How to prepare for JEE Advanced while preparing for JEE Main?

Integrated Preparation Strategy for Both Exams:

Phase 1: Common Foundation (First 8 months)

Focus Areas:

• •Complete NCERT thoroughly for both exams
• •Build strong conceptual understanding
• •Practice moderate problems for JEE Main level

Subject-wise Strategy:

Physics:

• •Master concepts from HC Verma
• •Solve I.E. Irodov for advanced level
• •Focus on Mechanics, Electricity, Magnetism
• •Practice both numerical and theoretical problems

Chemistry:

• •Organic: NCERT + MS Chouhan for advanced
• •Physical: Numerical chemistry (P Bahadur)
• •Inorganic: NCERT is key, memorize exceptions
• •Solve reaction mechanisms thoroughly

Mathematics:

• •Clear basics from NCERT
• •Practice from Cengage/Arihant series
• •Focus on Calculus, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry
• •Solve previous years for both exams

Phase 2: Advanced Focus (Next 3 months)

Dedicated Advanced Prep:

• •Solve 20-30 advanced problems daily
• •Focus on multi-concept problems
• •Practice comprehension-based questions
• •Work on time management (3 hours paper)

Phase 3: JEE Main Sprint (Last 1 month)

Main-specific Prep:

• •Speed and accuracy practice
• •50-60 MCQs daily
• •2-3 full mock tests per week
• •Focus on scoring topics

Key Points:

• •70% syllabus overlaps between both exams
• •Advanced preparation automatically covers Main syllabus
• •Don't ignore Main - it's your gateway to Advanced
• •Balance depth (Advanced) with speed (Main)

Resources:

• •For Both: NCERT, Coaching modules
• •Main Focus: Previous 10 years + Mock tests
• •Advanced Focus: Previous years + Advanced problem books

Success Mantra:

• •Quality over quantity
• •Concept clarity over rote learning
• •Consistent practice
• •Regular mock tests and analysis