How to Manage Class 12th Boards & CUET (UG) Preparation? 

As Class 12 students gear up for two important milestones – the board exams and the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) – it's essential to have a well-organized and disciplined study plan. With both exams demanding focused preparation, managing your time efficiently is the key to achieving success. In this blog, we'll guide you on how to create a balanced study schedule, prioritize tasks, and stay on track for your board exams as well as CUET (UG). 

1. Daily Timetable: Organize Your Study Time

One of the most effective ways to prepare for both the CUET (UG) and board exams is to allocate specific hours for each subject. A daily timetable ensures that you are giving adequate time to each subject, preventing last-minute cramming, and reducing the stress as exams approach. 

• Morning Hours: Utilize the morning for more complex or high-weightage subjects. This is when your mind is fresh, and you can focus better. 
• Afternoon Hours: Dedicate this time to revising previously studied topics or working on assignments. 
• Evening Hours: Reserve this time for lighter topics, or practice questions, and take short breaks in between. 

2. Prioritize Tasks: Focus on High-Weightage Topics

Both the CUET and board exams have certain topics that carry more weightage. Identifying and prioritizing these topics can help you make the most out of your study sessions. 

• CUET (UG): Pay special attention to high-weightage subjects and chapters that are frequently asked. Focus on topics such as Solid State, p-Block Elements, Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, and Biomolecules. These topics are crucial and can significantly impact your score. 
• Board Exams: While you need to cover the entire syllabus, make sure you allocate extra time for high-weightage subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Prioritize chapters that have been consistently asked in previous exams. 

3. Regular Revision: Keep Up with What You’ve Learned

Revising regularly is a must if you want to retain the information you study and avoid last-minute stress. Set aside a specific time each week for revision – even if it's just for an hour or two. 

• Weekly Revision: Go over your notes, practice problems, and key concepts that you've studied during the week. 
• Monthly Revision: A full revision of everything covered over the month will keep everything fresh in your mind. 

4. Limit Distractions: Create a Focused Study Environment

One of the biggest challenges when studying for exams is maintaining focus and avoiding distractions, particularly from smartphones and social media. Here’s how you can minimize distractions: 

• Find a Quiet Space: Study in a calm, well-lit space away from distractions. This could be your study room, library, or even a quiet corner in your home. 
• Use Study Tools: Apps like "Focus Timer" or "Forest" can help you stay focused by limiting your phone's access during study time. 
• Set Specific Goals: Break down each study session into clear, achievable goals to stay on track and avoid procrastination. 

5. Solve Previous Year Questions (PYQs): Practice Makes Perfect

Solving previous years' papers (PYQs) is one of the most effective ways to prepare for the CUET and board exams. By doing so, you will not only familiarize yourself with the exam format but also learn how to manage time during the actual exam. 

• Understand the Paper Pattern: PYQs will help you understand the type of questions that are typically asked, the level of difficulty, and how they are framed. 
• Identify Commonly Asked Topics: You’ll notice that certain topics repeat frequently, which will help you focus your efforts on areas that are most likely to be tested. 
• Time Management: Practicing with PYQs will improve your time management skills. You’ll learn how to pace yourself so that you can complete the exam on time. 

A Balanced Approach is Key to Success 

To succeed in both the CUET (UG) and board exams, the right study plan is essential. By creating a structured timetable, prioritizing high-weightage topics, regularly revising, and limiting distractions, you will be better prepared and more confident on exam day. Make sure to solve previous year’s papers to understand the exam format and improve your time management skills. Above all, consistency is the key. Keep a steady focus, and you will not only excel in CUET but also in your board exams. 

Good luck with your preparations – stay disciplined, stay focused and success will follow!