how to get hella good at geometry (27 asp)

exact same situation dudee

Since you’re a 2027 aspirant, this is honestly the perfect time to build geometry properly instead of rushing it later, as most people do. And because you’re from applied maths, don’t worry if your geometry feels weak right now; many IPMAT aspirants start from almost scratch in geometry.

The biggest things in geometry are concepts and visualisation. Don’t directly jump to hard mock questions. First, build comfort with:

• lines and angles,
• triangles,
• circles,
• polygons,
• mensuration,
• coordinate basics,
• similarity/congruency,
• and standard theorems.

Since you already have AfterBoards and may get Takshzila, that combination is honestly enough. Use lectures mainly to understand concepts and applications of theorems, then spend most of your time solving questions yourself. Geometry improves much more through repeated exposure than passive watching.

Also, maintain a separate geometry notebook for:

• theorems,
• standard results,
• diagrams,
• shortcuts,
• and questions you found tricky.

That notebook turns to gold during later revision.

For summer vacations, use them to build foundations rather than chasing mock scores too early. If possible:

• strengthen arithmetic + algebra basics,
• build geometry from scratch patiently,
• improve calculations,
• and start a consistent VA habit (RCs, vocab, and reading).

Even 5–6 disciplined hours daily during summer can create a huge advantage for 2027 prep if done consistently.

And honestly, one underrated thing: solve geometry slowly at first. Don’t obsess over speed initially. First, learn how to “see” the figure properly. Speed naturally comes later once your brain starts recognising patterns.