24-06-2025
If you dedicate yourself, you can achieve anything: 99.99 percentile MH CET topper
'For me, taking a drop year after Class 12 was a tough decision. A lot of relatives questioned it, but my parents constantly encouraged me to accomplish my goal,' said Shreya Pandey, who scored 99.99 percentile in the recently announced MH-CET PCM stream results and dreams of joining the College of Engineering Pune (COEP) Technological University.
Shreya described how sticking to a daily routine made all the difference. 'I never skipped classes or tests, took short notes, and did all the homework given. Not skipping tests helped me understand where I was going wrong,' she added.
Speaking to The Indian Express at a felicitation event by PhysicsWallah, Pandey admitted mathematics was her biggest hurdle initially. 'Solving maths was extremely tough at first. But the more I practised, the easier it became,' she shared.
Shreya preferred attempting chemistry first during the exam, followed by physics and maths. 'Aspiring candidates should solve at least 60 to 70 previous year papers. It helps in managing time and spotting weak areas,' she added.
Vaishnavi Sarje, another applicant who scored 99 per cent, also hopes to secure a seat at the COEP Technological University. She echoed the importance of consistent effort and planning and emphasised how avoiding backlogs and preparing short notes streamlined her preparation.
'Not letting topics pile up means you can complete the syllabus on time and revise properly. Short notes help during the last stretch,' she said. Vaishnavi shared that she followed the order of physics, chemistry, and maths in the exam, which helped her stay calm and focused.
Both students concluded by underlining how crucial their parent's support had been during the journey. 'My parents believed in me at a time when others doubted my decision to take a gap year. They constantly motivated me and reminded me that I could achieve my dream. That made all the difference,' said Shreya.
Echoing the same sentiment, Vaishnavi said, 'When you know your family is behind you, you're able to push through the difficult days. Their encouragement is what helped me stay focused.'
