30-Day Study Plan to Crack SSLC Onam Exam 2025–26: Score More with Smart Preparation

Your Countdown to Success Starts Now

As the academic year 2025–26 begins under Kerala’s revised SSLC syllabus, students across the state are preparing for the first major milestone, the Onam Exam. Unlike previous years, the updated syllabus and approach demand smart preparation strategies, not just hard work.

That’s where a focused 30-day study plan becomes your ultimate tool. Whether you’re worried about completing chapters, managing time, or dealing with exam anxiety, this blog will guide you with a structured path to help you score high with confidence.

Understanding the Onam Exam 2025–26 Under the New SSLC Syllabus

The Kerala SCERT has revamped the SSLC curriculum with a stronger focus on:

• NCERT-aligned concepts
• Application-based questions
• Subject integration and real-life relevance
• Reduced repetition and more competency-based evaluation

This means your preparation should be based on concept clarity, chapter prioritization, and daily revision.

Why a 30-Day Plan Is Effective

Rather than cramming or last-minute stress, a 30-day plan:

• Breaks your syllabus into manageable blocks
• Includes built-in revision and practice time
• Helps track progress and correct weak areas
• Builds consistency, a key to academic success

Let’s now break down this plan phase by phase.

Week 1: Understand and Organize (Days 1–7)

Goal: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus, textbooks, and exam pattern.

Subjects to Focus:

• Maths: Real Numbers, Polynomials
• Science: Physics (Motion), Chemistry (Elements)
• Malayalam: Prose + Grammar fundamentals
• English: Reading comprehension & essay writing
• Social Science: History – Freedom Struggle

What to Do:

• Download the updated syllabus from the SCERT Kerala portal
• Use a printable 30-day planner (download one from www.new10s.in)
• Divide chapters into high, medium, and low priority based on weightage
• Start light revision and highlight difficult areas
• Allocate 6 hours per day for study (with short breaks every 40–50 mins)

Tip: Spend time watching YouTube explainer videos on tough concepts (like Physics motion or Social timelines) for visual learning.

Week 2: Core Study Begins (Days 8–14)

Goal: Deep dive into key chapters, practice problems, and attempt short tests.

Study Plan:

• Maths: Algebra (Linear equations), Geometry
• Science: Chemistry (Acids & Bases), Biology (Life processes)
• English: Active/passive voice, informal letter writing
• Malayalam: Poetry, sentence transformation
• Social Science: Geography + Civics (Democracy, Government roles)

Action Steps:

• Solve 10–15 questions daily from each subject
• Write short summaries after reading each topic
• Start your first weekly test 1-hour practice per subject
• Join a peer study group (WhatsApp or Telegram) to exchange questions and notes

Key Resource: Use previous Onam exam papers (available on new10s.in) to test your understanding.

Week 3: Practice and Test (Days 15–21)

Goal: Build exam speed, improve accuracy, and fix problem areas.

Focus Areas:

• Maths: Mensuration, Statistics
• Science: Electricity, Magnetism
• English & Malayalam: Essay writing, grammar practice
• Social Science: Full map revision + current affairs

Schedule:

• Morning: One full subject test (90 mins)
• Afternoon: Practice worksheet on weak areas
• Evening: Quick revision flashcards (formulas, grammar rules)

Use Model Exams: Practice 3–4 model exam papers with a timer. Simulate real exam conditions, no distractions, no pauses.

 Self-Check: Use a checklist to mark the chapters you’ve mastered and identify areas that need more focus.

Week 4: Revision & Exam Readiness (Days 22–30)

Goal: Strengthen recall, reduce exam fear, and boost confidence.

Strategy:

• Revisit all summaries and key points from Weeks 1–3
• Create a formula bank and flashcard deck for last-minute prep
• Practice 2 full-length Onam exam papers one each on Day 26 & 28
• Revise diagrams, grammar formats, essay outlines, and map markings

Quick Tips:

• Don’t try to learn new chapters in the last 5 days
• Practice writing neat, well-structured answers (you’ll earn more marks!)
• Ensure you sleep well and maintain a healthy routine

Daily Study Routine Example:

Time	Activity
6:30 AM – 7:30 AM	Light revision & planning
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Subject 1 (e.g., Maths) full chapter study
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM	Subject 2 (e.g., English) writing practice
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM	Subject 3 (e.g., Science) concept revision
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM	Subject 4 (e.g., Social Science) map work
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM	Review mistakes + MCQs from www.new10s.in

Tools That Help Your Preparation

• www.new10s.in – Daily tests, downloadable worksheets, Kerala syllabus updates
• SCERT Kerala App – Official textbooks and model papers
• Quizlet/Anki – Create flashcards for quick revision
• Google Docs/Sheets – Track your chapter-wise progress

Conclusion: Stay Positive, Stay Consistent

The Onam Exam is your first big opportunity to shine in Class 10. With the new SSLC 2025–26 syllabus, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But with a 30-day study plan, you’re not just preparing  your strategically mastering the art of smart study.

Stay focused, revise regularly, write practice exams, and trust yourself. You’re not alone in this journey  platforms like www.new10s.in are here to support you with resources, updates, and confidence-building tools.

You have 30 days  use them wisely, and success will be yours. All the best!