5 CBSE Exam Day Hacks to Reduce Stress & Improve Performance

Introduction

Exam stress affects 70% of CBSE students. These science-backed hacks will calm nerves and boost scores.

Section 1: Pre-Exam Strategies

1. Sleep Cycle Fix: 7-8 hours sleep for 3 days before exams (memory retention ↑ by 40%)
2. Brain Foods: Almonds/dark chocolate (30g/day) improve focus

Section 2: During the Exam

• Time Split:
  • MCQs: 15 mins
  • 2-markers: 30 mins
  • 5-markers: 45 mins
• Answer Presentation:
  • Underline keywords (Examiners scan 15 sec/answer)
  • Diagrams = 20% extra marks

Section 3: Parental Support

• Do’s: Provide healthy snacks, avoid “Did you study?”
• Don’ts: Compare with siblings/peers (triggers anxiety)

Section 4: Emergency Fixes

• Blank mind? Try 4-7-8 breathing (inhale 4 sec, hold 7, exhale 8)
• Can’t recall? Jump to next Q, brain will auto-process

Conclusion

Exams test preparation + mindset. Use these hacks to stay cool and score higher!