NEET Last Minute preparation – What to Revise Before the Exam?
As India’s premier medical entrance examination, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is intensely competitive. With only days remaining until the exam, targeted preparation becomes essential to optimize your performance. While last minute cramming isn’t ideal, focused revision of high yield topics, formulas and NCERT concepts can significantly boost confidence and performance. This guide outlines a systematic method designed to help you organize your efforts efficiently, prevent exhaustion, and enter the examination hall with confidence and readiness.
Biology: Focus on High-Weightage Chapters (50% Weightage)
Biology forms the foundation of NEET, contributing 360 marks to the exam. Focus on NCERT textbooks, as nearly 90% of questions are either directly or indirectly based on their content.
Key topics to revise:
- Human Physiology
- Circulatory system (Blood flow, ECG and heart disorder.)
- Neural control (Synapse transmission, reflex action, brain regions.)
- Excretory system (Nephron function, urine formation)
- Digestive system (enzymes, absorption and liver functions)
- Genetics and Evolution
- Mendel’s law, pedigree analysis, DNA replication, genetic disorders
- Hardy Weinberg principle, evidence of evolution.
- Reproduction
- Human reproduction (Gametogenesis, menstrual cycle, implantation)
- Plant reproduction (pollination, double fertilization)
- Ecology
- Ecosystem (nutrient cycling)
- Biodiversity (IUCN categories)
- Biotechnology
- Recombination of DNA technology.
- PCR
- Gene therapy applications.
Quick tips:
- Memorize diagrams (heart, nephron)
- Use mnemonics, Eg: “King Philip came for a good soup” for taxonomy order.
Chemistry: Prioritization of NCERT Formula’s and Reactions
Chemistry is divided into Physical, Organic, and Inorganic. Focus on reaction mechanisms, periodic trends, and numerical shortcuts.
- Organic Chemistry
- Name reactions: Aldol condensation, Cannizaro and Hoffmann Bromamide.
- Biomolecules: structure of glucose, sucrose, DNA vs RN.
- Polymers: Monomers of Nylon 6-6, PVC and Teflon.
- In organic Chemistry
- Periodic Table: Group trends (halogens, alkali metals), d-block (oxidation states).
- Coordination Compounds: IUPAC naming, crystal field theory.
- P-Block: Nitrogen family (Haber process), oxygen family (allotropes of Sulphur).
- Physical Chemistry:
- Formulas: Mole concept, gas laws (PV = nRT), thermodynamics (ΔG, ΔH).
- Electrochemistry: Nernst equation, Faraday’s laws.
- Chemical Kinetics: Rate law, half-life calculations.
Quick Tips:
- Practice NCERT reaction flowcharts and exceptions (e.g., anomalous behavior of lithium).
- Memorize periodic table mnemonics: “Please Stop Calling Me A Zebra, I Like Horses” for periods 1–7.
Physics: Master Formulas & High-Scoring Topics
Physics is calculation-heavy but manageable with formula revisions
- Mechanics:
- Kinematics (projectile motion, relative velocity).
- Laws of Motion (pulley systems, friction).
- Work, Energy, Power (conservation theorems).
- Electrodynamics:
- Electrostatics (Coulomb’s law, capacitance).
- Current Electricity (Kirchhoff’s laws, Wheatstone bridge).
- Optics:
- Lens maker’s formula, microscope/telescope ray diagrams.
- Modern Physics:
- Photoelectric effect, Bohr’s model, nuclear reactions.
- Quick Tips:
- Revise SI units and dimensional formulas to avoid errors.
- Solve 5–10 Numericals daily from previous years’ papers.
General study strategies for the final days
Mock Test and PYQ’s
- Solve 1–2 mock tests daily under timed conditions.
- Analyse errors and revise weak areas (e.g., 2023’s repeated questions on Ecology).
Avoid New topics:
- Stick to familiar material to avoid confusion.
Short notes and flash cards:
- Use self-made notes for quick revision of formulas, definition and diagram.
Exam Day strategy
Time Management:
- Allocate 45-50 mins for each section. Start with biology, then chemistry and at the end physics.
Question Schedule:
- Attempt easy questions first.
- Flag tricky calculations for later review.
Negative Marking:
- Avoid blind guessing.
Health and Mindset:
- Sleep Well: Aim for 7–8 hours to enhance memory retention.
- Stay Hydrated: Avoid caffeine overload; opt for water or herbal teas.
- Stay Calm: Practice deep breathing if anxious.
Checklist for Exam Day:
- Admit card, ID proof, passport photos.
- Blue/black ballpoint pens, pencils, eraser.
- Water bottle.
Conclusion:
Trust your preparation and stay positive. NEET rewards clarity, accuracy, and calmness. Revise strategically, avoid burnout, and walk into the exam hall with confidence. You’ve worked hard—now is the time to shine!
