How to Prepare for Board & JEE Exams Together — Expert Guide

An innovative approach to preparing for the board and the JEE can make complex tasks simple. The syllabi for both exams have much more in common, and the board exam doesn't require the depth of analysis necessary for JEE preparations.

Every year, the National Testing Agency, the NTA, conducts the Joint Entrance Examination, JEE Main, in two sessions, in January and April. During this period, the State and Central boards conduct Class 12 examinations, which causes greater distress due to the simultaneous preparation for both. Every Class 12 aspirant will face this situation as one exam precedes the other. Therefore, experts advise that being sturdy can help aspirants stay calm, maintain discipline, and, with absolute clarity and planning, attempt both by carefully managing the stress. Every JEE aspirant must realise that a well-balanced approach can help them meet the JEE eligibility criteria, score 75% in board exams, and also exceed the cutoff marks or percentile for the category. 

In the last two months, as the JEE Main Session 1 and board exams draw closer, aspirants must maintain steady progress in both directions by adhering to strict time management and maintaining strict discipline. 

Board and JEE syllabi have Commonality:

In the JEE Main examination, 45% of the syllabus is from Class 11 and 55% is from Class 12. When an aspirant focuses on the board curriculum and strengthens their understanding of the concepts, it becomes easier to prepare in greater depth. In reality, the board and the JEE Main are not different; only the strategies to deal with them differ.

Be consistent instead of studying for long hours:

Experts say consistency pays off rather than working long hours like an earthworm. Therefore, an aspirant should balance board and JEE prep.

Equal Weightage to Class 11 and 12:

1. In board exams, NCERT books act as reference books. These books build a stronger foundation for JEE Main. 

2. An aspirant should lay complete emphasis on subjects in Classes 11 and 12, without which the preparation remains incomplete.

Previous Years' Question Papers Navigate Aspirants' Direction for Both Examinations

1. JEE Main aspirants must complete a significant portion of the syllabus and begin to answer the previous year's question paper for both exams without ignoring it. By practising mock tests or previous years' question papers, aspirants can strengthen their conceptual clarity and reasoning abilities. 

2. When preparing for the board exams, make weekly revisions and take mock tests to achieve high scores across various academic topics. When an aspirant begins academic preparations, the best tip is to start with the frequently asked questions to build speed.

Benefits of Mock Test for Board & JEE Preparations:

1. As an aspirant begins to take a mock test, one can gauge the appropriate level of preparation. 

2. Aspirants should appear for mock tests to experience the JEE Main real-time examination room. 

3. An aspirant should make a list of weak questions to refer to when referring to the theory. 

4. Mock tests help aspirants improve their speed and accuracy in the subject.

Toggle from JEE to Board Mode from February 1 to 15. 

An aspirant should be involved in writing practice. The aspirant must attempt the previous years' question papers and adjust according to three-hour slots. 

An aspirant must obtain the topper's answer sheet and make a detailed analysis of the presentation. 

The aspirant must bear in mind that their board subject answer papers must be neat, clear, and structured.

Expert's Advice:

When an aspirant feels stressed, they should talk with their near and dear ones, seek guidance from mentors, and do everything they can to keep stress out of their minds.

Summary:

Every year, JEE aspirants encounter this issue: how to balance JEE Main and Board exams simultaneously. And, when followed, experts can give excellent advice to help aspirants score high in both academics and JEE Main. 

FAQs: Board Exams & JEE Prep Simultaneously

1. Can I prepare for Board Exams and JEE Main simultaneously? 

1. Yes, you (aspirant) can prepare for both exams simultaneously because the board syllabus is almost the same for JEE Main. As much as 80% of the syllabus overlaps, and hence a proper strategy can perform well. 

2. How necessary are mock tests for JEE Main and Board exams? 

1. Mock tests reap the following benefits: 

1. An aspirant can understand the level of preparation. 

2. The mock tests will help aspirants improve their speed and accuracy. 

3. An aspirant can experience real exam patterns through mock tests.

4. These mock tests help an aspirant to learn time management. 

5. Mock tests help aspirants reduce exam stress. 

3.  Is NCERT enough for JEE Main preparation?

1. From a fundamental perspective, NCERT books help JEE aspirants develop a conceptual understanding of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. But for success in JEE Main, an aspirant should practice MCQs, PYQs, and problems at the practice level from the JEE study material.