How to Prepare for NEET PG 2024 in 1 month?

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduation 2024 ( NEET PG )

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Updated on Jul 11, 2024 15:04 IST

As the exam is scheduled on August 11, candidates have around 30-days time to polish their NEET PG 2024 preparation strategy. Candidates should use this time in best possible ways to improve their performance in NEET PG 2024 exam. This article 'How to prepare NEET PG 2024 in 1 month' enlists some tips to make you plan in best way for NEET PG 2024.

NEET PG 2024 Preparation: NBE has announced the revised date for NEET PG 2024 exam. As per the official release, the exam will be held on August 11 in two shifts. The cut off date for NEET PG 2024 is August 15, 2024. NBE will issue fresh admit cards for NEET PG 2024. The admit card will be uploaded online and candidates will have to download it.

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As the exam is around one month away, candidates need to plan accordingly. At times candidates get overconfident and complacent which may affect the overall preparation. Regular practice and consistency are key which help candidates to maintain the momentum.

Q:   Which part is difficult in NEET PG syllabus?

A:

As such no section is easy in NEET PG syllabus. Some candidates may find clinical section easy while others may perceive para clinical as difficult. In reality, all the three sections clinical pre and para clinical are equally difficult and candidates have to devote good amount of time to prepare in and out of every subjects. It must be noted, a good number of questions are clinical based, so this section holds huge importance.

Some topics of pre and para clinical are utmost important as lots of questions are from them. Point is candidates should prepare all three sections in such manner so that 90 percent questions can be answered easily. Last year, clinical section was difficult in comparision to other two sections.

Q:   How to study effectively to score good rank in NEET PG exam?

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Before starting NEET PG preparation, candidates need to have plan and strategies in place. Effective time management is crucial for the preparation. First of all take stock of the situation where actually you stand in terms of preparation. You should ask yourself following questions:

  • Which are the topics your are confident at
  • Which are the subjects which needs more attention
  • Which are the subjects where you need to start from scratch
  • What are your srength and weakness

These are some of the prembles of your preparation strategies. Following after make daily schedule allocating specific time for each subject. Try to cover those subjects first where you feel confident of scoring well. Try to finish syllabus at least a month before exam. 

 

Q:   Was NEET PG 2024 question paper difficult?

A:

NEET PG 2024 question paper was difficult as compared to last year. The overall difficulty level of the question paper was  moderate to difficult. More than 80 pecent questions were based on clinical scenerio. A good number of questions were asked from topics such as Surgury, Gynaecology (OBS GYNE) and other topics. 160-170 questions were easy to attempt.

In last one month, they aim to finish the revision as quickly as possible and focus on practice part for NEET PG 2024 preparation. This article ‘how to prepare NEET PG in one month’ will help candidates to use the remaining time in best possible way to improve the score.

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NEET PG Preparation Strategy for Last One Month

Last one month proves to be crucial for NEET PG 2024 preparation. As per experts, candidates should use this time in best way, maintaining the momentum. Don’t go very fast or very slow, that should be the ideal way for NEET PG 2024 preparation in last one month.

Take stock of situation

First of all, candidates should take stock of the situation in terms of NEET PG preparation. It means what has already been completed and what left to be completed. Finish the remaining syllabus as quickly as possible so that you get enough time for revision and mock practice. As per experts and toppers, candidates should have handwritten notes of each subjects which prove very handy during revision.

Q:   IS MD a 2 year postgraduate medical course?

A:

No. MD is 3-year postgraduate medical degree course in general medicine. MD stands for doctor of medicine. Except, PG Diploma which is 2-year medical course, all postgraduate medical degree courses are 3-year. MS is also 3-year course in surgery. Only candidates who have MBBS degree from a recognised institutes/colleges can apply for MD/MS courses. NEET PG is conducted to get admission into MD courses.

Q:   How do I start preparing for the NEET PG?

A:

Preparation Tips for NEET PG: 1. Make an effective preparation strategy. Keeping in mind the time left for the exam, prioritize your schedule. 2. Analyze your level of understanding. 3. Set your target. 4. Revision. 5. Practice MCQs. 6. Solve Previous year's questions. 7. Focus on high-yielding topics. 8. Prioritize your health.

Q:   Is 450 good score in NEET PG?

A:

Based on the analysis provided, a score of 450 is not considered a good score in NEET PG. The cutoff percentile for NEET PG 2024 is different for candidates belonging to different categories, but a score of 450 would fall under the low score category for all categories. To qualify the examination, a candidate needs to secure more than or equal to the cutoff percentile prescribed by the NBE, which is different for each category. Therefore, a score of 450 may not be sufficient to secure admission to a good college.

Q:   Was NEET PG 2024 exam difficult?

A:

NEET PG 2023 exam was easy as compared to last year. The overall difficulty level of exam was easy to moderate. Most of the questions were direct, only 8-10 questions were confusing. More than 80 pecent questions were based on clinical scenerio. A good number of questions were asked from topics such as Contraception, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBS GYNE), Mycology, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry. 170-180 questions were easy to attempt. 

Q:   How many hours should I study per day to crack NEET PG?

A:

Candidates expect to devote many hours to crack any competitive exams. This rule applies in NEET exam also. Candidates have to devote serious 5-7 hours daily to prepare the exam throughly. Experts belive candidates should utilize this time with proper planning. They should have strategies in place how to use these hours to cover in and out of every topic of NEET PG syllabus. Some candidates may require more time than daily than others and this may depends on many factors especially where they actually stand before starting preparation.

Prepare 30-days time table

Once we know we have this much of work to be completed, make a time table of 30-days. The time table should have proper allocation of time for revision and mock test. Paste the time table right above your study table or wherever you study so that you don’t miss any preparation activity of the day. Keep in mind systematic plan and disciplined strategy are catalyst which will lead you to score good marks in NEET PG 2024 exam.

Aim to Complete Revision

Revision is key area during this time. Candidates aim to finish at least 2-3 revision before the D-day. There should be a strategy in place for revision so that each subject is covered properly without making you feel overburdened at any moment of time. Ideally candidates should revise one difficult subject with easy one or lengthy one with shorter one. There could be many more permutation and combination of revision and candidate should choose what is best suited for him/her. Class notes are considered best tool for revision.

Practice mock test and question papers

This is another important part for last one-month preparation strategy for NEET PG 2024. After finishing the syllabus, candidates should aim to appear for NEET PG 2024 mock test and practice previous question paper. Candidates should solve at least 2-3 mock test papers in a week. This exercise will help candidates to understand the exam pattern and weightage. They get to know number of questions from each topic. Moreover, candidates get to learn time management, accuracy and how to improve the speed without making mistakes.

Learn from mistakes

After appearing in multiple mock tests, candidates should analyse the performance. Every time he/she appear for the mock test, candidate gets to know where he/she makes mistakes. In which area he/she needs to work upon and all.

Don’t touch new topic

Experts advise candidates not to touch any new topic in this time. The reason being you may not complete it and moreover it will impact your NEET PG 2024 revision strategy as well. Keep one thing in mind, one can’t be master at all fronts. So give final touch to only those subjects which have prepared completely and in your control.

Get ample rest

This is another point for aspirants of NEET PG. Candidates should understand that health is your priority. Many a times candidates skip lunch or dinner or they don’t sleep for required hours. This may affect their health and indirectly your performance in NEET PG 2024 exam. So, take good care of your health along with your preparation for exam.

Be positive always

Positive approach is needed to get you success in any demeanor. This applies here as well. Many a candidates become nervous thinking their performance in the exam. Always keep in mind that NEET PG 2024 preparation is the best. Never allow negative thoughts overpower you which may prove fatal in terms your performance.

 

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