How to prepare for a competitive exam

Cracking the competitive exam in the first attempt is a universal dream for all the students who appear for these competitive exams. Well, it’s not an uphill mountain that you can’t climb. If certain strategies are followed, then you can sail through the exam in your first attempt. Following are the points that need to be taken care of to clear the competitive exam in your first attempt.

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Create a Schedule

Understand exam format and syllabus

Build your Basics

Take refreshing study breaks

Be confident

Test your knowledge

Stay hydrated

Create a Schedule

A study schedule with aptly defined tasks and a set timeline can help you manage your time effectively. It will also help you determine which topics you need to cover and allocate time accordingly. Prioritize your study time based on the importance of the the topic and how well you understand it and grab it.

Understand exam format and syllabus

It’s the first and foremost step that most students unfortunately ignore. Knowing the format  and syllabus of the exam gives you clarity on what the exam-conducting body structure looks like out for in the candidates. A highly recommended tip Swallow the entire syllabus. Be thorough with it. If you are not thorough, you are gone. Because the curriculum helps you to organize the structure. Know the weightage pattern and plan your time accordingly. Study the previous year question papers so that you can get the idea of the exam pattern.

Build your Basics

Most of the students, never try to get the clarity of the concept; they are busier in memorizing and learning. Because missing the fundamentals means not building the foundation of the subject. A well—understood concepts remain with you for a very long period, and it helps you to handle the related questions easily. Preparing the short-notes of the basic concept is highly recommended so that you can revise the same topic or concept before the exam. And a ready-note will always be helpful to you .

Take refreshing study breaks

Don’t underestimate the importance of taking short breaks during your study sessions. Studying for longer hours without taking breaks can hinder your ability to retain information. Therefore, you must avoid long  study sessions that can leave you feeling exhausted and frustrated. Instead, break your study time into manageable chunks and get a booster for study by taking breaks. Study for a couple of hours constantly, then take a break of 15 to 20-minute  to recharge your mind. These breaks are crucial for retaining information and preventing stress or trauma that is caused by studying.

Be confident

Confidence is the key to success. No doubt in this and I hope you all agree with it. But Confidence without the preparation is a disaster. So prepare well.  Keep positive thoughts, and give your 100%. Whenever you study, you have an optimistic attitude towards the exam. Don’t get over-confident too. Try to make out a balance. Study throughout the exam period and avoid the last-minute rush to avoid the stress and negativity.

Test your knowledge

Focus on your weak area of study

While making a study plan, make sure to analyse which topics and concepts you are weak at and  as well as those sections that you must devote more time to study . While exploring the techniques on how to prepare for competitive exams, it is essential to know where you need to give more focus and time and the topics you just need to go through.

Stay hydrated

Staying healthy and hydrated is crucial for your academic success and also for your day to day life b. Get enough sleep, eat well, keep a water bottle with you, and exercise regularly. A healthy body leads to a healthy mind, which can improve your ability to study , focus and learn.

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