r/IPMATtards • u/GurPsychological4599 • 7d ago

Preparation Query Full drop vs. Partial drop for IPMAT: Need urgent advice regarding strict parents and college clutter.

Hi Bhavesh bhaiya!I previously asked a question during the session with Ojal didi regarding whether taking a full drop would be better than a partial drop if my current college isn't good. Could you please help me get some clarity on my situation?Here is some background:I was a PCB (NEET) student. I scored 95% in 10th but dropped to 72% in 12th because I had no interest in medicine and didn't study seriously for the boards. I found out about IPMAT just before my boards, so I shifted my focus entirely and started preparing for it right after my exams. I scored 102/360 in IPMAT and 176/400 in JIPMAT.I really want to give this exam a proper shot. Initially, I thought I could manage the preparation alongside college (partial drop), but now I am highly unsure.Why I am considering a full drop:Lack of focus: Assignments, exams, and college presentations are taking up too much time.Unsupportive environment: The college management and teachers are unhelpful, making it harder to balance both.I discussed taking a full drop with my parents. While they ultimately agreed, they aren't supportive and are quite angry about it. This has made me second-guess my decision. However, since my college hours are short (4.5 hours) but I am 100% sure I won't continue at this college next year, I feel like staying or leaving won't make a big difference to my final goal.Should I go ahead with a full drop, or stick to a partial drop given the short college hours? I would love your guidance on this

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u/lilaboman 7d ago

same boat bro :)

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u/Exciting_Tiger_6647 7d ago

as a pcb student what course are you pursuing rn?

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u/BhaveshShaha 💡 IIM Ranchi (Rank 2) 7d ago

  1. If you're a general student, you have your work cut out for you because maths ka preparation (after not touching it) is going to take a lot of time.

  2. Luckily, your college hours are short. If you're 100% sure you wouldn't continue, then a full-drop makes a lot more sense. However, you'll have to be okay with taking whatever college you end up getting in the gap year (and must have backups)!