Final Exams and Results

The pandemic led to the postponement of exams, which were eventually conducted in September. Despite the disruptions, I stayed focused and secured an All India Rank of 9.8k in JEE Mains. Although my preparation for the JEE Advanced was not strong enough, I still achieved a respectable rank of 10k.

My Journey from 10th Grade to Securing Admission in a NIT

After completing my 10th board exams with a good percentage of 89.67%, I chose to study Science in the 12th grade, focusing specifically on Mathematics. My love for math guided this choice, even though I was initially unaware of the career options it would open up. I enrolled in a school that offered both regular classes and coaching for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains, hoping this combined approach would lead to success.

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Initial Struggles and Adaptation

Upon starting the 11th grade, I quickly realized that many of my classmates had been preparing for the JEE since the 9th grade. Initially unfamiliar with the severity and importance of JEE coaching, I found the transition challenging. My performance in the early tests was below average as I struggled to adapt. However, with time, support from my faculties, and help from my friends, my scores began to improve. After a couple of months, I was consistently getting above-average marks....

Advancing to JEE Advanced Coaching

Towards the end of the 11th grade, one of my math faculty recognized my potential and quick progress. He recommended me for the advanced batch, which provided special coaching for the JEE Advanced exam. This phase involved intense preparation, with long hours of study and dedicated support from the faculty members, who often stayed with us late into the night....

JEE Mains and COVID-19 Challenges

The first JEE Mains exam took place in January, and I felt well-prepared. My hard work paid off when I achieved a percentile of 99.03, a strong result by any standard. However, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020 brought unpredictable challenges. With a nationwide lockdown, our coaching shifted to an online format. Both students and teachers faced a steep learning curve, but we managed to adapt to this new way of learning....

Final Exams and Results

The pandemic led to the postponement of exams, which were eventually conducted in September. Despite the disruptions, I stayed focused and secured an All India Rank of 9.8k in JEE Mains. Although my preparation for the JEE Advanced was not strong enough, I still achieved a respectable rank of 10k....

College Admissions and Allotment

The final phase of my journey was the JoSAA counselling process, where I listed my preferences for various National Institutes of Technology (NITs). Based on my JEE Mains rank, I was given a seat in a reputable NIT with a branch of Electronics and Communication Engineering. I was so happy with this allotment and was waiting to transition to the college environment....