Each subject receives a priority score built from its weight and difficulty. Difficulty is computed as 6 − proficiency.
AllocatedHoursi = EffectiveStudyHours × Priorityi / ΣPriority
EffectiveStudyHours equals total planned hours multiplied by efficiency, minus reserved mock-test hours. Spaced reviews are scheduled at 1, 3, 7, and 14 days.
- Set your exam date and weekly hours.
- Choose study days, session length, and breaks.
- Add subjects with weights and proficiency levels.
- Set mocks per week and add buffer days.
- Submit to generate an adaptive daily schedule.
- Download CSV or PDF for offline tracking.
| Subject | Weight (%) | Proficiency | Sample allocated hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Reasoning | 35 | 3 | 22.5 |
| Verbal Skills | 30 | 2 | 24.0 |
| Logic & Analysis | 25 | 3 | 16.0 |
| Writing | 10 | 4 | 7.5 |
Allocate hours with measurable priorities
A strong plan starts by converting the syllabus into comparable priorities. This planner blends subject weight with your proficiency to produce a practical focus order. Higher-weight topics receive attention, but low proficiency increases urgency. The output is a transparent hour allocation that you can defend and adjust quickly when new diagnostics arrive.
Use efficiency to match real-life constraints
Raw availability is not the same as productive study time. The efficiency setting discounts interruptions, fatigue, and context switching so your schedule stays realistic. For example, 12 hours per week at 85% efficiency yields 10.2 effective hours. This prevents overbooking and reduces missed sessions that often damage confidence before exam day.
Separate learning, practice, and correction loops
Preparation improves when study time is split into distinct loops. Learning builds concepts, practice converts concepts into speed, and correction fixes recurring errors. The mock-test block captures the “test + review” loop, and the remaining time targets mastery. A common benchmark is keeping mock time under roughly one-third of effective hours so foundations still grow.
Apply spaced reviews to reduce forgetting
Forgetting rises steeply after first exposure, so short reviews should occur soon and then widen over time. The planner schedules reviews at 1, 3, 7, and 14 days after a study block. These reviews are shorter than the original session, but they protect recall, improve retrieval speed, and make later mock analysis more meaningful because mistakes reflect gaps, not memory decay.
Track progress with leading indicators
Score targets are achieved through weekly indicators: completed sessions, corrected questions, and stable timing per section. Use the CSV or PDF export to mark completion and note weak subtopics. If you miss two sessions in a week, reduce session length or increase study days rather than cramming. Consistency compounds, and small adjustments keep momentum steady until the final revision window.
FAQs
1) How should I set subject weights?
Use the exam blueprint if available. Otherwise, estimate by question share or scoring impact. If you are unsure, start evenly, run one diagnostic, then revise weights using your weakest sections and highest-yield topics.
2) What does proficiency mean in this planner?
Proficiency is your confidence level from 1 to 5. Choose 1 for frequent errors and slow timing, and 5 for reliable accuracy under time pressure. Update it after each mock or focused practice set.
3) Why do I need buffer days?
Buffer days absorb unexpected events and protect the last revision phase. They also reduce stress because your plan can slip slightly without collapsing. A typical range is 1–3 days for a month-long horizon.
4) How many mock tests should I schedule?
Start with one per week if you have time to review thoroughly. Increase only when fundamentals are stable and corrections are improving. Too many mocks without review can repeat the same mistakes and waste hours.
5) What if my weekly hours change mid-plan?
Re-run the planner with your new hours and keep the same exam date. The allocation will rebalance subjects and mock time automatically. Small changes are normal; the key is preserving a steady weekly rhythm.
6) How do spaced reviews fit into busy days?
Reviews are short by design. If time is tight, complete the review first, then shorten the new study block. This protects memory and keeps progress stable. You can also reduce break time slightly on high-load days.