I cleared the examination with Proficient in 4 areas(Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling) ,MP in Closing. I studied for 2 months and started my preparation by first fixing my exam dates. I used to check in pmzilla forum for information which could assist me.

I didnt buy any study guides like rita, headfirst etc. nor did i buy an exam preparation questions. I went through the PMBOK and tried to understand each of the concepts. 

Read PMBOK once at least

Try as many sample questions possible(i used only free sample available in net)

Clarify the questions which you have answered incorrect.

ALL the best to new takers.