Madam, My son is in class 12 preparing for JEE Main 2024. He was doing very good till 11th although we never ever put any pressure on him. But suddenly from about 3-4 months ago, he is losing interest in his study. He himself says that. Now only 3 months left for his exam, how can we motivate him to study hard so that he fulfills his dream?

Ans: Hello Trilok,
It's good to hear that your son is intelligent and capable of getting good marks.
With parents child usually feels the fear of being judged & avoids sharing all things with them.

I would suggest you take him to psychological counseling. It will help in identifying what's bothering him and will help in unleashing his potential.

Ans: How has been with studies,where is he lacking in understanding his subjects. Check what is making him procrastinate the task. To develop his interest get him extra support for his subjects he doesn't understand. Get him counselled if required.

Ans: It's natural to feel low, but the key is to stay positive and focused. Many students improve in the second attempt with the right approach. Your son should identify weak areas from the January attempt and work on them. Focus on high-weightage topics, revise concepts, and practice previous year papers. He should take regular mock tests in exam-like conditions. He can use online lectures, crash courses, or coaching if needed. He should also ensure proper sleep, short breaks, and a stress-free mindset.With determination and a structured approach, he can achieve a much better score in April! One important suggestion: Please have Plan B & Plan C as back-ups instead of relying only on JEE by appearing for other (5-7) Entrance Exams and / or participating in counselling process of the colleges accepting JEE Score in your State. All the Best for your Son's Prosperous Future.

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Ans: Hello Dhivya Ji
You need to find out whether he understands Physics well or not. If his understanding is okay, then there is problem with comprehension.
After every test, sit with the physics paper. Identify:
Conceptual mistake
Calculation mistake
Time management issue

Chemistry – Maintain & Sharpen
If Chemistry is “ok,” keep it that way and aim to improve without overburdening him.
Focus more on NCERT-based revision, especially for Inorganic and Organic.



Some Thoughts for You as a Parent
Pressure vs Support: Try to avoid language that sounds like pressure (“You must score more in physics”). Instead, go with encouragement like “I know you can do it, let’s find what’s stopping you.”

Stress Breaks Are Vital: Encourage short breaks with music, a walk, or a favorite hobby.

Talk About the Bigger Picture: Remind him that this is not the only shot at success. Many paths lead to great futures. Take the pressure off and he'll naturally perform better.

I hope this helps. You can connect again in case you need any help.