What should you do after your prelims?

I understand this is such a weird phase because the uncertainty is tough to bear. Everyone will have their own thoughts around it, some of you would have checked the answer keys, some would not have and some would be doing all permutations and combinations around it. Although this year the amount of ambiguity in the questions and answers is less than 2023, you can't just trust on the answer keys by the institutes.

So, if you are sure you would be making through Pre or you are in that uncertain zone, please start preparing for Mains in a day or two.

If you think you are definitely not making it through and you know you will give yourself another attempt, then take a small break but restart. Karna Toh Hai Hi, Hona Toh Hai Hi. Bas you would need more patience and perseverance.

Inspite of the fact that how Pre went, honestly no one can predict the cut offs, give yourself a pat on the back, be happy and treat yourself something good. Or meet that friend you haven't been or spend sometime with family.

Then, gear up for Mains! I was planning to have some interactions here or on Zoom/etc and discuss solely about Mains and answer if there are any queries. Have to figure out the timings and logistics.

Give it your all for Mains. Make yourself interview proof.

I haven't practised what I just preached. But since I had done this mistake of waiting for the results and then start, I understand how difficult it gets. Especially if you have thousand other things to look after. If anyone just wants a weekend trip, I had gone on a solo trip to Chakrata, Uttarakhand. Beautiful place. But honestly abhi padhlo, Mains ke baad jyada time milega for breaks and trips.

TLDR: Start preparing for Mains, no matter whatever you are scoring as per Answer Keys.