Editorial Policy

Last Updated: January 01, 2026

Mission and Purpose

Vagus.in is dedicated to providing high-quality, reliable educational content focused on medical entrance exam preparation (primarily NEET-UG), Odisha state-level exams (such as OUAT and OJEE), and insights into Ayurvedic medicine (BAMS). Our goal is to empower students—especially those from Odisha and CHSE backgrounds—with practical, data-driven strategies, mindset coaching, and real-world perspectives from a student’s journey.

We prioritize mental resilience, strategic learning over rote memorization, and “student-to-student” mentoring to help aspirants achieve score improvements and admissions success.

All content on Vagus.in strictly aligns with Google’s E-E-A-T principles (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness), ensuring it is accurate, helpful, and transparent.

Core Principles

• Accuracy and Evidence-Based Content: All information is factual, up-to-date, and supported by reliable sources (e.g., official NTA guidelines, NCERT textbooks, peer-reviewed studies, or verified exam data).
• Student-Centered Approach: Content reflects firsthand experience (e.g., NEET score improvement from 308 in 2019 to 640 in 2024, AIR 143 in OUAT) while emphasizing ethical and motivational guidance.
• No Medical Advice: We provide educational insights into curricula and exam preparation but do not offer medical diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or health advice. Readers are always directed to consult qualified healthcare professionals.
• Inclusivity and Positivity: Content promotes mental health resilience, diversity in educational journeys, and encouragement for droppers/repeaters without unrealistic guarantees.
• Transparency: We openly disclose the site’s student-run nature and base claims on personal experience or verifiable public data.

Content Standards

1. Topics and Pillars

• NEET-UG strategies, high-yield topics, dropper coaching, and score improvement techniques.
• Ayush/BAMS curriculum insights and realities of Ayurvedic studies in India.
• Odisha-specific guides: OUAT, OJEE, CHSE board preparation, and state medical counseling.
• Supportive topics: Time management, study plans, mental resilience, and official exam updates.

2. Sourcing and Fact-Checking

• Primary sources include official websites (NTA, MCC, OJEE, OUAT), NCERT books, and government notifications.
• Personal experiences are clearly labeled (e.g., “Based on my journey…”).
• All factual claims (e.g., cutoff trends, syllabus changes) are verified and cited where possible.
• Content is reviewed for currency at least annually or immediately upon major exam updates.

3. Author and Review Process

• Primary author: Founder (2nd Professional Year BAMS student with documented NEET and OUAT achievements).
• All posts include an author bio highlighting relevant credentials and experience.
• Self-review for accuracy; any future guest contributions will be vetted with the same standards.
• No core articles are generated solely by AI; any assistive tools used are disclosed if applicable.

4. Style and Readability

• Clear, conversational tone suitable for high school and 12th-grade students.
• Simple language with bullet points, tables, and visuals for enhanced understanding.
• Jargon is avoided or fully explained.
• Empathetic and motivational tone without exaggeration.

5. Prohibited Content

• No promotion of shortcuts, leaks, or unethical exam practices.
• No unsubstantiated claims (e.g., “guaranteed rank improvement”).
• No affiliate promotions or sponsored content unless clearly disclosed (currently none).
• No misinformation related to health or medicine.

Disclaimer

Updates and Corrections

• Content is updated promptly for exam pattern changes or new official notifications.
• Errors reported by readers are corrected quickly with a visible correction note on the post.
• This Editorial Policy is reviewed and updated annually or as needed.