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title: How to Make a Study Timetable That Works | StudyTracker
url: https://studytracker.co.in/blog/how-to-make-a-study-timetable
author: Ishwar Gariya, founder of StudyTracker, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
updated: 2026-10-12
summary: A simple 6-step way to build a study timetable you can follow. List subjects, spot weak topics, block time, leave gaps and review each week.
---

# How to Make a Study Timetable That Actually Works

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IG Written by [Ishwar Gariya](https://studytracker.co.in/founder), founder of StudyTracker, Rajkot, Gujarat · 6 min read · Published 12 October 2026

Most timetables fall apart by day three. They're made for an imaginary student with endless energy. Here's a way to plan for a real week.

## Short answer

To make a study timetable, **list your subjects and exam dates, mark each topic weak, medium or strong, set fixed daily slots, give weak topics more time, leave some free gaps, and review the plan every Sunday.**

## Step 1: List what you have to cover

Write down every subject, its chapters and the exam date. This is your master list. If you're preparing for boards, check the latest syllabus on the official GSEB website first.

## Step 2: Rate each topic

Mark each chapter weak, medium or strong. Be strict. If you can't explain it without your notes, it isn't strong yet.

## Step 3: Find your real free time

Take away school, tuition, travel, meals, sleep and chores. What's left is the time you can really study. If you plan for more than that, the plan will fail. Track one normal week first. See [how to track study hours](https://studytracker.co.in/blog/how-to-track-study-hours).

## Step 4: Block time by subject

- Put your **hardest or weakest subject** in the part of the day when you have the most energy.
- Use blocks of 45 to 60 minutes with 10 minute breaks, or [Pomodoro](https://studytracker.co.in/blog/pomodoro-technique-for-students) blocks.
- Touch every subject a few times a week. Don't give a whole day to a single subject.

## Step 5: Leave gaps and rest

Keep one free block every day and one lighter day every week. Don't cut sleep. Teenagers usually need about 8 to 10 hours a night.

## Step 6: Review every Sunday

Compare what you planned with what you did. Move missed topics forward, drop what's now strong, and change next week's blocks. The StudyTracker [planner](https://studytracker.co.in/study-planner) and charts make this a five minute job.

## A sample weekday

| Time | Block |
|---|---|
| Early evening | Weak subject, new chapter (2 Pomodoro blocks) |
| After dinner | Second subject, practice questions (2 blocks) |
| Before bed | 15 minutes of active recall on today's topics |

Change the times to suit your own day.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many subjects should I study each day?

Two to four is common. Mixing subjects keeps you fresh, but too many means each one only gets a quick look.

### Should I study at the same time every day?

A fixed slot helps build a habit. Keep it realistic, though. A short session you actually do beats a long one you skip.

## Related reading

[Study PlannerPlan revision and count down to exams.](https://studytracker.co.in/study-planner)[How Many Hours Should You Study?A simple way to find your number.](https://studytracker.co.in/blog/how-many-hours-should-a-student-study)[Spaced Repetition ScheduleWhen to revise so you forget less.](https://studytracker.co.in/blog/spaced-repetition-revision-schedule)