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HOpe you are doing good.

KVPY SB is a scholarship program  for a student who is in the first year of their bachelor course in basic science such as B.SC, B.S, B.Stats and B. Maths.  it is administered by the Indian Institute of Science.

Below I have given some tips to prepare for the exam:

1. First understand the exam pattern and the syllabus . There is no prescribed syllabus like other competitive exams. I have shared some important topics from each subject below.

Physics: Mechanics, Ray Optics, Electromagnetism, Waves

Chemistry: Physical Chemistry, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Chemical Energetics, Organic Chemistry, Stoichiometry and Gaseous State

Mathematics: Algebra, Geometry, Basics of Number Theory, Quadratic Equation, Progression and Series, Permutations and Combination, Basic Geometry

Biology: Biomolecules, Molecular Genetics, Cell Biology, Biotechnology

2. Next prepare a timetable. You can decide how many days or hours you will be keeping for each subjects and topics, revision and to practice previous year papers and mock tests. Manage time in a way that you spend enough time on difficult and more important topics and also ensure that you have ample time for revision and practice.

3. While studying the subjects make sure you keep note of important points and equations in a separate book . This will come in handy at the time of revision.

4. Another important thing to keep in mind is to find the correct books for you . Some books may be hard to follow, so try to get materials that are written in a student friendly language. Below I have given some books that you can refer to for each of the subjects:

Physics: Fundamentals of Physics by David Halliday, Robert Resnick, Jearl Walker; Concept of Physics by DC Pandey, Tata Mc. Graw Hill’s Book by HC Verma

Chemistry: Moderns ABC of Chemistry for Class – XI With CD by Modern Publishers, NCERT Physical & Organic Chemistry by OP Tandon

Biology: Biological Sciences by Taylor Green and Stout by Cambridge Publications, Elementary Biology (Volume – 1) by K.N. Bhatia, M.P. Tyagi; Publisher: Trueman

Mathematics: A Das Guptha, Mathematics for class XII, Problem in IIT Maths by R.D.Sharma

5. Once you are done studying the subjects start revising and doing previous year papers and mock question papers on a daily basis . This helps you to recollect the formulas, gives you an idea on where you have to improve and will also help you to manage time better. Make it a point to solve atleast one paper every day during the month you have kept apart for revision and practicing question papers.

I have shared 2019s paper and the answer key in the links below:

Paper http://kvpy.iisc.ernet.in/main/resources/2019/STREAM%20SBSX%203rd%20Nov%202019.pdf

Answer key: http://kvpy.iisc.ernet.in/main/resources/2019/Answer_Keys_03_NOV_2019_SB-SX.pdf

6. Another important thing is that don’t study anything new at the last minute and this can create confusions.

7. NEVER TAKE YOUR HEALTH FOR GRANTED . Get proper sleep, eat healthy food and keep your self hydrated. Ensure that you do not stress your self too much and give enough time to relax and take breaks. Always remember that if you are stressed out then take a break as it would not bring out any good results when you put yourself in more stress.

8. Finally, on the day of the exam relax and don’t get tensed. Keep your mind clear and give the exam.  You will surely be able to do well.

Following these and being completely dedicated to this I am sure you will be able to well in the exam

Good Luck