Are You Ready for NEET UG 2024? Start Your Preparation Journey Now

NEET 2024 exam will be conducted on May 5. Some of you are yet to start the preparation and are wondering how to start the NEET preparation journey. Here on this article of Shiksha, we bring the tips and strategies to start the NEET UG 2024 preparation strategy.

Are You Ready for NEET UG 2024? Start Your Preparation Journey Now

NEET UG 2024 exam date has been announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA), to be held on May 5, 2024. With over six months left for the exam, you must have started NEET preparation at full swing. If not, it is high time to start your preparation journey now.

Recently, the National Medical Commission (NMC) released the NEET syllabus and it has been revised as compared to last year. Hence, if you have yet to start the NEET preparation, fret not, as you still have ample time to prepare and be ready for NEET UG.

Also Read: NEET Syllabus Released by NMC

NEET 2024 Exam Pattern

Even though the NEET 2024 syllabus has been revised, it is likely that the NEET exam pattern will remain the same. However, the chances of the exam pattern or structure getting modified cannot be ruled out completely. The pattern will be announced along with the NEET notification and information bulletin, tentatively in the first week of March 2024. Refer to the current NEET exam pattern below.

NEET 2024 Exam Highlights

Here we bring the key information or the highlights of the NEET 2024 exam which you must be aware of before starting the NEET preparation journey.

How to Start NEET UG 2024 Preparation Journey

Let us now bring to you tips on how to start your preparation journey for NEET UG 2024.

Check the new NEET 2024 syllabus: First and foremost, you should go through the NEET 2024 syllabus thoroughly and understand the difference. Some of you must have already started the preparation and hence, it is important to note the chapters which have been removed and those which have been added. Unless you note the differences, you will not be able to revise the preparation strategy.

Gather books and Study Materials: As you must be aware by now, NCERT books are considered to be the best books for NEET preparation. Hence, you must ensure that you have collected the NCERT books for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Apart from these, there are several other reference books for NEET which not only consist of theoretical chapters but practice materials as well. It is important to shortlist such books and practice materials carefully as just hoarding books might pose a problem of plenty. Only choose those books and study materials which are recommended by your teachers or seniors, and collect the latest edition catering to the updated syllabus.

Identify your strengths and weaknesses: Before starting the NEET UG 2024 preparation journey, you must ensure that you have identified your strengths and weaknesses among the three subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Within these subjects also, you should note the chapters or topics which is not your forte. Start your preparation with the weak subjects. Dedicate ample time to those topics till the time you are absolutely confident with those. Suggesting on managing the weak areas, Anurag Tiwari, National Academic Director of Aakash Institute states, “The first thing is to identify your weak and strong areas. Revising the theory and then question practice will help the students cope up with the weak areas while the strong areas can be re-strengthen by practicing as many questions as possible.”

Prepare Timetable: Discipline is the key to success in whatever you endeavour. The same is applicable for NEET 2024 preparation as well. Even if you start preparation way early and refer to multiple books and study materials, unless you prepare a timetable or follow a disciplined approach, it will be hard to achieve success. Make a broad timetable for your daylong activities including NEET preparation, school or college timings, food intake, leisure, etc. “Seven to eight hours of effective daily study schedule will help students in covering the NEET syllabus and keeping the pace of preparation intact. It is essential to choose the study hours and timings as per the convenience,” says Tiwari.   

Decide about joining coaching: While joining coaching has been proven to be a tried and tested formula for success, there are several examples of successful NEET candidates who did not join a coaching institute. It is the approach and strategy that can make a difference. Hence, if you think you are capable enough to crack NEET without coaching, then you may do so. Otherwise, you may join a part-time or weekend coaching class, or enrol just for the test series. Analyse all the factors and choose the most convenient mode of coaching, or whether to prepare on your own.

Connect with peers and seniors: Build your network of peers or fellow NEET takers, as well as seniors who have already cleared NEET and are pursuing a medical course. This will help you stay updated with the latest information on NEET 2024, get guidance on preparation and also aid in exchanging notes, study materials or question papers. Regular interaction with them will also keep you aware of where you stand in comparison to your peers and what more to do in order to improve your NEET preparation strategy.

Utilise social media platforms: While social media platforms have a tendency to distract you during your preparation, utilising these for preparation will only benefit you. Join the groups or pages on NEET preparation to stay connected with peers, participate in quizzes, get the latest news and updates, study materials, NEET question papers and mock tests, etc.  

Stay confident: While starting the NEET preparation journey, it is of utmost importance to be confident. Have faith in yourself about achieving success in NEET. If at any stage you get demotivated or lose focus, take a break and indulge in any activity that will bring a positive change in your mind. You can listen to music, read some inspiring books, watch some motivational movies or programmes, or simply have a chat with parents or friends.

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