{"id":47483,"date":"2025-07-26T12:44:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-26T07:14:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=47483"},"modified":"2025-07-26T17:45:39","modified_gmt":"2025-07-26T12:15:39","slug":"how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get IIT in Drop Year?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Taking a drop of one year to prepare for JEE is a tough decision to make and many aspirants face this situation of dropping a year which is overwhelming and stressful. However, such a decision has proven to be successful for any aspirants over the years. If you are one such aspirant who chose to give an extra year for your preparation, this article will help you navigate your preparation journey and avoid the mistakes that are common among those who choose to get IIT in drop year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are one such aspirant who chose to give an extra year to your preparation journey then this article will navigate your preparation journey and avoid the mistakes that are common among those who chose to get into IIT in their drop year. This article also gives you some tips and tricks that have helped past aspirants make post of their drop year and increased their chances of getting into IIT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#How_to_Get_IIT_in_Drop_Year\" >How to Get IIT in Drop Year?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Focus_on_Clarity\" >Focus on Clarity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Focus_on_the_First_3_Months\" >Focus on the First 3 Months<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Identify_and_Work_on_Your_Weaknesses\" >Identify and Work on Your Weaknesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Identify_Your_Mistakes\" >Identify Your Mistakes&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Top_IITs_Placements_and_Fees\" >Top IITs Placements and Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Focus_on_One_Teacher_%E2%80%93_Enrol_in_the_Jeet_Online_Premium_Batch\" >Focus on One Teacher &#8211; Enrol in the Jeet Online Premium Batch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Is_taking_a_drop_year_for_JEE_worth_it\" >Is taking a drop year for JEE worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#Do_IITs_or_recruiters_consider_drop_years_during_placements\" >Do IITs or recruiters consider drop years during placements?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#How_should_I_plan_my_drop_year_for_IIT_JEE\" >How should I plan my drop year for IIT JEE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\/#What_are_the_chances_of_getting_into_IIT_after_a_drop_year\" >What are the chances of getting into IIT after a drop year?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-iit-in-drop-year\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_IIT_in_Drop_Year\"><\/span><strong>How to Get IIT in Drop Year?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are few aspects that you need to consider if you choose to get into IIT in drop year:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focus-on-clarity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_Clarity\"><\/span><strong>Focus on Clarity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary step that you need to take when preparing is to decide how you wish to study. There are three best options to choose from &#8211; self-study, online coaching and offline coaching. Each has its own merits and is effective but the best performance comes from only the way that best suits your preparation style. Let\u2019s get into detail on each of this style of studying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Self Study<\/strong>: Studying on your own requires discipline and good hold on the basic concepts of the subjects. Having these advantages will give you the flexibility to control your learning pace and focus on areas that need improvement. Self-study also invites a lot of distractions, therefore, you need the right planning and the needed motivation to continue with your preparation. You should have a well structured and confident plan when opting for this route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/L461gvA8gQO9XTUEpJ6pHM?mode=ac_t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group.png\" alt=\"IIT Preparation\" class=\"wp-image-34709\" title=\"IIT-JEE Prep Group\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group.png 1600w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-300x47.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-1024x159.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-768x119.png 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-1536x238.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-150x23.png 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-696x108.png 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-1068x166.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong><mark>Join this free JEE Prep Group to Get Free Study Material, Preparation Strategy by Toppers, Latest Updates and More!<\/mark><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Online Coaching:<\/strong> With growing competition and high cutoffs, the need to focus and consistency in your preparation cannot be compromised. Online coaching from expert mentors from top institutes in Kota and ex-IITians are growing in demand among aspirants. The positive aspects of online coaching is that it gives you flexibility and quality teaching. However, one aspect that can be a drawback is that you will not be able to interact with your mentor directly. Therefore, if you are looking for online coaching, try opting for enrolling in coaching that has smaller batches that will allow you to engage with your mentors more closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Offline Coaching:<\/strong> With a pool of coaching institutes offering offline classes, finding the right coaching is a hurdle in itself. Enrolling on the sole basis of brand name doesn&#8217;t guarantee you a mentor that contributes positively in your preparation journey. But, offline classes have their own set of benefits. It allows you to interact with your instructors directly. If you are opting for this option, research is paramount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong><strong>What Option to Choose?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take into consideration two important aspects before taking this decision. Remember your choice will reflect on how you perform in IIT JEE, to some extent. The factors to consider are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Your learning style&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The strength of your discipline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focus-on-the-first-3-months\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_the_First_3_Months\"><\/span><strong>Focus on the First 3 Months<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first three months of your drop year are crucial. This period can either make or break your journey. This is the period where you need to be more strategic with your approach. But, how did you do it? Here\u2019s the answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>List out What You Already Know:<\/strong> There is no need to waste your time studying the topics that you know well. Instead you need to focus on your weak chapters or topics that you struggle with. This approach will help you make the most of your time beneficially.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Practice, Practice and Practice:<\/strong> The code to crack IIT JEE is practice. Many aspirants focus more on completing the syllabus as a result they get very less time for practicing what has been learnt so far. Practicing is the best form of revision. This habit should be incorporated from day one. Start solving problems regularly. Start with simpler questions and gradually move towards practicing the tougher questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Break-up with Distractions:<\/strong> Distractions are like that tempting slice of cake, you know it&#8217;s short-lived pleasure, but it crashes your streak of disciplined choices in a heartbeat. Similarly, it&#8217;s easy to get distracted as you spend more time at home in your drop year. Sticking to your plan helps you keep distractions at bay giving you a better chance of scoring the highest mark in IIT JEE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-identify-and-work-on-your-weaknesses\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Identify_and_Work_on_Your_Weaknesses\"><\/span><strong>Identify and Work on Your Weaknesses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mock tests are an essential part of your preparation. Don\u2019t wait until you\u2019ve completed the syllabus to start them. In fact, start taking mock tests as soon as possible to get a reality check on where you stand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Analyze Your Mock Tests<\/strong>: It\u2019s important to go beyond just taking mock tests. After each one, spend time analyzing your mistakes and weaknesses. This will help you understand which areas need improvement and how to adjust your strategy.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work on High-Weightage Topics<\/strong>: Some topics, like Modern Physics, have high weightage in the exam. Make sure you focus on them early in your preparation. If you\u2019re enrolled in an online batch, ensure these topics are covered early on, or learn them from other resources if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-identify-your-mistakes-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Identify_Your_Mistakes\"><\/span><strong>Identify Your Mistakes&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The drop year should not be a year where you repeat your mistakes. There is no point keeping yourself in the dark. Take out some time and list down all your mistakes that kept you away from clearing JEE in the first attempt. Fixing these mistakes should be your first priority in your drop year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/L461gvA8gQO9XTUEpJ6pHM?mode=ac_t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group.png\" alt=\"IIT Preparation\" class=\"wp-image-34709\" title=\"IIT-JEE Prep Group\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group.png 1600w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-300x47.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-1024x159.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-768x119.png 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-1536x238.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-150x23.png 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-696x108.png 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Join-IPMAT-Prep-Group-1068x166.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong><mark>Join this free JEE Prep Group to Get Free Study Material, Preparation Strategy by Toppers, Latest Updates and More!<\/mark><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-top-iits-placements-and-fees\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_IITs_Placements_and_Fees\"><\/span><strong>Top IITs Placements and Fees<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>IITs Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Avg. Package (2024)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Highest Package<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>B.Tech Fees (Total)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Top Recruiters<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Bombay<\/td><td>21 LPA<\/td><td>3.67 Cr (International)<\/td><td>8.7 Lakhs<\/td><td>Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Delhi<\/td><td>19.7 LPA<\/td><td>2.5 Cr (International)<\/td><td>8.5 Lakhs<\/td><td>BCG, Apple, Uber<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Madras<\/td><td>18 LPA<\/td><td>1.3 Cr<\/td><td>8.2 Lakhs<\/td><td>McKinsey, Qualcomm, Flipkart<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Kanpur<\/td><td>17.5 LPA<\/td><td>1.9 Cr<\/td><td>8.3 Lakhs<\/td><td>Intel, Nvidia, JPMorgan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Kharagpur<\/td><td>16.7 LPA<\/td><td>2.6 Cr<\/td><td>8.5 Lakhs<\/td><td>Samsung, PwC, IBM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Roorkee<\/td><td>16 LPA<\/td><td>1.3 Cr<\/td><td>8.0 Lakhs<\/td><td>Schlumberger, Amazon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IIT Guwahati<\/td><td>14 LPA<\/td><td>1.2 Cr<\/td><td>7.9 Lakhs<\/td><td>Adobe, Oracle, Zomato<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"youtube-embed\" data-video_id=\"2_-Rqn58sy0\"><iframe title=\"How to get IIT in Drop year ? JEE 2026 | Dropper Strategy &amp; IIT Motivation\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2_-Rqn58sy0?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focus-on-one-teacher-enrol-in-the-jeet-online-premium-batch\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_One_Teacher_%E2%80%93_Enrol_in_the_Jeet_Online_Premium_Batch\"><\/span><strong>Focus on One Teacher &#8211; Enrol in the Jeet Online Premium Batch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to get all the above points in one plate and maximize your preparation, Jeet Batch JEE 2026 by iQuanta \u00d7 ATP Star is the perfect course for you. Enrolling these batches will give you personalised support due to its limited batch size, experienced teachers who are IITians, 24\/7 doubt solving assistance along with early bird benefits for those who enroll early. To join, simply fill out the form in the description, and our team will reach out to you soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the flagship features of the batch are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For Physics:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>300+ hours of Live Interactive Sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>450+ Recorded Videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100+ Daily Practice Problems with video solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For Chemistry:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>350+ hours of Live Interactive Sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>400+ Recorded Videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>120+ DPPs with video solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For Mathematics:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>400+ hours of Live Interactive Sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>450+ Recorded Videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150+ DPPs with video solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mock Tests:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>250+ Topic-Wise Mocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30+ Full Mocks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For mock tests, you can use apps like <strong>ATP Star<\/strong> for free, time-bound practice and chapter-wise mock tests to track your performance. Regular mock tests will help you get used to the pressure of the actual exam and help you manage your time better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the key to success in your drop year is focus and consistency. Stick to one teacher or a coaching team and avoid jumping between multiple resources. It\u2019s easy to get lost in the sea of free YouTube videos or other online resources, but sticking to a solid strategy is what will get you results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your drop year is a second chance, make it count! Don\u2019t let fear hold you back. Take charge of your preparation today. If you\u2019re ready to give your best, enroll in the Jeet Online Premium Batch and start your journey with the right guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/details\/iit-jee-2026-full-course\"><strong>Click Here to Enroll to JEE 2026 Course!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/details\/iit-jee-2026-full-course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-420x420.jpeg 420w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-696x696.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM-1068x1068.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-03-at-9.37.41-AM.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-taking-a-drop-year-for-jee-worth-it\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_taking_a_drop_year_for_JEE_worth_it\"><\/span><strong>Is taking a drop year for JEE worth it?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, taking a drop year for JEE worth it if you will spent your time wisely because many toppers take a drop to improve their rank or get into top branches like Computer Science in IITs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-iits-or-recruiters-consider-drop-years-during-placements\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_IITs_or_recruiters_consider_drop_years_during_placements\"><\/span><strong>Do IITs or recruiters consider drop years during placements?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, drop years are not a disadvantage in IIT placements. 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