Are you a 12th standard student?
What are doing on mouthshut then?{just kidding}
But don’t take the above line lightly.
If you are a 12th std student of the S.S.C. syllabus of India and that two a science student then you won’t take the above line lightly.
I know how much sacrifices one has to make while in 12th...but ultimately it’s for your own good, isn’t it?
Okay. I won’t waste your time my dear H.S.C students..Straight to the point now.
I don’t know much about C.B.S.E. and I.C.S.E. syllabus and hence restrict myself to H.S.C. {Science}students only
1.Decide: First and foremost decide if you are a PCM{physics, chemistry , maths}
or PCB{physics , chemistry , biology } student.
Once you have decided then read further.
If you are a PCMB student like me then too read further.
- For PCM/ PCMB students:Now you know how important maths is.
Start maths right from the beginning.
Especially derivatives and integration requires good practise.
Be thorough with limits.
Only then you can master derivatives and integration.
I personally feel that’Mathematics and statistics’ by ’Chitale- Joshi’ is a good text book.It has covered all types with only a few out of the way problems so that you don’t waste a lot of time solving unnecessary types.
If you are a PCM student then refer ’Sahasrabuddhe-Gawali’ for biology.It does not dissolve in unnecessary details.It has short and precise explanations.
- PCB/PCMB students:For maths ’Reliable series ’ by ’Badgandi’{that’s my professor }is good.Although you can’t rely on this book if you are a M student, it’s solved examples cover most types and this book is recommended for B students.
For biology, reading ’Concepts of biology’is a must.It has detailed explanations and is a must read for MH-CET entrance exam too.
4 PCM/PCB/PCMB students: As chemistry and physics are important for all types of students there is no escape from these two.
For physics I recommend ’Concepts of physics’ by N.M. Mistry’. For those aiming for MH-CET, that additional information in the boxes makes a useful read.For chemistry, ’Fundamental chemistry’ by ’N.M. Thatte’
Solve a lot of problems ...If you are thorough with them you will have an edge over those lengthy theory questions in the choice questions.
- English/Hindi: For English, text book{Kumarbharti} is more than enough.Papers set in this language are very easy keeping in mind the vernacular medium students.Don’t waste your time referring to additional books {like guides or reliable series}
For Hindi I recommend ’the guide’ .I know there are too many questions in this book but just read all and concentrate on general important ones which will help you to memorise the entire story/ poem in few lines.I understand that being a science student one can’t waste much time on subjects like Hindi and English.
6.Join good Classes/Test series:These days no one can rely on college tutors . Imagine a class of 120 students. Is it possible for the professors to teach and control so many students.To be frank, I never liked my college tutors except for a couple of them.I bet that all the students of my class had joined classes/tuitions. I don’t know if joining these classes is right or not{a debatable issue}but when you are aiming for marks I know no one wants to end up in low marks because of bad tutors.If you are that rare species who has not joined any class{unfortunately} it’s not late.Even a good test series will keep you motivated throughout the year.
7.Schedule a timetable: I can hear many students complaining that we can’t stick to time-tables and stuff like that.But do chalk out one regardless of whether you follow it or not. This will help you in knowing how much you have to cover up in how many days.
8.Solve papers: Start solving first chapter-wise, then 3-4 chapters at a go, then half the portion and then the whole portion.Be thorough with all the Board papers.Many questions are repeated especially in Biology.
Do this only after you have done all your portion once, so that you will get a revision .If you don’t manage to write all the papers atleast go through all .Mark the repeated ones.You will get an idea of which are supposed to be revised before the exam day.
9.Discuss: Discuss with your pals and classmates all your questions and fears.Since they are in the same boat they are sure to give you useful advice and tips.
Clear all your doubts with your professors ...if they refuse ask your friends and seniors.
But be sure you clear them.
10.Be cool and prepared: Don’t take unnecessary tension.
Whatever you have studied you will surely know that.Have that confidence and write well.
Remember ...those three hours of the exam are those hours which will decide the numbers on your marksheet.Hence be prepared well in advance.
- Last but certainly not the least: Pray!Pray and keep in touch with God!Whatever the case maybe, luck does play some role in exams. Take the Aashirwaad of all your well-wishers and go confidently for your exam.
Friends, my good luck and well-wishes are always with you’ll.
Study hard and success is guaranteed.
Good luck,
Bonjour{the kid...hehe}
PS:Awaiting your comments.