My Journey of JEE Mains Exam Preparation

When I was in 10th grade, I aced my state board exams in Madhya Pradesh, securing the top rank with 99%. It was a moment of immense joy, but it also made me ponder over which subjects to choose for my 11th grade. With a natural inclination towards Maths and Science, I opted for PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics). Additionally, I took the Super 100 exam conducted by the MP government, which offers free coaching for JEE/NEET/CAT and admission to excellent schools for those who qualify. Fortunately, I performed well in this exam too and got into Bhopal Excellence School, where I attended MRC classes for JEE preparation.

And here my JEE exam preparation journey starts:

My JEE preparation journey began during my 11th-grade at MRC Classes. The coaching was excellent, particularly in math where Mr. Mitesh Rathee provided outstanding instruction. Even though I attended coaching and took mock exams, I initially found JEE preparation to be a little difficult. But when I started watching YouTube videos to have a deeper comprehension of JEE concepts, things started to change. I started to like learning as a result, and I started working through challenges on my own.

The coaching environment at MRC was bustling with energy, with numerous students gathered for JEE preparation. The mock tests conducted were meticulously designed to mirror the format of the JEE mains exams, offering us invaluable practice and thorough preparation.

I attempted my first JEE in 2020, which consisted of two main attempts. Despite giving my best, I realized I hadn’t revised all concepts thoroughly, leading to a score of around 79 percentile in both attempts. Dissatisfied with my performance, I decided to take a year off for self-study without any coaching. I relied on YouTube tutorials, practised extensively, and read the experiences of other students on platforms like GFG. In 2021 I attempted JEE mains again and this time it had 4 attempts. My all attempts were good enough and almost the same. My best percentile out of those 4 attempts was 94 percentile. This time I was satisfied with my percentile.

My preparation strategy revolved around daily revisions of inorganic chemistry, solving mathematics problems in the afternoon, and delving into organic and physical chemistry at night. Weekends were dedicated to mock tests on the NTA app, complemented by weekly revisions of all subjects.

During my preparation, I made extensive use of coaching packages from MRC, along with additional study materials. I engaged with RD Sharma for Mathematics, HC Verma for Physics, and Himanshu Pandey for Organic Chemistry. NCERT books were instrumental in mastering Inorganic and Physical Chemistry concepts.

During the exam, I strategically tackled the questions by prioritizing those I knew I could solve quickly and accurately. These questions were my initial focus, allowing me to efficiently accumulate marks early on. For the more time-consuming or challenging questions, I opted to bookmark them for later review. This approach enabled me to manage my time effectively and optimize my performance throughout the examination.

The JEE mains exam comprised MCQs covering mathematics, physics, and chemistry, encompassing topics from all relevant subjects. The exam environment was conducive, with candidates assigned to their selected exam centres. The exam duration was 3 hours, featuring 90 MCQs.

For JEE mains, it’s crucial to cover all topics thoroughly as even seemingly simple questions can arise from overlooked areas. I made sure not to skip any topic and practised as many questions as possible.

My advice to fellow aspirants is to never give up. It’s okay to take breaks or switch subjects if you feel stuck, but maintaining consistency and self-belief is key.