A PROJECT REPORT ON
PREPARATION OF ENTRANCE EXAM AND THEIR
EFFECTS ON THE MENTAL HEALTH OF ASPIRANTS
FOR
ALS PROJECT
ENGLISH CORE
2023-2024
BY
ARJIT SINGH, ADITYA VERMA, ARYAN MUNJAL, KRISH MAHAJAN, NAMAN TALWAR
XII-C
KULACHI HANSRAJ MODEL SCHOOL
ASHOK VIHAR, NEW DELHI
TABLE OF CONTENT
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION 01
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 02
DRIVING QUESTION 03
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE 04
PLANNING SHEETS 05
ESSAY 06
BUILDING UP 18
QUESTIONNAIRE 20
SURVEY REPORT 25
RESPONSE SHEET 31
EVIDENCE 37
CONCLUSION 38
REPLICATION SHEET 40
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
This is to certify that the Project Report titled Preparation of Entrance
Exam and the Effects on their Mental Health of Aspirants , English
Core is a bona fide work carried out and successfully completed by
Aryan Munjal, Krish Mahajan, Aditya, Naman Talwar and Arjit
Singh
of class XII-C of Kulachi Hansraj Model School for fulfillment of the
ALS Project work.
Principal Teacher Guide
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Acknowledgement
A project is a golden opportunity for learning and self-development. We consider
ourselves fortunate and privileged to have such wonderful mentors guide us
through the journey for the completion of the project.
We would like to earnestly acknowledge the sincere effets and valuable time given by our
Principal Ms. Sneh and respected teacher Ms. Anita Ranjan. Their valuable guidance
and feedback have helped us in completing this project..
Also we would like to mention the support system and consideration of our parents who
have always been there in our life.
Last but not the least, our friends who have always been there in our life.
Without them, we could never had completed this task.
Thanks a lot.
DRIVING QUESTION
"How does the rigorous preparation for
entrance exams impact the mental health and
overall well-being of aspirants, and what
strategies can be employed to mitigate these
effects?"
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
"In this study, we investigate the impact of exam preparation on the mental health
of aspirants, uncovering hidden challenges and amplifying #StudentVoices. Our
mission is to foster a holistic approach to support aspirants as they navigate this
critical journey."
The primary objectives of this investigation are as follows:
1) To examine the various factors contributing to the mental health challenges faced by
students during their preparation for entrance exams.
2)To assess the prevalence and severity of mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, and
depression, among aspirants.
3)To gather insights into the perspectives and coping strategies recommended by students
themselves to manage the psychological burdens associated with entrance exam
preparation.
PLANNING SHEET
GOAL "Our main goal is to help students preparing for entrance exams
feel better and less stressed. We want to understand their challenges
and find ways to make studying for exams easier on their minds. By
doing this, we hope to make exams less overwhelming and create a
more supportive learning experience for students."
1) To examine the various factors contributing to the mental health challenges
OBJECTIVES faced by students during their preparation for entrance exams.
2)To assess the prevalence and severity of mental health issues, such as stress,
anxiety, and depression, among aspirants.
3)To gather insights into the perspectives and coping strategies recommended by
students themselves to manage the psychological burdens associated with
entrance exam preparation.
TASKS:
Gather insights from students, institutions, and experts to understand challenges.
Analyze collected data to identify mental health trends and effective coping methods.
Propose evidence-based strategies to enhance the well-being of aspirants and promote a
nurturing learning environment.
TEAM: Aryan Munjal, Aditya Verma, Arjit Singh, Krish Mahajan, Naman Talwar
TOOLS: Computer/Laptop, Google Docs, Powerpoint, Videos, Google Forms, Articles
related to topic.
S.NO. Tasks Performed Date Of
Tasks By Completion
1) Title Page,Acknowledgement,Certificate of Aryan Munjal 1/11/2023
Completion,Objective,Action Plan,Driving
Question,Analysis,Evidence,Conclusion,
Editing
2) Planning Sheets,Editing,Conclusion Aditya Verma 3/11/2023
3) Bibliography,Analysis,Research Arjit Singh 4/11/2023
4) Questionnaire,Analysis,Table of Content Krish Mahajan 7/11/2023
5) Script,Essay Naman Talwar 9/11/2023
ESSAY
In today's competitive academic landscape, gaining admission to prestigious educational
institutions often requires rigorous preparation for entrance exams. While such exams serve as
gateways to promising futures, they can also exact a heavy toll on the mental health of aspiring
students. This examination delves into the multifaceted relationship between entrance exam
preparation and the well-being of these aspirants, shedding light on a critical yet frequently
overlooked issue.
The journey to excel in entrance exams demands relentless dedication, extensive study hours, and
unwavering commitment. The pressure to perform at peak levels creates an environment ripe for
stress, anxiety, and even depression. The psychological toll of exam preparation is a reality for
countless students, with mounting expectations, competition, and fear of failure constantly
looming overhead. It is crucial to recognize that these mental health challenges can have
profound and long-lasting effects on young minds.
One often underestimated aspect of entrance exam preparation is the social and emotional
isolation that students may experience. The intense study schedules and high-stakes nature of
these exams can lead to detachment from friends and family, fostering feelings of loneliness and
anxiety. The sacrifice of social interactions, coupled with the fear of falling behind in the race for
success, further exacerbates the mental health burden on aspirants.
The relentless pursuit of academic excellence places an immense burden on students. The fear of
not meeting the expectations of family, teachers, and society at large can be overwhelming. The
emphasis on securing top scores in these exams can lead to unhealthy levels of perfectionism and
self-doubt. This unrelenting pressure can create a toxic cycle, where students push themselves to
the brink in pursuit of success, often at the expense of their mental health.
Some of the primary entrance exams are:
JEE MAINS AND ADV.
JEE (Joint Entrance Exam) is a national level exam which is conducted to get into engineering colleges.
JEE occurs in two phases – JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Mode of the exam is online/computer based so
a candidate has to have knowledge of computer. JEE is one of the toughest exam globally. The difficulty
level of the exam is increasing every year and the number of candidates appearing for the exam is also
increasing every year. More than 12 lakh candidates appear every year for JEE mains out of which only
2,50,000 of students are selected for JEE advanced.
JEE was earlier known by AIEEE (ALL INDIA ENGINEERING ENTRANCE EXAM). This exam is
conducted by two authorities : NTA (national test agency) and IIT.
Nta conducts jee mains and IIT conducts jee advanced. Earlier jee mains was conducted by cbse and
about 9,00,000 students appear for thee exam out of which 7,50,000 are selected for NIT, IIIT, GFTI and
other colleges. And out of 7,50,000 students 2,50,000 students are selected to appear for jee advanced to
get admission in IIT.
JEE MAINS :
JEE-Main is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). JEE-Main has two papers, Paper-I and Paper-II.
Candidates may opt for either or both of them. Both papers contain multiple choice questions. Paper-I is for
admission to B.E./B.Tech courses and is conducted in a Computer Based Test mode. Paper-II is for admission
in B.Arch and B.Planning courses and will also be conducted in Computer Based Test mode except for one
paper, namely the 'Drawing Test' which shall be conducted in Pen and Paper mode or offline mode. From
January 2020 onwards, an additional Paper-III is being introduced for B.Planning courses separately.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, JEE-Main 2021 has a change in paper format and number of attempts. Now
there will be 20 single choice questions and 10 numerical questions out of which only five numerical questions are to be
attempted. The marking scheme is same as earlier i.e. for SCQs, +4 marks for correct answer and -1 marks for incorrect
answer and 0 marks for not answered, and for numerical type questions, +4 marks for correct and -1 marks for incorrect.
JEE-Main, unlike JEE-Advanced, has a fixed exam structure and is not subject to change every year. Up until 2018, the
JEE-Main Paper-I is of three hours duration and consists of thirty single choice questions in each of the three subjects
(physics, chemistry and maths). 4 marks are awarded for correct answers and 1 mark is deducted for incorrect answers.
Students taking this exam are usually in the age group 18-20.
JEE ADVANCED :
JEE-Advanced is conducted for entry into 23 IIT's and some other equally prestigious universities
like IISc Bangalore, IIST Thiruvananthapuram, Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy (IIPE),
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISERs), Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum
Technology (RGIPT). This exam is conducted by any one of the IIT's every year. In 2020, the
exam was conducted by IIT Delhi. In 2021, 2022, and 2023, it was conducted by IIT Kharagpur,
IIT Bombay and IIT Guwahati respectively. More than 2 lakh students become eligible to write
JEE-Advanced every year. The top 250,000 students of JEE Main qualify to appear for the
JEE-Advanced examination. In 2018, 224,000 students were appeared to take the JEE-Advanced,
a number that had gone up from 220,000 in 2017 and 200,000 in 2016.
Branches IIT offer to students who get selected in jee advanced are :
Computer Science & Engineering .
Electrical Engineering.
Biotechnology.
Civil Engineering.
Chemical Engineering.
Engineering Physics.
Mechanical Engineering.
Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering.
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering.
Aerospace Engineering
NEET UG -National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate)
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) or NEET (UG), formerly the All India
Pre-Medical Test (AIPMT), is an all India pre-medical entrance test for students who wish to pursue
undergraduate medical (MBBS), dental (BDS) and AYUSH (BAMS, BUMS, BHMS, etc.) courses in government
and private institutions in India and also, for those intending to pursue primary medical qualification abroad.
The exam is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA), which provides the results to the Directorate General
of Health Services under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and State Counselling Authorities for seat
allocation
NEET-UG replaced the All India Pre Medical Test (AIPMT) and many other pre-medical exams conducted by
states and various medical colleges. However, due to lawsuits being filed against the exam, it could not be held in
2014 and 2015.
NEET-UG is a single entrance test for admissions to MBBS and BDS colleges across India.[4] NEET UG is one
of the largest exam in India in terms of registered applicants.
After the enactment of NMC Act 2019 in September 2019, NEET-UG became the sole entrance test for
admissions to medical colleges in India including the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
and Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) which until then
conducted separate exams
NEET was initially proposed to take place from 2012 onwards. However, for several reasons, the
CBSE and Medical Council of India deferred NEET by a year. The test was announced by the
Government of India and was held for the first time on 5 May 2013 across India for students seeking
admission for both undergraduate and postgraduate medicine. On 18 July 2013, the Supreme Court
ruled in favor of 115 petitions and cancelled the NEET exam and announced that the MCI could not
interfere with the admission process done by colleges.
Exam pattern and structure
There are a total of 180 questions asked in the exam, 45 questions each from Physics, Chemistry, Botany and
Zoology. Each correct response fetches 4 marks and each incorrect response gets -1 negative marking. The
exam duration is 3 hours 20 minutes (200 min). The exam is of 720 marks (maximum marks).
Since 2021, there has been a significant alteration in the format of the question paper. The latest structure
includes two sections, i.e. A and B, in all four subjects, namely Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology.
Section A comprises 35 mandatory questions, while Section B contains 15 questions, out of which 10
questions are to be answered, leading to a total of 200 questions, with 180 questions that can be answered.
Organizing body
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has been made the nodal agency for conduct of all India competitive
exams and conducts NEET (UG) from 2019. The Central Board of Secondary Education conducted NEET
between 2013 and 2018 before the setting of NTA.
Union Public Service Commission(UPSC):
The Union Public Service Commission (ISO: Saṅgh Lōk Sēvā Āyōg), commonly
abbreviated as UPSC, is India's premier central recruitment agency for recruitment of all the
Group 'A' officers under Government of India. It is responsible for appointments to and
examinations for the Group 'A' posts of several central government establishments which
also includes the central public sector undertakings and the central autonomous bodies.
While Department of Personnel and Training is the central personnel agency in India.
The agency's charter is granted by Part XIV of the Constitution of India, titled as Services Under the Union
and the States. The commission is mandated by the Constitution for appointments to the services of the Union
and All India Services. It is also required to be consulted by the Government in matters relating to the
appointment, transfer, promotion and disciplinary matters. The commission reports directly to the President
and can advise the Government through him. Although, such advice is not binding on the Government. Being
a constitutional authority, UPSC is amongst the few institutions which function with both autonomy and
freedom, along with the country’s higher judiciary and lately the Election Commission.
The commission is headquartered at Dholpur House, in New Delhi and functions through its own secretariat.
Dr. Manoj Soni has been the Chairman of UPSC since 5 April 2022.
Established on 1 October 1926 as Public Service Commission, it was later reconstituted as Federal Public
Service Commission by the Government of India Act 1935; only to be renamed as today's Union Public
Service Commission after the independence.
HISTORY :
The Royal Commission on the superior Civil Services in India was set up under the chairmanship of Lord
Lee of Fareham by the British Government in 1923. With equal numbers of Indian and British members,
the commission submitted its report in 1924, recommending setting up of a Public Service Commission.
The Lee Commission proposed that 40% of future entrants should be British, 40% Indians directly
recruited, and 20% Indians promoted from the provincial services.
This led to the establishment of the first Public Service Commission on 1 October 1926 under the
chairmanship of Sir Ross Barker. A mere limited advisory function was granted to the Public Service
Commission and the leaders of the freedom movement continually stressed on this aspect, which then
resulted in the setting up of a Federal Public Service Commission under the Government of India Act
1935.
The Federal Public Service Commission became the Union Public Service Commission after
independence. It was given a constitutional status with under of Constitution of India on 26 January 1950.
QUESTIONNAIRE
SURVEY REPORT
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RESPONSESHEET
RESPONSE SHEET
EVIDENCES
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, this project has shed light on the intricate relationship between entrance exam
preparation and the mental health of aspirants. It has become evident that the pursuit of academic
excellence often comes at the cost of emotional well-being, a cost that, in many cases, is alarmingly
high. The mental health challenges faced by students embarking on the journey of entrance exams
are undeniable, from crippling stress and anxiety to feelings of inadequacy and fear of failure.
This report has highlighted not only the issues but also the potential solutions. It underscores the
importance of recognizing the early signs of mental health strain and taking action to address
them. It emphasizes the pivotal role that educational institutions, parents, and society at large play
in creating a supportive and nurturing environment for students.
The initiatives taken to build up mental health support systems, including counseling services, stress
management programs, and awareness campaigns, hold the promise of transforming the entrance exam
preparation landscape. These measures are not just about achieving academic success but also about
nurturing the holistic growth of young individuals.
As we move forward, it is imperative that we continue to prioritize the mental health of aspirants. The
pursuit of knowledge and academic accomplishment should not come at the cost of emotional and
psychological well-being. By recognizing the unique challenges faced by students, offering a helping hand,
and fostering a culture of empathy and support, we can pave the way for a future where the journey of
preparing for entrance exams is not just about the destination, but also about the well-being of the
travelers. In doing so, we can help ensure that the promising minds of the future are equipped not only
with knowledge but also with the resilience to thrive, both academically and emotionally.
Reflection Sheet
BIBLIOGRAPHY
● FOR BASIC INFORMATION: https://www.wikipedia.org/
WEBSITES USED FOR DEEP INFORMATION ON TOPIC ∹
● https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/
● https://nta.ac.in/
● https://www.thequint.com/
