JEE Main 2026: How to prepare in the final days of JEE Main Session 1? These 8 expert tips will be helpful..

JEE Main 2026: The countdown for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 has begun. JEE Main Session 1 will be held from January 21 to 30, 2026.  Less than a month remains for JEE Main Session 1. The last month is considered extremely crucial for JEE Main preparation. Experts believe that precise preparation in the last month of JEE Main plays a significant role in determining the score, but it is essential to strategically plan your preparations in the final month to achieve a good score in JEE Main.

In this regard, TV9 Bharatvarsh Digital spoke to Ramesh Batlish, who has been coaching JEE aspirants for decades at a private coaching institute. JEE expert Ramesh Batlish shared 8 expert tips.

The Last Month Determines Your Rank
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that every year, as JEE Main approaches, students experience similar emotions, including pressure, confusion, self-doubt, and hope for success. He says that the truth is, the last month of JEE doesn't determine how intelligent you are, but rather how balanced and clear-headed you can be under pressure. JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that this time is most crucial for students who are managing both JEE Main 2026 preparation and school board exams. At this stage, the right strategy determines the path to success. Let's find out what these 8 tips are.

1. Board Exams and JEE: Not a Conflict, but Coordination is Necessary
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that students often consider 12th board exams and JEE as two separate challenges, whereas the foundation of both rests on NCERT. Batlish advises that instead of chasing new study materials and references in the last month, it is more useful to focus on the chapters that are relevant to both exams. This saves time and maintains confidence.

2. Time Management: Learn from energy levels, not the clock
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that studying for long hours doesn't always yield better results. What's important is focused studying. Identify the time of day when your mind is most active and study difficult subjects during that time. Setting small, clear goals each day is more effective.

3. Pomodoro Technique: A simple way to maintain consistency
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that the Pomodoro technique has been extremely helpful in the last month. It involves studying for 25 minutes with focused concentration, followed by a 5-minute break. This technique reduces mental fatigue and prevents studying from becoming a burden. This technique proves especially useful in the final days.

4. Revision: The real key to success
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that revision is the real key to success. This requires a step-by-step approach. He divides it into 4 sections:

Regular revision of formulas
Clear understanding of concepts
Learning from past mistakes
Strengthening previously studied topics to maintain confidence during the exam.

5. Mock Tests: Not evaluation, but guidance
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that mock tests are very important in the last month of JEE Main preparation. He says that the purpose of mock tests is not just to see the scores. They provide proper analysis, which clarifies whether the mistake was due to time management issues or haste. This analysis from mock tests guides future improvements.

6. Special focus on high-weightage chapters
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that all chapters should not be given equal weightage in the last month of JEE Main preparation. He says that in the last month, special focus should be given to Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics topics that are frequently asked. He says that in a limited time, the right priorities can lead to better results.

7. Health: The foundation of better performance
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish considers sufficient sleep, a balanced diet, and light physical activity essential in the last month. He says that all these things help in maintaining concentration and accuracy during the exam. A healthy body and a calm mind make better performance possible.

8. Exam Day Strategy
JEE expert Ramesh Batlish says that JEE is not just a test of subject knowledge, but also a test of discipline, patience, and confidence. He says that if students can remain stable, balanced, and focused in the last month, success is within their reach. In this regard, he also advises creating an exam day strategy. He gives four tips for this:

Solve the easy questions first.
Avoid rushing through difficult questions.
Accuracy is better than guessing.
Trust in your preparation.

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