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NEET Preparation Strategies To Ace Your Exam

Updated on 15 October, 2023

Akansha Semwal

Akansha Semwal

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NEET Preparation Overview

NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is the entrance examination for admissions to medical colleges throughout the country. The examination has subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology). If you wish to crack the examination successfully, creating a solid NEET preparation blueprint is a must. Learn more on how to prepare for NEET and create the best NEET strategy for scoring higher in the examination in this article. 

Subject-Wise Preparation Strategy for NEET

One of the biggest NEET preparation tips is to adopt a subject-wise strategy. This will give you several advantages, including the following: 

  • You will have a full grasp of the syllabus and its core components. 
  • You will be able to prioritize important topics and prepare accordingly. 
  • Subject-wise preparation helps you concentrate on topics over which you have a good grasp while avoiding difficult and hard-to-understand aspects at the last minute. 

Hence, you should make this a major fulcrum of your NEET preparation blueprint. 

How to Prepare for NEET in 4 Months

Keep your worries at bay as we simplify for you how to prepare for the NEET exam in four months. Here are the key subject areas that you may want to focus on: 

Month-WiseMonth 1Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 
Physics

Gathering NCERT Books and Online Resources 

Start with Class XI Core topics like Physical World and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, and Power, Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body Matter

Start Listing Formulae for Revision 

Continue with Class XI topics like Gravitation, Properties of Bulk Matter, Thermodynamics, Behavior of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory and Oscillation and Waves

Move on to Class XII topics like Electrostatics, Current Electricity, and Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism

Formulae Revision 

Mock Test 





 

Focus on the remaining Class XII topic areas. They include: 

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

Optics

Electromagnetic Waves

Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

Atoms & Nuclei

Electronic Devices

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Formulae Revision 

Mock Test 

Revision of General Formulae

Mock Tests

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Chemistry

Gather NCERT Books and other study material 

Start with these topics: 

Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry

Structure of Atom 

Classification of Elements and Periodicity 

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

States of Matter: Gases and Liquids

Thermodynamics

Equilibrium

Redox Reactions

Start Listing Down Basic Equations for Revision 

Hydrogen

s-Block Element

Some p-Block Elements

Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques

Hydrocarbons

Environmental Chemistry 

Solid State 

Solutions 

Electrochemistry

Mock Test 

Revising Equations 

Chemical Kinetics

Surface Chemistry

General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements

p-Block Elements 

d and f Block Elements 

Coordination Compounds 

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers

Mock Test 

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Revising Equations

Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids

Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen 

Biomolecules

Polymers 

Revision of Basic Equations

Mock Tests

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Biology 

Gathering Material including NCERT Books and web resources 

Diversity in Living World

Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants 

Cell Structure and Function 

Creating Flashcards for core concepts and definitions 

Plant Physiology

Human Physiology

Reproduction 

Genetics and Evolution 

Mock Test

Flashcard Revision 

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Biology and Human Welfare

Biotechnology and its Applications 

Ecology and Environment 

Mock Test

Flashcard Revision 

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Revision of Core Concepts

Mock Tests

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

How to Prepare for NEET in 3 months

How to study for NEET in 3 months? If you have less time, you have to be smart in your preparation. Here is a sample study plan that might help: 

Month-WiseMonth 1Month 2 Month 3 
Physics

Gathering NCERT Books, web resources, and other study material 

Start listing down important formulas for revision 

Physical World and Measurement

Kinematics

Laws of Motion

Work, Energy, and Power

Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body Matter

Gravitation

Properties of Bulk Matter

Thermodynamics

Behavior of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory

Mock Test 

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers 

Oscillations & Waves

Electrostatics

Current Electricity

and Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism 

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

Optics

Electromagnetic Waves

Mock Test

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Revising Formulae

Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

Atoms and Nuclei

Electronic Devices

Mock Test

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

Revising Formulae

Chemistry

Gather NCERT Books and other study material 

Start with these topics: 

Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry

Structure of Atom 

Classification of Elements and Periodicity 

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

States of Matter: Gases and Liquids

Thermodynamics

Equilibrium

Redox Reactions

Hydrogen

s-Block Element

Some p-Block Elements

Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques

Hydrocarbons

Environmental Chemistry 

Start Listing Down Basic Equations for Revision 

Mock Test

Solid State 

Solutions 

Electrochemistry

Chemical Kinetics

Surface Chemistry

General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements

p-Block Elements 

d and f Block Elements 

Coordination Compounds 

Mock Test

Revising Equations 

Solving Previous Year’s Question Papers

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers

Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids

Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen 

Biomolecules

Polymers 

Revision of Basic Equations

Mock Test

Revising Equations 

Solving Previous Year’s Question Papers

Biology 

Gathering Material including NCERT Books and web resources 

Diversity in Living World

Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants 

Cell Structure and Function 

Plant Physiology

Creating Flashcards for core concepts and definitions 

Mock Test

Human Physiology

Reproduction 

Genetics and Evolution 

Biology and Human Welfare

Mock Test

Flashcard Revision 

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers



 

Biotechnology and its Applications 

Ecology and Environment 

Mock Test

Flashcard Revision 

Solving Previous Years’ Question Papers

These are some topics that should be a part of your NEET preparation strategy in three months. You should focus more on topics with higher weightage and get your concepts right. At the same time, take mock tests as much as possible, beginning from the first month onwards, to quickly keep assessing your strengths and weaknesses and aligning your preparation accordingly. 

Last-Minute Preparation Tips for NEET

Here are some NEET exam tips that may help you at the very last minute. 

  • Make a list of books for NEET preparation- Gather the right books and study materials as a part of your NEET strategy. Do not forget the NCERT books, which are the most important pillars for candidates. 
  • Analyze question papers of the previous years. For instance, the 2022 version had a moderate level of difficulty, with Physics being the toughest and Biology being the easiest among the subjects. Physics theory questions were easier, while numerical questions were tougher. The Zoology section was comparatively easier, while the core topics were Electrostatics and Mechatronics. 
  • The NCERT resources should be your first study materials. Make notes for future revision and highlight all the important points. 
  • Learn the diagrams in biology for a better understanding of the subject. 
  • Solve as many questions as you can for Physics while making spreadsheets with the laws and formulas in every major chapter. 
  • Make a similar list of chemical formulae and equations which you can use to revise later. 
  • Check out the practice mock tests on the official NTA website and other online platforms. 

Conclusion 

Acing NEET preparation is possible if you work hard and stay committed to your goals. You should gather your study resources at the outset and study as per an effective timetable. Putting in the hours and taking regular mock tests will help you reap the rewards of the NEET. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1 year sufficient for NEET preparation?

One year is sufficient time to prepare for the NEET. You must put in 6–8 hours of study each day. You will also have enough time to take mock tests and gather different study resources alongside. 

Is scoring 700 in NEET difficult?

Scoring 700 in NEET is not easy, although it is not impossible either. You will have to start preparing well in advance while building an examination strategy and timetable that helps you focus on the core topic areas. You should also keep yourself motivated throughout the entire journey.  

Can we crack NEET in 6 months from zero level?

It is possible to crack NEET in six months from scratch. You have to work hard in terms of creating your study plan, and this can be achieved by covering all the subjects, and taking mock tests periodically. With determination and persistence, it is definitely possible. 

Akansha Semwal

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Akansha Semwal is a content marketer at upGrad and has also worked as a social media marketer & sub-editor. Experienced in creating impressive Statement of Purpose, Essays, and LOR, she knows how to captivate the attention of Admissions Committee. Her research-driven;study-abroad articles helps aspirants to make the prudent decision. She holds a bachelor's & master's degree in Literature from the University of Delhi.

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