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What can one do from today to get admission in IITs?

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To get admissions in IIT:
1. Master the Structure:
Two-stage hurdle: JEE Main (qualifying) and JEE Advanced (IIT admissions).

2. Set Your Course:
Target Rank: Aim based on your dream IIT and branch.
Study Schedule: Plan and stick to it religiously.

3. Build a Strong Foundation:
NCERT Textbooks: Your conceptual base for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Level Up Your Prep:
Reference Books:
Physics: H.C. Verma, I.E. Irodov
Chemistry: O.P. Tandon, J.D. Lee, R.C. Mukherjee
Mathematics: R.D. Sharma, M.L. Khanna
Coaching Classes (optional): Allen, FIITJEE, Resonance (offline/online)
Online Resources: Unacademy, BYJU'S, Khan Academy

4. Self-Study:
Daily Focus: 6-8 hours of dedicated study.
Revision is Crucial: Regularly revisit past topics.
Practice Makes Perfect: Solve problems from various sources.

5. Master the Tests:
Mock Tests: Take weekly tests to assess performance and manage time.
Previous Years' Papers: Get familiar with exam format and difficulty level.
Address Your Weaknesses:
Identify Gaps: Analyze your performance to pinpoint areas needing improvement.
Targeted Practice: Devote extra time to conquer your weak areas.

6. Stay on Top of Your Game:
Study Groups: Collaborate with peers to learn and clarify doubts.
Stay Informed: Be aware of any exam pattern or syllabus changes.

Professor Prathap Haridoss
Dean of Academics, IIT Madras
Created Date: Jun 20, 2024
Modified Date: Jun 20, 2024

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