidates.

Twin Prep: JEE and Boards

The new selection system gives importance to Class 12 board marks as well, hence one must prepare for both the exams simultaneously. The student must practice all NCERT problems, while brushing up JEE concepts.

Joining Test Series

For better preparation and to know where one stands, one can join a popular test series programme. These tests not only check an individual’s level of preparation for the JEE but also make aware of one’s command over the subject, strong and weak areas and writing speed.

Time Management 

While dealing with exam pressure, time management plays a crucial role. Plan and divide the time remaining aptly for the three subjects. You can prepare a chapter-wise and topic-wise revision schedule. It is recommended to create short notes, list all formulas and points to remember. This will help in quick revision at a later stage.

Correct Methodology

The correct approach for those taking the exam for the first or second (last) time is to stick to limited source and not refer to a numerous books and study material available in the market. The syllabus and paper pattern for JEE Main, JEE Advance and Board Exams are different. Identify your strengths and weaknesses and prepare accordingly.

Month-wise Planning

Develop month-wise plan and break it into weeks. Initial about three to four months, one can focus on developing concepts for each chapter separately. March should be Kept for board exams, except for certain days when you can simultaneously solve prebious year papers papers of AIEEE and IIT-JEE. April and May can be used to revise formulae and take mock tests.

All three subjects: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; are equally important, thus one must devote at least two to three hours to each subject on a daily basis. It’s the quality of time spent on self-study that matters, not quantity.

Important Topics

The syllabi of Class 11 and 12 contribute about 45% and 55% of IIT-JEE question papers, respectively. While preparing, put more stress on the following topics.

Mathematics: Quadratic equations and expressions, complex numbers, probability, vectors, matrices in algebra; circle, parabola, hyperbola in coordinate geometry; functions, limits, continuity and differentiability, application of derivatives, definite integral in calculus.

Physics: Mechanics, fluids, heat and thermodynamics, waves and sound, capacitors and electrostatics, magnetics, electromagnetic induction, optics and modern physics.

Chemistry: Coordination chemistry and chemical bonding in inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical and ionic equilibrium, mole concept in physical chemistry and organic chemistry.

Practice Makes Perfect

Practise as much questions as you can for JEE. Keep in mind the following six tips while preparing:

• Always start from the basic concepts. Avoid cramming.
• Don’t look for solutions without attempting to get the right answer.
• Study on a regular basis and proper sleep is must.
• Keep in touch with like-minded students to get that extra edge
• Problem-solving should be more qualitative than quantitative
• With the right attitude, even an average student can clear it successfully