The INICET exam is done, and now the countdown to NEET PG 2025 has really started — approx 30 days to go. A do-or-die month, a make-or-break phase. And the big question that every NEET PG aspirant is asking themselves today is: “Can things really change in these last 30 days?” The answer is YES — and here’s exactly why.
No Matter Where You Stand, The Game Is Still On
Whether you:
- Scored well in INICET and are riding high on momentum,
- Performed average but gained some confidence
- Or feel your preparation has completely gone off track.
The fact is that these days can be a game-changer for everyone — if done correctly with the proper mindset and approach.
“I cracked the exam in 40 days. If I could do it, you can too. The key is using these days wisely.” — Dr. Praveen Tripathi
Also Read: NEET PG 2025: Eligibility Criteria You Must Know Before Applying
Why Last Month Can Change Everything?
Unlike other competitive exams, NEET PG continues to reward recall of facts. A lot of questions are straightforward or repeated in an altered way. If you encounter those facts during the last month, you will be better placed to recall and reproduce them accurately during the exam.
Also, the syllabus is huge — 19 subjects. No one, not even toppers, ever feels fully ready. That means there’s no such thing as perfect prep. The difference is how intelligently and uniformly you study in this final stretch.
Handle the Pressure or Be Handled by It
Competitive exam such as NEET PG are as much a test of temperament as of knowledge. A large majority of students who had gone well all year long fizzle out on the last day due to nervousness and lack of examination temperament.
It is for this reason that the capacity to cope with pressure, remain alert, and adhere to a plan without deliberation about results is imperative in the last month.
“It’s not over till it’s over — and it’s not over till 14th June, 10 PM.”
Make the Most of the Last Month: Approx 348-Hour Opportunity
If you study for 12 hours a day, you still have: 348 hours
That’s enough to watch Rapid Revision videos twice, redo PYQs in detail, and even fill in weak areas.
But if you’re planning for just 4-5 hours a day, cracking NEET PG becomes much tougher.
12 hours is not negotiable. It’s minimum now.
Stop Asking “Can I Still Do It?” — Start Doing It
If you’re nervous, heartbroken, distracted, or just second-guessing yourself, that is not helping.
They only delay precious time.
“What’s in your control? Your hours. Your effort. That’s all. So do what you can control — 12 hours a day, no breaks, no distractions.”
PYQs & PYTs: The Undisputed Goldmine
PYQs remain the highest-yield material in 2025. Even so-called “new” questions are repackaged PYQs. If you’re beginning late, this is the place to start (and wisely so).
And no, once isn’t enough.
✅ Read the explanations.
✅ Get the concept behind each option.
✅ Review them repeatedly.
70–80% of the syllabus can be covered just from PYQs of the last 7-8 years. This is the retro method — and it is still working.
The Asymmetric Strategy: Study What Matters Most
You can’t do justice to each subject now — that’s not clever. Time is a constraint, so prioritise:
- Short Subjects (Psychiatry, Anesthesia, Radiology, Dermatology, Ortho, Forensic)
- Volatile Subjects (Biochem, Micro)
- High-Yield, High-Impact Content
Topics such as Psychiatry can be completed in 5-6 hours through rapid revision. Why miss it when you can easily get 10–15 questions?
Even in Medicine, if you’re running short of time, take ‘Medicine in a Day’ by Dr. Dilip — 20-22 hours for all the key topics to be known.
Also Read: INI-CET May 2025 Exam Analysis: What Students Said
“Don’t spread yourself thin. Focus on areas with maximum returns for every hour invested.”
What’s Happening at Cerebellum: NEET PG Marathon Mode ON
To assist you in optimizing these last days, Cerebellum is introducing its NEET PG Marathon.
Here’s what’s in store:
- Marathon Sessions – Intensive, high-yield lectures by subject.
- Midday Modules – 25 PYQs each day.
- Late Night PYQs – 50 curated PYQs a day with solutions.
- Coverage of NEET PG + FMGE PYQs – To provide a full edge to your prep.
This is not the moment to quit. It’s the moment to get up, redo, and rally to the finish line.
Final Words: Take It to the Last Day
You have no idea what those last 5 MCQs leading up to the exam can learn you — and how much of a difference they could make.
This is not the moment to drag. Don’t allow fatigue (or individuals speaking about fatigue) to influence your energy. Keep going strong.
The distinction between a thousand rank and a hundred rank might be only a few questions.
So, push your preparation up to the exam day. Keep moving. Keep hoping. Let stupid faith push you ahead.
Best wishes for NEET PG 2025. Your countdown begins now. Let’s make each hour count.
–Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Cerebellum Academy
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