Step-by-Step History Preparation Plan for Competitive Exams 2026

Know the Syllabus & Exam Pattern – Ancient, Medieval, Modern, World History, Art & Culture.

Study Materials – NCERTs (6–12), Bipan Chandra, Satish Chandra, Spectrum (Modern India), Norman Lowe (World History).

Make a Timeline – Ancient → Medieval → Modern → World History.

Notes & Mindmaps – Key dates, events, dynasties, battles, art & culture.

Practice Questions – NCERT exercises, previous year papers, online quizzes.

Revision – Weekly, monthly, and final revision with flashcards and timelines.

Link History to Current Affairs – Relate past events to modern issues.

Self-Evaluation – Take mock tests, identify weak areas, and adjust study plan.

Focus on concepts, chronology, and frequent revision for best results.