Ideally the preparation for NET/JRF exam should start three months before the exam, but that means you must stick to a particular schedule/routine for preparation. If you are appearing in the month of December, then I would suggest to start in the month of September.
You must study the syllabus for all the papers (I, II and III) from the point of view of the examiners or paper setters. Suppose you were asked to prepare questions based on this syllabus what would you ask. This will get you in the right frame of mind to understand what you should pay more attention to.
Download all the old previous years' question papers from UGC's website i.e., http://www.ugc.ac.in and try to solve all the papers as much as you can. This is one of the best strategies to be well prepared. While trying to solve these you must get in to the details ( theory part) as soon as you come across a question.
If you are very determined for appearing the exam, then try to co-relate the questions (II & III Paper) from the theory part of your masters degree syllabus. Remember, it doesn’t matter how much percentage or position that your university awards you, rather a JRF Certificate or a NET for Lectureship Certificate would really MATTER. So devote as much time as possible to get in to the subjects & concepts.
Knowing the syllabus is very important to identify the sections which are more relevant /suitable for preparing multiple choice questions.
Improve your speed in multiple choice questions by taking mock tests at your home.
You will have to read, read and read. Jot down points of all that you read. Prepare mind-maps for easy revision and clear the ideas.
You need to develop a mature understanding of your subject through serious reading, deeper
level of understanding for securing high score in II and III paper.
