Class 11 Student Seeking Comprehensive Roadmap for JEE Mains, Advanced, SAT, and BITS Pilani in 2026

Ans: At this moment focus on JEE only. Study textbooks thoroughly, specially NCRET books. If possible, take admission into good coaching institutions and give mock tests. Aim to take admission in CSE dept of good IIT. Do not think about AI /ML / software engineer at this stage. Focus on JEE only.

Ans: Shreya, I trust that you have already enrolled in a coaching center, whether it be online or in person, and have finished your eleventh syllabus. (1) If you have not yet created your own short-notes for the 11th syllabus that has been completed, prepare it and continue to revise them every three days until 2026, even after you have commenced studying the 12th syllabus in December 2024. (2) Review the questions that you have incorrectly answered or skipped in mock tests conducted by your Coaching Center and/or practiced independently. (3) In order to increase your rank/percentile by targeting computer science at a reputable college/institute, prioritize mathematics (although all three subjects are equally important). (4) You should be thorough with NCERT books, particularly those pertaining to chemistry, in conjunction with the materials provided by your coaching institute. (5) Have 1-2 reference books for each subject. Not exceeding two. (6) Review the questions that were incorrectly answered or skipped in your mock and practice exams and retake the test. It is advisable to maintain a distinct note-book for these types of questions, which should include answers and elucidating notes, in order to review them repeatedly for all three subjects. (7) Download the SYLLABUS of JEE Main 2025 (available on Google by searching for "JEE Main Information Bulletin") and print it out, as there will be no significant changes to the syllabus in 2026. Maintain it on your study table and continue to update the 11th syllabus chapters and concepts that you have covered to date by marking them with a checkmark. This will boost your confidence if you continue to update the same till November 2025. (8) A slight difference in Syllabus might be visible when you acquire the 2026 JEE Main / JEE Advanced Syllabus. The same can be resolved within 15 days to one month in 2025-26. (9) Increase your productivity by studying for 45 minutes to 1 hour, taking a 10-minute break, and then continuing for 45 minutes. (10) Take a 2-3 minute break every 45 minutes while practicing questions, whether offline or online. This break should consist of closing your eyes and taking long breaths to enhance your concentration and mental capacity. (11) Additionally, it is recommended that you acquire the 20-40 PREVIOUS years question paper book of JEE (Main & Advanced) from Amazon. Arihant's, Disha's, or MTG's publications are recommended. Once you have finished reading a chapter, practice and complete it to determine the extent to which you have comprehended the concepts and to identify areas that require improvement. (12) By October 2025, ensure that you have reviewed significantly more than 90% of the previous years questions. Your confidence will be further bolstered by this. (13) After the mock test is completed at your coaching center, clarify all incorrectly answered or ignored questions and continue to revise and practice them, as these types of questions will significantly disrupt your performance in the actual JEE. (14) If you are a regular school student, inquire with your class teacher about the minimum attendance requirement as outlined in the Board's regulations (State, CBSE, ICSE, etc.). Utilize the remaining 15% by taking time off and preparing for your JEE, if only 85% attendance is required. (15) THE MOST IMPORTANT Value Added Suggestion: Rather than solely relying on JEE, please participate in 5-7 entrance exams/counseling process with a JEE score for getting admission into any one of the private engineering colleges to have a variety of options to select the most suitable one. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: Welcome back.
You have ample time to prepare for JEE (Mains) as you are appearing in 2026. To crack any examination, go through the syllabus thoroughly. As per my knowledge, if you join any coaching center, the full syllabus will be completed up to September 2025. Hence you have ample time to go through the syllabus and regular tests. Every coaching institute or your mentor suggests the books to be referred to. It would be suggested to ask your subject teacher for the books to be referred. To crack JEE follow the following tips: (1) Focus on the syllabus (2) Do regular studies min 8-10 hours (3) Appear for the online/offline tests regularly (4) Keep a habit of revising the topics frequently (5) Solve previous years papers (6) Prepare your shortcuts and synopsis (7) View online lectures on YouTube if you get time
Best of luck for your upcoming exam.

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Ans: Study at least 8-10 hours daily (3 subjects per day).
Avoid social media & distractions.
Give Mock Tests regularly (from September).
Solve previous year papers (2015-2024).
Take short notes for revision.