Dr Heet manvar has secured rank 1 in INI CET 2024 July session. He did his MBBS from BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad. Dr manvar completed his internship in March 2024. He believes candidates should analyse previous year question papers and appear in mock test. Read the article to know how AIR 1 INI CET 2024 topper cracked the exam.
INI CET 2024 Topper Rank 1 Dr Heet Manvar
Dr Heet Manvar, who did his MBBS from BJ Medical college, Ahmedabad has secured All India Rank 1 in INI CET 2024 July session. He believes candidates should start making exam preparation right from 2nd year of MBBS. He holds the opinion, analyzing previous year questions and appearing in mock test is key to success. In this exclusive interview, Dr Heet Manvar, AIR 1, INI CET 2024 shares how an aspirant can crack one of the toughest medical exam in medical field. AIIMS had conducted the exam on May 19 and INI CET 2024 July result was declared on May 25, 2024.
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Q. Congratulation for securing Rank 1 in INI CET July 2024 exam. Tell us what was your reaction after hearing the news.
A. Results generally come in the evening, but it suddenly came in the morning this time, so I wasn't expecting it and suddenly realized I am AIR 1, so I felt on top of the world.
Q: Will there negative marking in INI CET exam?
Yes, there will be negative marking in INI CET 2025 exam. According to INI CET pattern 2024, -1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. For right answer, +1 mark will be awarded to candidates. Candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confident of answer as negative marking may put toll on overall score. INI CET 2025 January session is scheduled to be held on November 5 in computer-based mode. Registration for INI CET 2025 January will begin most likley in the third week of September.
Q: Do questions repeat in the INI CET exam?
At times, questions get repeated in the INI CET exam. But candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly so that they can answer every possible question in the exam. As the INI CET is one of the toughest exams, candidates should focus on concepts. At least two revisions are required before the exam date. After finishing the INI CET syllabus, candidates should appear in a mock test and solve previous question papers. Appearing in the mock test and analyzing their performance will boost their confidence.
Q: What is the exam pattern for the INI CET?
AIIMS releases INI CET pattern along with the information brochure. The question paper pattern comprises details about the mode, medium of the exam, total number of questions asked, type of questions, allotted time, and marking scheme. INI CET exam is held in computer-based mode in English medium. According to INI CET 2025 paper pattern, a total of 200 multiple choice questions are asked and candidates get 3 hours to answer them. Candidates get 1 mark for every right answer while -1/3 for every wrong answer. It must be noted that the official question paper and answer key are not released for INI CET exam.
Q. Was it your first attempt? Did you also appear for NEET PG last year or any other exam?
A. It was my first attempt at any entrance exam.
Q. Share with us your education background including your MBBS, internship and all.
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A. I've done my MBBS from BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad. I completed my internship in March 2024.
Q. Did you have the dream to become doctor right from childhood? What encouraged you to choose the medical field?
A. Yes, like most Indian parents, my parents wanted me to become a doctor. Then, as I grew up, I realized that doctors can take away others' pain & get a lot of blessings & respect in return. So I decided to become a doctor and make my parents proud.
Q: Why knowing INI CET exam pattern is important?
Aspirants should know the INI CET 2025 pattern, as it gives them an idea of the question paper. They get to know about the exam and make a strategy accordingly. The exam pattern comprises details such as the mode and medium of the exam, the total number of questions and their types, the exam duration, and the marking scheme. AIIMS releases the exam pattern along with the information brochure. The INI CET exam is usually held in November and May in computer-based mode. There will be 200 questions, and the exam duration will be 3 hours.
Q: Which topics had maximum questions in INI CET 2025 January session?
A good number of questions were asked from topics such as Ortho, OBS Gynae, Pharma, pathology, Anatomy etc. Questions were one liner and concept based as well. The question paper was tough than last session. There were some repeated questions as well. The overall difficulty level of the INI CET 2025 question paper was moderate.
Q: How many questions will be there in the INI CET 2025 exam?
AIIMS will release INI CET 2025 exam pattern for January session. According to the existing pattern, there will be 200 questions in the exam. All the questions will be multiple choice type. Candidates will be given three hours to answer the question paper. There will be negative marking in the exam. For every wrong answer 1/3 mark will be deducted from the total. That is why candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confident of right answer.
Q: How many questions will be there in the INI CET 2025 exam?
INI CET 2025 exam had 200 objective questions with single and multiple correct answers. The questions paper was divided into 4 section of 50 questions each. Candidates was provided 45 minutes each to solve each section. Candidates were given total three hours to answer the question paper. AIIMS will declare INI CET 2025 result by November 16.
Q: Will there be negative marking in INI CET 2024 Jul session?
Yes, there will be negative marking in INI CET 2024 exam. According to INI CET 2024 pattern, -1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. For right answer, +1 mark will be awarded to candidates. Candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confident of answer as negative marking may put toll on overall score. INI CET 2024 July session is scheduled to be held on May 19 in computer-based mode.
Q.When did you start preparation for INI CET July 2024? Share some preparation strategy with us.
A. I started my preparation from 2nd year of MBBS. Starting early is the key. After finishing the INI CET syllabus, candidates should analyze previous year questions to get to know overall difficulty level and weightage of questions.
Q. Did you rely on self-study or joined any coaching class?
A. Self-study is the key as you get to know which areas you need to work upon and you plan accordingly. Apart from self-study, I did coaching from Marrow as well.
Q. Which subjects were your strengths and which one was were weak areas?
A. Medicine comes naturally to me while I have to work hard for Surgery.
Q. What message do you want to give future aspirant who will be appearing for INI CET in near future?
A. Focus on basic sciences, ophthalmology and psychiatry like subjects that are tested heavily in INICET as compared to NEET. Give adequate mock tests to improve time management skills.
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