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Updated 2026-04-02 · 2026 Edition

NABTEB 1-Year Plan

A complete 365-day plan covering 75 highest-weightage topics — prioritised by subject weight, not alphabet. No signup, no fees.

Days
365
Topics
75
Subjects
5
Phases
4
Long-horizon mastery a from-scratch concept pass, two depth passes, and a months-long mock campaign

How to actually use your 365 days

A year to build from the ground up: deep concepts, multiple passes, and a long mock campaign.

Daily study
2–3 hours
New topics / day
≈ 0.21
Approach
a from-scratch concept pass, two depth passes, and a months-long mock campaign

This 1-year plan gives you 365 days to work through 75 weighted NABTEB topics across 5 subjects — roughly 0.21 new topics a day at 2–3 hours of focused study. That light daily load is sustainable for a full year without burning out — consistency beats intensity over this long.

NABTEB marks are not spread evenly across subjects. Mathematics, Physics, and Biology carry the heaviest weightage in recent papers, so this plan front-loads them — so the early months build deep fluency in them while there is time to spare. Cut nothing. Over a year, low-weight topics are exactly where you build the edge most candidates never reach — depth compounds at this length.

A full year means you are not preparing for NABTEB so much as mastering it — building every one of the 75 topics from first principles, including the low-weight ones that separate top ranks from safe passes. The year-long failure mode is silent drift — early months feel relaxed, then the second half panics. Run monthly self-tests so a slipping schedule shows up early.

What to prioritise & cut

Cut nothing. Over a year, low-weight topics are exactly where you build the edge most candidates never reach — depth compounds at this length.

Mock tests & revision

Light topic tests in the first months, monthly full-length mocks from the midpoint, shifting to weekly in the final 10–12 weeks. Revisit your error log on a spaced schedule throughout.

Weekly rhythm

Quarter-by-quarter: foundations, depth and problem-solving, full-syllabus revision, then a mock-and-fine-tuning quarter. Re-touch every subject at least three times.

Phase-by-phase plan

52 weeks total

A 365-day plan only works when you sequence it. Here is how the 1-Year Plan breaks down — foundation, depth, then mocks.

  1. 1

    Foundation Q1

    12 weeks

    Concept pass + textbook coverage

    NCERT/standard-text mastery
    Topic-wise notes
    Concept tests
  2. 2

    Advanced Q2

    12 weeks

    Higher-difficulty material, problem journals

    Reference book problems
    Topic-wise journals
    Weak-area drill
  3. 3

    Practice Q3

    14 weeks

    PYQs + topic-wise mocks

    Last 10 years PYQs
    Topic-mock cycles
    Error log
  4. 4

    Mocks + revision Q4

    14 weeks

    Weekly full-length mocks + final revision

    12+ mocks
    Final cheatsheets
    Last-mile drill

Week-by-week schedule

Week Days Topics covered
1 1–7 English Language: Reading Comprehension (w5)Mathematics: Algebra: Expressions and Equations (w5)
2 8–14 Physics: Kinematics and Graphical Analysis (w5)Chemistry: Atomic Structure and Bonding (w5)
3 15–21 Biology: Cell Structure and Functions (w5)English Language: Vocabulary and Usage (w4)
4 22–28 Mathematics: Geometry: Angles and Triangles (w5)Physics: Newton's Laws of Motion (w5)
5 29–35 Chemistry: Stoichiometry (w5)Biology: Enzymes and Metabolism (w5)
6 36–42 English Language: Grammar: Tenses and Agreement (w4)Mathematics: Trigonometry: Ratios and Graphs (w5)
7 43–49 Physics: Work, Energy and Power (w5)Chemistry: Acids, Bases and Salts (w5)
8 50–56 Biology: Respiration and Gaseous Exchange (w5)English Language: Sentence Structure (w4)
9 57–63 Mathematics: Calculus: Differentiation (w5)Physics: Light: Reflection and Refraction (w5)
10 64–70 Chemistry: Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons (w5)Biology: Transport in Living Things (w5)
11 71–77 English Language: Paragraph and Essay Writing (w4)Mathematics: Calculus: Integration (w5)
12 78–84 Physics: Electrostatics and Capacitors (w5)Chemistry: Periodic Table (w4)
13 85–91 Biology: Genetics (w5)English Language: Lexis and Structure (w4)
14 92–98 Mathematics: Number Systems and Bases (w4)Physics: Electric Current and Circuits (w5)
15 99–105 Chemistry: States of Matter and Gas Laws (w4)Biology: Cell Division (w4)
16 106–112 English Language: Summary Writing (w4)Mathematics: Fractions, Decimals and Percentages (w4)
17 113–119 Physics: Heat and Temperature (w4)Chemistry: Thermochemistry (w4)
18 120–126 Biology: Nutrition (w4)English Language: Comprehension: Inference (w4)
19 127–133 Mathematics: Indices and Logarithms (w4)Physics: Waves and Sound (w4)
20 134–140 Chemistry: Chemical Equilibrium (w4)Biology: Excretion and Homeostasis (w4)
21 141–147 English Language: Active and Passive Voice (w3)Mathematics: Quadratic Equations (w4)
22 148–154 Physics: Optical Instruments (w4)Chemistry: Electrochemistry (w4)
23 155–161 Biology: Coordination and Nervous System (w4)English Language: Direct and Indirect Speech (w3)
24 162–168 Mathematics: Simultaneous Equations (w4)Physics: Magnetic Field and Electromagnetism (w4)
25 169–175 Chemistry: Alcohols and Carboxylic Acids (w4)Biology: Reproduction (w4)
26 176–182 English Language: Letter Writing (w3)Mathematics: Circle Theorems (w4)
27 183–189 Physics: Electromagnetic Induction (w4)Chemistry: Aldehydes, Ketones and Esters (w4)
28 190–196 Biology: Variation and Evolution (w4)English Language: Prepositions and Conjunctions (w3)
29 197–203 Mathematics: Coordinate Geometry (w4)Physics: Photoelectric Effect and Atomic Physics (w4)
30 204–210 Chemistry: Chemical Kinetics (w4)Biology: Ecology and Ecosystems (w4)
31 211–217 English Language: Idioms and Figurative Expressions (w3)Mathematics: Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode (w4)
32 218–224 Physics: Radioactivity and Nuclear Physics (w4)Chemistry: Amines and Polymers (w3)
33 225–231 Biology: Biotechnology (w4)English Language: Pronouns and Antecedent Agreement (w3)
34 232–238 Mathematics: Probability (w4)Physics: Simple Harmonic Motion (w4)
35 239–245 Chemistry: Separation Techniques (w3)Biology: Growth and Development (w3)
36 246–252 English Language: Business Correspondence Basics (w3)Mathematics: Mensuration: Areas and Volumes (w4)
37 253–259 Physics: Measurements and Units (w3)Chemistry: Environmental Chemistry (w3)
38 260–266 Biology: Human Health and Disease (w3)

Subject-wise topic split

Each topic shows its weightage (1–5 dots) and the concepts you'll cover. Higher-weight topics appear first.

English Language

15 topics
  • Reading Comprehension ●●●●●

    Understanding and interpreting written passages, answering inference and literal questions from diverse text types.

  • Vocabulary and Usage ●●●●○

    Building word power through context clues, word formation, and appropriate usage in sentences.

  • Grammar: Tenses and Agreement ●●●●○

    Mastering verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, and their correct application in speech and writing.

  • Sentence Structure ●●●●○

    Learning sentence elements, clause types, and constructing grammatically correct and varied sentences.

  • Paragraph and Essay Writing ●●●●○

    Developing organized, coherent paragraphs and full essays with clear thesis, supporting details, and conclusion.

  • Lexis and Structure ●●●●○

    Studying word combinations, collocations, and structural patterns typical in English examinations.

  • Summary Writing ●●●●○

    Condensing longer passages into brief, objective summaries capturing only the essential points.

  • Comprehension: Inference ●●●●○

    Drawing logical conclusions and making inferences from texts that are not explicitly stated.

  • + 7 more topics on the full roadmap →

Mathematics

15 topics
  • Algebra: Expressions and Equations ●●●●●

    Manipulating algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, and using algebra to model technical problems.

  • Geometry: Angles and Triangles ●●●●●

    Studying properties of angles, triangles, polygons, and applying geometry to technical drawings and measurements.

  • Trigonometry: Ratios and Graphs ●●●●●

    Using sine, cosine, and tangent ratios to solve right-angle problems and interpreting trigonometric graphs.

  • Calculus: Differentiation ●●●●●

    Finding derivatives of functions, understanding rates of change, and applying differentiation to practical problems.

  • Calculus: Integration ●●●●●

    Integrating functions to find areas under curves and solving problems involving accumulation.

  • Number Systems and Bases ●●●●○

    Working with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and different number bases used in technical trade calculations.

  • Fractions, Decimals and Percentages ●●●●○

    Performing arithmetic operations with fractions and decimals and solving percentage problems in practical contexts.

  • Indices and Logarithms ●●●●○

    Applying laws of indices and logarithms to simplify calculations involving powers and exponential relationships.

  • + 7 more topics on the full roadmap →

Physics

15 topics
  • Kinematics and Graphical Analysis ●●●●●

    Describing motion using displacement, velocity, and acceleration; interpreting motion graphs in technical contexts.

  • Newton's Laws of Motion ●●●●●

    Applying the three laws of motion to solve problems involving forces, inertia, and equilibrium in machines.

  • Work, Energy and Power ●●●●●

    Calculating work done, kinetic and potential energy, and power output for machines and engines.

  • Light: Reflection and Refraction ●●●●●

    Understanding laws of reflection and refraction, critical angle, and applications in optical devices.

  • Electrostatics and Capacitors ●●●●●

    Understanding electric charges, fields, Coulomb's law, and the function of capacitors in circuits.

  • Electric Current and Circuits ●●●●●

    Analysing series and parallel circuits, applying Ohm's law, and understanding domestic wiring principles.

  • Heat and Temperature ●●●●○

    Understanding heat transfer, specific heat capacity, and thermal expansion in workshop and manufacturing contexts.

  • Waves and Sound ●●●●○

    Studying wave properties, sound propagation, resonance, and their applications in communication systems.

  • + 7 more topics on the full roadmap →

Chemistry

15 topics
  • Atomic Structure and Bonding ●●●●●

    Understanding electron configuration, ionic, covalent, and metallic bonding in materials used in trades.

  • Stoichiometry ●●●●●

    Calculating reactants and products in chemical reactions using balanced equations and mole concepts.

  • Acids, Bases and Salts ●●●●●

    Understanding acid-base theories, pH calculations, salt hydrolysis, and neutralisation in practical applications.

  • Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons ●●●●●

    Studying alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, their properties, reactions, and applications in fuels and polymers.

  • Periodic Table ●●●●○

    Using the periodic table to predict chemical properties of elements and their compounds in technical processes.

  • States of Matter and Gas Laws ●●●●○

    Applying Boyle's, Charles's, and ideal gas laws to solve problems involving gases in chemical processes.

  • Thermochemistry ●●●●○

    Understanding exothermic and endothermic reactions, enthalpy changes, and heat calculations in chemical reactions.

  • Chemical Equilibrium ●●●●○

    Studying reversible reactions, Le Chatelier's principle, and factors affecting equilibrium in industrial processes.

  • + 7 more topics on the full roadmap →

Biology

15 topics
  • Cell Structure and Functions ●●●●●

    Studying plant and animal cell organelles, their functions, and differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

  • Enzymes and Metabolism ●●●●●

    Learning enzyme structure, function, factors affecting enzyme activity, and metabolic pathways in living organisms.

  • Respiration and Gaseous Exchange ●●●●●

    Understanding aerobic and anaerobic respiration, gas exchange mechanisms, and respiratory structures in organisms.

  • Transport in Living Things ●●●●●

    Studying circulatory systems, blood composition, transport in plants through xylem and phloem.

  • Genetics ●●●●●

    Understanding Mendel's laws, DNA structure, genetic crosses, inheritance patterns, and genetic disorders.

  • Cell Division ●●●●○

    Understanding mitosis and meiosis, their stages, significance, and role in growth and reproduction.

  • Nutrition ●●●●○

    Studying nutrients, balanced diet, digestive systems, and food tests essential for health and wellbeing.

  • Excretion and Homeostasis ●●●●○

    Understanding waste removal mechanisms, kidney function, and how organisms maintain internal balance.

  • + 7 more topics on the full roadmap →

Why a 365-day plan beats a 1,200-page prep book

DimensionTypical NABTEB bookThis 1-Year Plan
Time to startHours of reading before any study startsSeconds — plan is already here
PersonalisationOne-size-fits-allFits exactly your 365 days
FreshnessPrinted months agoUpdated for the 2026 cycle · verified 2026-04-02
Weightage signalAuthor guessDerived from last 5 years' papers
Cost₹500–2,500₹0
Sign-up requiredOften (with a trial trap)None

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NABTEB 1-Year Plan — common questions

Is 365 days enough to prepare for NABTEB? +

A full year means you are not preparing for NABTEB so much as mastering it — building every one of the 75 topics from first principles, including the low-weight ones that separate top ranks from safe passes. The honest answer depends on your starting point, but this 1-year plan is built to get the most from the time you have: a year to build from the ground up: deep concepts, multiple passes, and a long mock campaign.

How many hours a day does this NABTEB 1-year plan need? +

Plan for 2–3 hours of focused study, covering about 0.21 new topics a day. Quarter-by-quarter: foundations, depth and problem-solving, full-syllabus revision, then a mock-and-fine-tuning quarter. Re-touch every subject at least three times.

What should I skip if I am short on time? +

Cut nothing. Over a year, low-weight topics are exactly where you build the edge most candidates never reach — depth compounds at this length.

When should I start mock tests on this plan? +

Light topic tests in the first months, monthly full-length mocks from the midpoint, shifting to weekly in the final 10–12 weeks. Revisit your error log on a spaced schedule throughout.

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