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Asked by Anonymous - Mar 25, 2025Hindi
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Sir i have taken drop to prepare for jee my previous jee percentile is 80 percentile I lack proper coaching and guidance sir please guide me which books should I follow to achieve good rank in main and advanced sir please suggest any online platform also for coaching i would like to go with pw is it okay for me? Sir please suggest books for jee prep and test series please I lack guidance and coaching sir so I have failed to crack it

Ans: The April JEE Session is imminent. I trust you have been preparing for this since your January session. Consequently, now is not an opportune moment to recommend or advise you on whether books, online test series, or online classes are appropriate for your April session and JEE Advanced (if eligible). I recommend that you revise all material you have studied thus far. Review incorrectly answered, challenging, and complex questions encountered in the past two years from your online mock test series, previous question banks, or any other resources. Continue to revise your concise notes if you have created them. Please consider taking 2-3 more admission examinations as alternatives, rather than solely depending on the JEE. Engage in 3-4 counseling sessions at institutions within your state or neighboring states that accept JEE scores. As an additional useful information, here is, Here is, How to Predict Your Chances of Admission into NIT or IIIT or GFTI for your 80 percentile score – A Step-by-Step Guide

Providing precise admission chances for each student can be challenging. Some reputed educational websites offer ‘College Predictor’ tools where you can check possible college options based on your percentile, category, and preferences. However, for a more accurate understanding, here’s a simple yet effective 9-step method using JoSAA’s past-year opening and closing ranks. This approach gives you a fair estimate (though not 100% exact) of your admission chances based on the previous year’s data.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
Before starting, note down the following details:

Your JEE Main percentile (Convert your percentile into All India Rank with the help of a formula available in Google).
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
Click on the first search result (official JoSAA website).
You will land directly on JoSAA’s portal, where you can enter your details to check past-year cutoffs.
Step 3: Select the Round Number
JoSAA conducts five rounds of counseling.
For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
Select NIT, IIIT, or GFTI, depending on your preference.
If you are open to all types of institutes, check them one by one instead of selecting all at once.
Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories.
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.


Example Calculation:

If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.
Follow this approach for Other State candidates Option also and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.


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Asked on - Mar 27, 2025 | Answered on Mar 28, 2025
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Sir i have taken drop this year kindly guide me for next year preparation please. Please suggest books to be followed.
Ans: To maximize your chances of success in JEE 2026, follow a smart and strategic approach: 1. Enroll in a Reputed Coaching Center Join a well-known coaching institute near your residence to avoid travel time and ensure consistent learning. If offline coaching isn’t feasible, opt for a structured online course. 2. Build a Strong Study Plan
Devote 10-12 hours daily with a balanced focus on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Begin with NCERT books, especially for Chemistry, as they form the foundation. Follow your coaching center’s study material for structured preparation. 3. Smart Study Techniques for JEE: (a) Revise on the Same Day: After a chapter is taught in coaching or self-studied, revise it on the same day, make short notes, and go through them before sleeping. (b) Prioritize Mathematics: Since JEE ranks are determined by Maths > Physics > Chemistry, dedicate productive hours to solving complex math problems. (c) Tackle Difficult Questions: Focus on tricky, lengthy, and wrongly answered questions from your mock tests, practice books, and study materials. (d) Maintain an Error Log: Keep a separate notebook for challenging questions and regularly revise them to avoid mistakes in the actual exam. (e) Attempt Regular Mock Tests: Take time-bound tests (online or offline) and analyze mistakes thoroughly. 4. Best Books for JEE Preparation
Physics: Start with both volumes of HC Verma and use the following as reference: D.C. Pandey’s "Understanding Physics", I.E. Irodov’s "Problems in General Physics", J.D. Lee’s "Concise Inorganic Chemistry". Previous Year Papers: Solve JEE Main & Advanced past papers to understand exam patterns. 5. Stay Focused & Motivated. Avoid distractions and maintain discipline. Take regular breaks to prevent burnout. Stay updated with official JEE notifications. Keep revising NCERT books for conceptual clarity. 6. Have a Backup Plan (Plan B & C): Don’t rely only on JEE! Appear for 5-7 more engineering entrance exams. Participate in counseling processes of reputed colleges accepting JEE scores. If flexible, explore good engineering options across India. By following this structured and disciplined approach, you can significantly improve your chances of securing a top rank in JEE 2026! All the best for your JEE preparation!

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Asked on - Mar 29, 2025 | Answered on Mar 29, 2025
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Sir is cengage sufficient in maths or please suggest any source for maths also
Ans: Yes, Cengage is also one of the best options. But follow one Practice Book & be thorough with all the problems provided in it.
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