You want both—a 95 %+ in your 12th boards AND a top rank in JEE/NEET 2025.
But everyone tells you:
- “Boards and JEE/NEET are completely different!”
- “You can’t focus on both!”
- “Choose one and compromise on the other!”
That’s a myth.
Toppers do both every year—and so can you. Here’s the step-by-step, data-backed strategy to ace your boards AND crack JEE/NEET without losing your sanity.
Stay Tuned!
📊 The Reality Check (2025 Data)
- JEE/NEET Toppers usually score 90%+ in boards (NTA 2024 report).
- 95%+ in boards helps in foreign universities, scholarships, and backup options.
- Balancing both is tough but possible with the right strategy.
If you are not aware about these exams: IAT & NEST 2025 Preparation: A Complete Guide | Sciastra
The Ultimate 2025 Game Plan
1. Syllabus Overlap: Use It to Your Advantage
| Subject | Boards vs JEE/NEET Overlap |
| Physics | 70% overlap (JEE is deeper) |
| Chemistry | 80% overlap (Inorganic is same) |
| Maths (JEE) | 60% overlap (Boards is easier) |
| Biology (NEET) | 90% overlap (NCERT is Bible) |
Pro Tip:
Boards = NCERT Depth.
JEE/NEET = NCERT + Advanced Concepts
👉 First master NCERT inside-out—it covers 80% of boards and 50% of JEE/NEET.
2. ⏳ Time Management: The 70/30 Rule {please modify it according to your preferences}
- 70% time → JEE/NEET prep (since it’s tougher) and 30% time → Boards-specific prep
- 100% time for boards preparation in the last 2 months.
A Simple Daily Routine (Class 12 Student):
- 6:00-9:00 AM → JEE/NEET Theory
- School/College → Pay attention in class (saves revision time)
- 4:00-7:00 PM → JEE/NEET Problems
- 8:00-10:00 PM → Boards writing practice (essays, derivations)
Learn here: How to crack the NEET in 30 days with Sciastra?
3. 📝 Board Exam Hacks (95%+ Guaranteed)
✅ Physics:
Focus on derivations (12th boards love them) and Question practice.
Learn marking scheme (2-mark vs 5-mark answers differ)
✅ Chemistry:
Inorganic = NCERT line-by-line (90% of board papers)
Organic = Name reactions + mechanisms
✅ Maths:
Practice 10+ sample papers (boards repeat questions)
Memorise formulas on flashcards
✅ Biology (NEET):
Diagrams = 20% of marks (label clearly!)
NCERT examples are gold (many MCQs come directly)
4. JEE/NEET-Specific Tips
📌 For JEE Aspirants:
✔ PYQs (2019-2024) are your best friend (30% questions repeat)
✔ Mock tests every weekend (improves speed)
✔ Focus on weak topics (e.g., Electrochemistry, Rotation)
📌 For NEET Aspirants:
✔ NCERT Biology = 100% weightage (no shortcuts)
✔ Solve 100+ mock tests (accuracy matters more than speed)
✔Make a list of mistakes you made in your mocks. This is the most important key to not make it again.
✔ Revise NCERT Chemistry twice a month.
Why Should We Choose SCIENCE after 10th? Sciastra
5. Mindset & Health (Non-Negotiable)
- Sleep 6-7 hours (all-nighters backfire)
- Exercise 20 mins/day (boosts memory)
- Meditate 10 mins daily (reduces stress)
Fact: Toppers who sleep well score 10% higher. This doesn’t mean that students who sleep less cannot. It’s to tell you that hardworking is important but taking care of yourself in the same way is as valuable.
🎯 Final 2025 Strategy Timeline:
📅 April – December 2024
Focus 80% on JEE/NEET
20% on NCERT reading (boards prep)
📅 January – February 2025
Shift to 50% boards, 50% JEE/NEET
Write 1 board sample paper daily
📅 March 2025
100% boards focus (JEE/NEET after boards)
📅 April – May 2025
Full JEE/NEET revision + mocks
You have the liberty to manipulate the timelines. It’s completely up to you and your comfort.
Know here:
Top Career Options for PCM Students After 12th
Top Career Options for PCB Students After 12th in India
Pro Tips from 2024 Toppers
“I scored 97% in boards and AIR 200 in JEE by sticking to NCERT first.” — Rohan, IIT Bombay
“Boards writing practice helped me in NEET long answers!” — Priya, AIIMS Delhi
⚠️ 3 Deadly Mistakes to Avoid
- Ignoring NCERT (Boards & NEET depend on it)
- Only studying, no testing (Mocks reveal weak spots)
- Comparing yourself to others (Everyone has a unique pace
About us: Sciastra
At SciAstra, we guide students who want to become scientists and pursue research by helping them secure admissions in the top colleges for the same like IISER, NISER, CEBS, ICAR, CMI, etc.
Our mentors are from the top research institutes like IISER, NISER, IACS, CMI, ISI, IISC Bangalore, and so on. If you are looking to prepare for IAT / NEST 2025, you can check out our courses and get access to live classes, recorded lectures, study material, mock tests, doubt-clearing classes, and much more!
To know more about us, click here OR download the SciAstra App from Play Store or App Store!
