From Dream to Reality: Riya's Journey to AIIMS
Meet Riya Sharma, a NEET aspirant from Lucknow who scored an impressive 680 marks (AIR 847) and secured admission to AIIMS Delhi. Here's her inspiring story and preparation strategy.
Background
Riya completed her 12th from Lucknow with 95% marks. Despite having a good academic record, cracking NEET was challenging due to intense competition.
Preparation Journey
"I started my NEET preparation in Class 11. The initial days were tough - I couldn't solve even basic problems. But I didn't give up. I followed NCERT religiously and practiced daily."
Daily Routine During Preparation
- 5:00 AM: Wake up and light revision
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Physics
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Chemistry
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Break and lunch
- 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Biology
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Mock test
- 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Analysis of mistakes
- 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM: Revision
Resources Used
- NCERT for all subjects (read 7 times)
- Physics: HC Verma, DC Pandey, previous year papers
- Chemistry: NCERT, MS Chauhan, OP Tandon
- Biology: NCERT, Trueman's Biology, MTG Fingertips
- Online: Unacademy, YouTube videos for difficult topics
Mock Test Strategy
"I took 3 mock tests per week in the last 6 months. After each test, I analyzed every mistake thoroughly and maintained an error log. This helped me avoid repeating mistakes."
Tips for NEET Aspirants
- Master NCERT - 80% of questions come directly or indirectly
- Practice at least 100 problems daily
- Take mock tests in exam-like conditions
- Don't ignore organic chemistry reactions
- Revise diagrams and flowcharts regularly
- Stay motivated - believe in yourself
Message to Aspirants
"NEET is not just about knowledge, it's about consistency and mental strength. Don't let failures demotivate you. Keep working hard, and success will follow. The feeling of getting your dream college is worth all the hard work."
College Experience at AIIMS Delhi
Riya is now in her second year at AIIMS Delhi. "The exposure, faculty, and infrastructure at AIIMS are world-class. I'm grateful for this opportunity."
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