Every aspirant for MDS should realize that the competition faced during the NEET MDS Entrance exam will be considerably more than any other exam faced till that point. The number of students appearing for the NEET MDS entrance will be substantially large and hence the competition is intense. It would also be a good idea to understand that the difficulty level of questions that will be asked will be higher.

Recent developments in the field and new knowledge will be given importance by examiners. The blessing is that once the student qualifies for MDS after NEET 2021 exams, the scope of opportunities is vast. So, it makes sense to put in the extra effort as cracking NEET MDS will require new and better strategies. At Focus we enable our NEET MDS candidates to be equipped with a powerful strategy for preparing for the exams.

Tip#1. Setting up a plan, a strong plan

The first hurdle that the student will face is the vastness of the syllabus of the NEET MDS exams. At first view, it will seem daunting as there are over 14 subjects, 400 topics and just trying to remember the content of the syllabus itself will be mindboggling. At Focus, we equip our aspirants to work smart and prepare themselves with selective learning of the right key subjects and portions. The focus of the learning has to be prepared with the need to be objective and to the point.

The subjects to be focused on has to be decided well in advance which will be based on the importance and relevance of each subject. A table of topics and the number of days allotted to each will have to be prepared. This daily schedule will cut out wastage of time and it will be crystal clear as to which subject and item should be covered on a particular day. The subjects can be selected based on the previous years’ papers of MDS. The mentors at Focus will guide the aspirants on focusing on high-yielding topics so that they can be prepared for those in the early stages itself.

Tip#2. Set up a time table

The first task of 2021 is to start preparing for it as early as possible. This will allow approaching the exams in an evenly paced manner which will bring more confidence. The biggest mistake will be to think that one can cram everything within a month or two. The clever aspirants create a time-table and set daily targets of subjects and portions to be covered.

This enables them to cover the entire syllabus without the hassle and gives them time to spend on high-yielding subjects. A good timetable also means that the aspirant need not spend long continuous hours on study. This will affect their normal routine and disrupt their work-life balance. A good time-table will have scope for breaks during the study session and this will relieve the monotony. However, the time-table has to be followed strictly as any break in the schedule will lead to the rest of the study days being disrupted and cramped.

Tip#3: Change your environment

After a couple of weeks, it is easy for fatigue to set in. At such times the aspirant needs to self-motivate and also get inspiration from seniors, mentors, and fellow aspirants. The slack in interest and losing track of the preparation are natural processes and it should not deter you. The important thing is to be back on rails as fast as possible and never lose precious time. This does not mean that the exercise and entertainment schedules of a person that helps her relax and be on track. Once in a while, it is good to change the place of study from one room to another or even to sit on the balcony or terrace and study. You can leave your phone on silent mode downstairs and you will not be disturbed by any TV or movie that will be being watched by others at home. After completion of the syllabus, the aspirants can go in for mock tests. The practice will be beneficial and help know the individual’s strengths and weaknesses, helping them polish up their preparations with the help of previous years’ question papers.

Tip#4: Schedule for revision

Even though you may have covered portions according to plan, it is not certain that you will keep remembering the things you studied at the start of your schedule. So, it would be helpful to set a time slot for quick revisions of the items you studied before. This is the best time to make bullet point notes and mark the portions that you feel are vital.

Tip#5: Set time for Group Study and revisions

Aspirants could miss important developments in the world of dentistry that may have come to the attention of your friend and co-aspirant. Group study with an online schedule is a quick and effective way to arrive at group discussions-based research and review of things you may have missed.

Tip#6: Deciding on the right books for study

Focus the future dentistry will definitely provide the list of the best books to follow. They are vital in the outcome of the aspirants’ preparation for NEET MDS 2021. Initially, the aspirant will have to commence by referring to some of the books already read during BDS course study and the seniors at Focus will help in choosing the latest and best books for reference.

One way of studying can be reading the chapters and concentrating on understanding the concepts and procedures – then taking notes after the second reading. Many of the topics that were earlier eliminated or omitted during the BDS study may have to be re-read. A good balance has to be maintained between the topics that you are already familiar with and the new ones that need more attention.

Tip#8: Selecting a center for Post-Graduation preparations

Like everything else, selecting the right-center for assisting your PG preparations is of vital importance. Focus the future dentistry is one of the leading coaching classes that is targeted at BDS students who aspire to sail through NEET MDS for 2021 exams. Being centrally located in Kerala at Thrissur helps students from all across Kerala to access regular classes, online classes, and crash courses to achieve success. The center helps aspirants hone their skills through mock exams through the dedicated Focus App. The center has some of the best and dedicated professionals in medical, dental, and teaching who are constantly engaged in coaching aspirants.

Tip#9: Revising and learning from mistakes  

With the help of mock tests, aspirants can determine their weaknesses and overcome them with dedicated learning. Entire subjects may not be needed to be covered but the key weak areas can be covered with bullet points and short notes. Aspirants should take time to solve the mock tests offered through the App and this will help improve accuracy and pacing to answer the questions quickly. It will also help aspirants become familiar with the online mode of entrance exams. Aspirants will also become familiar with the aspect of negative marking that can bring down the total NEET MDS score. Practicing on MDS mock tests will help in reducing negative markings and take quick decisions on which questions to leave unanswered.

Tip#10: Always be motivated to achieve your goal

Focus the future dentistry will give aspirants the best boost to their confidence, initiate them, and involve them in the discussion of world dentistry without being restricted to just books. They become familiar with the latest researches and material developments. This gives them the motivation to be on the job of striving for their dreams constantly without any break.