The NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate) is one of the toughest exams for medical aspirants in India. With just 30 days left to prepare, students lose their patience and start getting anxious about the results. Well, this is the biggest mistake from a candidate. A candidate should be confident enough because confidence plays a major role in last-moment preparation. But don’t worryโwith a well-planned, focused approach, you can still make a big difference in your preparation.
In this blog, Iโll talk about a practical 30-day strategy to help you stay on course, stay calm, and make the most of the time you have left. Letโs break it down and makeย these final weeks as productive as possible.
At first, a candidate must ensure that he or she has a clear understanding of the NEET PG entrance syllabus and exam pattern. A candidate must divide the subjects into high-yielding and low-yielding subjects.
The exam comprises multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on the following subjects.
Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, General Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Anaesthesia, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Radiology, and Psychiatry.
Exam pattern:
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of the examination | Online |
| Medium of the examination | English |
| Duration of the examination | 3.5 hours |
| Total marksย | 800 |
| Number of questions | 200 |
| Type of questions | Multiple-choice questions |
| Negative marking | Yes |
The NBE (National Board of Examinations) will announce the NEET PG 2025 exam pattern along with the official information brochure. Last year, the NBE applied significant changes to the NEET PG exam format, including the introduction of time-bound sections. This means that candidates must complete all the questions in a given section within the allotted time before moving on to the next section. Once the time for a section runs out, candidates will not be allowed to go back, review, or change their answers for that section.
Everyone knows that covering the entire Neet PG syllabus is not possible, so a candidate requires a smart study plan and a goal of revising the whole syllabus at least three to four times.
Choose a mix of reliable resources, such as standard textbooks, online courses, and MCQ practice banks that suit your learning style. Helpful materials include Nextillo Revision Videos with notes for high-yield facts.
First, a candidate should know the high-yielding subjects from which the maximum number of questions come and the subjects that require the maximum attention.
Essentials subjects:
- General Medicine (Including Dermatology, Venereology & Psychiatry)
- General surgery (including Radiology, orthopedics, and anesthesia)
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Community medicine
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- pediatrics
Less important subjects:
- Ophthalmology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Forensic Medicine
- Anatomy
- physiology
Now letโs discuss the common mistakes various candidates make at the last moment.
- Students create a timetable that is not possible for them to stick to in the long run; instead, create a realistic and structured study timetable that covers the entire syllabus systematically. The timetable should be designed in such a way that it does not lead to feelings of tiredness and boredom amongst you.
- One of the biggest mistakes students make is that they try different sources last time. Students should be skilled enough to concise their notes so that multiple revisions can be done. At least three to four revisions are required, and this is possible if your notes are concise.ย
- Another mistake from a student is that they donโt practice MCQs daily. Regularly taking mock tests can help candidates evaluate the exam format and improve their time management skills. Analyzing performance in these tests can highlight areas that need further attention.
- Students isolate themselves and at the last moment lose their track while preparing, so students should join study groups or online forums that can provide motivation and support. Discussing difficult topics with peers can enhance your understanding.
- Students at the very last moment donโt practice good sleep and forget about their mental and physical health. Taking care of mental and physical health is very important. Regular breaks, exercise, a balanced diet, and good sleep can help reduce stress and improve concentration. It’s very important for a student to have a good sleep of at least 8 hours a day.
- Students do not take a grand test and just concentrate on revision and learning new concepts. Itโs very important to give the grand test because it helps analyze where you stand. When the exam is near students should practice the MCQs in fact maximum amount of time should be spent solving the MCQs. Donโt start a new topic at the very last moment; rather, give time to revising your own notes.
I would like to discuss key points that were very beneficial to me!
- Rather than just reading your notes, actively retrieve the information from memory.
- Do an integrated revision. Start linking the concepts of different subjects; this will increase your MCQ-solving power, which are case-related clinical-based scenarios. for example, link pathology, medicine and pharmacology or anatomy, surgery and radiology .ย
- Try to focus on high yielding topics. Make a list of high-yielding topics from the previous year’s NEET PG exams, and at last, you will have a list of the most important topics and revise these topics before your exams. While preparing, identify your weak areas, make a list of them, and revise those topics multiple times.
- Give grand tests and solve as many MCQs as you can. Go through the mistakes you’ve made in mock tests and practice MCQs.
- Trust in your preparation and be confident. Focus on nourishing your body with healthy food and staying hydrated.
- Take short breaks during your study routine to refresh your mindโsimple activities like a walk and listening to music can help and Avoid distractions like social media and gadย
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At last, I would say you can do it!
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