Top Exam Day Tips for INICET 2025

INI-CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test) is one of the standardized exams conducted to get admitted for postgraduate medical programs in institutes like JIPMER, PGIMER, and NIMHANS. AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) conducts it. It is a highly competitive exam with limited seats, and thus it’s important to have a perfect strategy to clear this exam.  This exam evaluates both academic knowledge and the ability to apply concepts under pressure. It assesses depth and decision-making speed with more than 200 questions that combine clinical reasoning, analytical logic, and factual recall. Thus, let’s have a deep look into how you should face the INICET 2025 exam the right way.   

What mindset should you have at the exam time?  

Exams can be stressful, whatever their attitude about them is. Thus, before appearing for an exam like INICET 2025, it is important to have the right mindset. Try to forget about your preparations. Don’t stress out by thinking about the modules you have not revised or prepared well. Back yourself to boost your confidence by thinking about what you have studied well. Now it is all about how you perform in the exam. Also, concentrate on your exam by avoiding unwanted emotional outbursts like crying. This will affect your mindset. If you face any confusion or stress during the exam, try to take deep breaths to calm yourselves. This will avoid panic attacks. If you are confused about a question, instead of panicking, skip that question for now and come back later. One of the common mistakes made by many students is that they overthink a simple question, making it totally confusing. Remember, there will be simple questions too for your exam; don’t overthink, and you can skip crazy questions.  

Exam Day Morning  

You should complete your INICET preparations at least a day before your exam. Exam days can be chaotic. So, it’s ideal to make some preparations beforehand. Look into your exam center location and arrange transportation if necessary to avoid any last-minute mishaps. Also, pack your things for the exam and arrange them properly so you won’t miss anything. Try to reach your exam venue a bit earlier, as anything can happen. Don’t skip your breakfast or your general routines because it’s exam day. Follow whatever you do daily, as it will help in reducing your stress. Instead of heavy reading and going through what you haven’t learned, revise the things you studied well and read the short notes that you have already prepared.  

How to attempt the INICET exam paper?  

Strategizing your paper attempt is as important as your preparation. You should allocate your time wisely. There will be different types of questions. Some might be easy and simple, and some will be hard. So, time management is crucial. Therefore, don’t spend more time on confusing questions. You can also use the 3-Pass Rule. It includes the first pass, where you can answer all the confident and direct questions, and the second pass, where you can attempt those questions that require some thought and logic. And in the third pass, which is the final one, it’s time for you to revisit those questions you skipped or marked. As you all know, the INICET 2025 exam is a computer-based exam which lasts for 3 hours. This exam has 200 multiple choice questions divided into 4 sections with 50 questions each. Each session is allotted with 45 minutes. It is always best to finish your exam for each section 5-8 minutes ahead. This way you will get a little time to revisit the doubtful or skipped questions. As you already know, once you complete each session you can’t revisit it later. So, use your time wisely.  

Tips to crack MCQ questions  

All the multiple-choice questions in INICET exams are not straightforward or easy. They can be tricky, but with a smart approach, you can conquer them. One such smart method is the scanner technique, where you quickly scan through the keywords in your question and eliminate the obviously wrong options. This will help you to narrow down your answer options, thus saving time. When you find unfamiliar questions, you can rely on core concepts and logic to opt out of incorrect answers. As already said, when you face too difficult or confusing questions, skip it. It is not necessary to know the answers to all questions. The most important thing is to stay calm and complete your exam stress-free.  

Conclusion  

Every competitive exam is more than just a test of your knowledge. To win such an exam, it’s important to have the right mindset, proper time management, and emotional control. Using a smart strategy like skipping tough and confusing questions and revisiting them at the end can help you in managing the time. Be focused and avoid unwanted emotional effects. Trust your instincts, stay calm, and remember, your mindset on the day can be just as powerful as your preparation.  

However, the right preparation beforehand can help you to get a peaceful mindset on the exam day. It’s ideal to attend coaching classes for these types of exams. Kottayam Academics, one of the top NEET PG coaching centers in Kerala, offers the famous Bhatia Coaching classes through our institution. Browse through our website to learn more about our courses