7 Mistakes to Avoid During JEE Main Preparation

January 15, 2025 By Nandini Tyagi Jan 15, 2025 nandinityagi

Avoiding NCERT Curriculum

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Spending Too Much Time On One Subject

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Not Creating a Time Table

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Not Solving Mock Tests and Previous Year’s Papers

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Focusing Solely on Theoretical Knowledge

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Relying Only on Coaching

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Studying Without Breaks

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