How to Pass the IIT JEE Exams

Last Updated: August 4, 2021

For the students who are preparing for the IIT JEE along with the class 12th exams, once the board exams are over focus should be on the revision of both the class 11th and class 12th syllabus. For the students taking the exam for the first time, it should be kept in mind that they could study from one source and IIT-JEE archives, workbooks, study packages, etc.

Steps

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Pay careful attention to detail. In physics, chemistry and mathematics, all the topics should be covered and selective study should be avoided since the questions are of an objective type, as well as being large in number.
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Be aware that the JEE syllabus of class 11th and 12th is up to 45% and 55% of the IIT JEE question papers.
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Study these Physics topics extensively: Fluids, Waves and Sound, Electromagnetic Induction, Capacitors and Electrostatics, Mechanics, Optics and Modern Physics.^{[1]
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Study these topics for Chemistry: Co-ordination, Chemical equilibrium in Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Thermodynamics, Quantitative Analysis, Chemical Bonding in Inorganic Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.^{[2]
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Study these topics for Mathematics: Complex numbers, Circle, Parabola, Hyperbola in Co-ordinate Geometry, Probability, Limits, Vectors, Matrices in Algebra, Functions, Differentiability, Definite Integral in Calculus and Application of Derivatives.^{[3]
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Prepare yourselves mentally for IIT-JEE. "The success is to be achieved", keeping this in mind the aspirants must accept themselves as deserving candidates for JEE success because during preparation confidence plays an important role.^{[4]
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Do continuous effort. IIT-JEE preparation requires continuous effort. Each subject must be given proper and regular time. Instead of preparing one subject for some days then other subjects, all the three subjects (Physics, Chemistry and (Mathematics) must be given time each day. It also helps in breaking monotony.
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Have proper guidance. In today's competitive era, proper guidance is needed for success. The pattern of JEE has become concept based completely. So you need clear and doubtless concepts in each and every topic, to achieve a good rank in JEE.
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Begin your JEE preparation with NCERT books. They are pre-requisite and indispensable for all JEE aspirants. Both Class 11 and 12 NCERT books for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are extremely important. So, make sure you are thorough with all the topics of NCERT.^{[5]
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Practise regularly. You continuously have to practice questions on the topics that you have understood or revised. Both Physics and Mathematics are analytical subjects and you won't be able to become proficient in the concepts unless you practice. So, make it a daily habit to practice a certain number of questions everyday.

Community Q&A

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What are the best books for IIT preparation?

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Try NCERT Class 11 and 12 books. And for reference, you can us H.C. Verma's Concept of Physics.
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What grade is required is essential in grade 12 to enter the exam?

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You must score at least 75% in your twelfth board exams to be eligible for selection.
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How can I get good marks from the school teacher who doesn't like me?

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Just work hard and focus on the subject, not the teacher.
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Which topics are the most important for IIT?

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Vectors 3D, coordinate geometry, properties of a triangle, calculus, algebra.
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How do I manage my time while studying to pass the IIT JEE exams?

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Make a proper timetable for your studies, allotting at least 2 hours a day to prepare for the IIT JEE exams. It's okay to study at night, but make sure to always get at least 6 hours of sleep.
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Will studying late at night negatively affect my health?

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It can, if you let it interrupt your sleep. Depending on personal variables, most people need between 6 and 8 hours of sleep per 24 hours.
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If I got 64.5% on my CHSE exam, can I prepare to study at IIT?

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You don't need a certain grade to prepare for IIT. You should be mentally prepared to take all that stress. Try an entrance exam from an IIT Coaching Institute. It will tell you whether you are eligible or not.
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Should I start preparing for the IIT after tenth grade, or after twelfth?

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You should prepare for IIT from at least from the ninth summer vacation. It is the perfect time to start your preparation. Smart work and having faith in omnipotent is enough to crack JEE mains.
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How I can remember the derivations easily, in less time?

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Don't muck up the topics. Try to understand the topic. Start revising what you ha e learned.
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What grades do I need to join the exams?

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You must score at least 75% in your twelfth board exams to be eligible for selection.

Warnings

Do not study and wear yourself out before the exam, instead, take a proper 6-8 hours of sleep to maintain your cool and focus on the exam. It is also advisable to reach the exam center 15 min before time.

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To get a competitive edge, always aim for 100 percent hit rate. Develop speed when you are practicing the problems. Follow the strategy of speed and accuracy as it always gives you time to revise later.

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