What are the critical success factor for cracking entrance examinations?

The entrance examinations are not just about grueling work and burning midnight oil. One needs to prepare in a structured manner. Consistency in preparation is the key to success. It is better to study an average of 2 hours daily rather than put in bursts of work followed by weeks of layoff. The trick is to be able to balance this along with the other activities like school studies etc.

The exam is not about working hard but working smart. Most entrance examinations are objective in nature. This means that the bottom line is getting the correct answer, not how you get the answer. You could work systematically and arrive at the correct answer in a minute. However, you should also work smartly by elimination and substitution of answer choices and arrive at answer within a matter of a few seconds.

There is always something common about the people who finally make it to the hallowed corridors of the IIT/AIIMS. Not the least, is the belief in oneself. Half the battle is won if one believes in one’s success. This strong self-belief followed by sustained motivation over a period of 8-10 months and coupled with a structured preparatory schedule is the key to success.

•      Well laid plan

•      Absolute clarity of fundamentals

•      Make subject-wise action plan

•      Focus on quality then on quantity

•      Cultivate self discipline and consistency

•      Level up your speed and strike rate

•      Work hard and make frequent revisions

•      Evaluate yourself through a series of test

•      Be optimistic and get free from any tension and above all

•      The attitude to succeed at any cost.