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News18
18-06-2025
- Science
- News18
Engineer's Son Secures AIR 4 In NEET UG 2025, Says 'Consistent Study' Is Key
NEET UG 2025 AIR 4 Mrinal Jha said he dedicated around 10-12 hours to self-study on school holidays and about 6-7 hours on regular school days. A native of Bihar, Mrinal shifted to Faridabad four years ago. With a NEET score of 99.9998189, Mrinal's journey towards success began in Class 9, but he became more serious about his preparation in Class 11, focusing primarily on the medical entrance exam. He dedicated around 10-12 hours to self-study on school holidays and about six to seven hours on regular school days. 'I started preparing since class 9 but I became more serious from class 11. I put my main focus on NEET preparations only. For the rest of the board exam papers, I started studying them a few days before the exams," he told News18. He further added that he focused on completing his daily target rather than the time, practising about 500-600 MCQs each day. He also attended Allen's coaching classes. Mrinal found both coaching and self-study equally important, saying that coaching helped build concepts, and self-study gave him confidence. He highlighted the significance of mock tests and revisions in identifying weak areas and clearing doubts, noting that the last two years were crucial for his preparation. In the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2025 exam, Mrinal started with Biology, followed by Chemistry, and then Physics. The Physics questions are usually very lengthy, on the other hand, Biology answers are typically easier and consists of mostly of MCQs where you just have to tick the correct answer," the 17-year-old said. Originally from Bettiah in Bihar's West Champaran district, Mrinal has experienced frequent relocation due to his father's job, who is a mechanical engineer. He attended Indraprastha Public School, scoring 87.4% in Class 10 and 87.6% in Class 12 under the CBSE board. First Published: June 18, 2025, 16:04 IST
India Today
15-06-2025
- General
- India Today
NEET UG 2025 AIR 4 Mrinal Kishore Jha scores 99.9998189, targets AIIMS Delhi
When 17-year-old Mrinal Kishore Jha saw his NEET UG 2025 result, it was a long-awaited moment of joy. 'All my family members were overexcited and overwhelmed,' said Mrinal, who secured All India Rank 4 with a percentile of 99.9998189—placing him amongst the top five in a pool of nearly two million from Bettiah in Bihar's West Champaran district, Mrinal now lives in Delhi. A government officer's son, frequent transfers were a part of his childhood. 'We moved to Delhi four years ago,' said his father, Manoj Jha. 'Since then, Mrinal has stayed focused on his goal.'advertisementA DAY MAPPED AT DISCIPLINEFor the past two years, Mrinal has followed a structured and disciplined routine. Living in a PG in Lajpat Nagar to stay close to his coaching centre, he travelled daily to Indraprastha Public School in Rohini to meet the mandatory attendance. 'I didn't care about time; I cared about completing my daily target. I practiced 500–600 MCQs every day,' he said. Board marks took a backseat as NEET remained his top priority—reflected in his 89.6% in Class 12 and 87.4% in Class 11. 'I began preparing in Class 9, but it was the last two years that were most crucial,' he STRATEGY AND SUPPORT SYSTEMPhysics was the toughest subject for Mrinal, but with guidance from his teachers, he overcame his weaknesses. 'Mock tests and revisions helped me identify my weak areas and clear doubts,' he said. For Mrinal, coaching and self-study were equally important. 'Coaching helped build concepts, and self-study gave me confidence.'advertisementSurprisingly, he never struggled with self-doubt or burnout. 'My friends were supportive, and group discussions helped clear doubts,' he said. Family played a huge role too. 'My father always told me to aim for AIIMS Delhi, and my mother constantly motivated me.'Mrinal's mantra is clear: 'Consistent efforts without distractions are the key. Have faith in yourself and in God.' His story proves that success isn't about last-minute cramming—but about discipline, balance, and belief.
Indian Express
14-06-2025
- General
- Indian Express
NEET-UG 2025: AIR 4 Mrinal Jha's journey of quiet consistency, discipline
Every morning for the past two years, Mrinal Kishore Jha followed the same routine: wake up in his PG room in Lajpat Nagar, head to his coaching classes, rest briefly, and then make the long commute to school in Rohini. 'All I did was wake up and go to my coaching, then come back, rest for some time, go to school and then follow through with my coaching,' he said. 'In my free time, I enjoyed watching movies.' That routine — quietly disciplined, rarely interrupted, culminated in his dreams coming true. On Saturday, Mrinal, 17, secured All India Rank (AIR) 4 in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2025, placing him among the top five among nearly 2 million aspirants scoring 99.9998189 percentile. Originally from Bihar's Bettiah in West Champaran district, Mrinal is the elder of two sons. His father, Manoj Jha, works in government service, and frequent transfers meant the family moved often. 'I keep moving from state to state, so our kids also kept moving with us,' Manoj said. 'We moved to Delhi about four years ago and I got placed at the head office in Faridabad for the last two years.' Mrinal completed his 11th and 12th at Indraprastha Public School in Rohini. But for much of that time, he lived alone in a paying guest accommodation in Lajpat Nagar, where his coaching centre was located. 'For the last two years, I wanted to stay close to my coaching centre as I wanted to focus more on my NEET preparation,' he said. 'So I used to go to school by cab and make sure I had an attendance of 75 per cent. I used to go up and down from Lajpat Nagar to Rohini for the last two years. This is one of the smallest sacrifices that I consider — a price I paid to achieve my goal of cracking the NEET examination.' 'In my free time, when I felt like I needed a break, I would always go out for a walk,' Mrinal said. His decision to prioritise NEET over boards also reflects in his academic record. He scored 89.6% in Class 12 and 87.4% in Class 11. 'I had focused more on my NEET preparation throughout,' he said. Mrinal began preparing for NEET in Class 9, but he describes the past two years as the most crucial phase. 'It was in the past two years that I had to turn up the rigour and consistently keep at it,' he said. For him, success was never about last-minute marathons. When asked what helped him stay on track, Mrinal had one simple answer: 'Consistency is the key. If one keeps preparing consistently, they can crack any examination.'
India.com
07-06-2025
- Health
- India.com
Meet Indian genius who scored 720/720 in NEET-UG, cracked IIT-JEE with 99.9 percentile, studied only 4 hours a day with no fixed routine, he is...
Meet Indian genius who scored 720/720 in NEET-UG, cracked IIT-JEE with 99.9 percentile, studied only 4 hours a day with no fixed routine, he is... Getting into the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) is a dream for many students in India. The entrance exams, JEE Main and JEE Advanced are among the toughest in the world. At the same time, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the main path to becoming a doctor in India. While most students focus on just one of these, Mrinal Kutteri managed to clear both. Mrinal comes from Hyderabad and lives with his parents, younger brother, and grandparents. His family originally hails from Kerala, and interestingly, no one in his close family is a doctor but his interest in science began early. In classes 8 and 9, he started enjoying biology and chemistry. By the time he entered class 11, he had set his goal to prepare for NEET. In a 2021 interview with India Today , Mrinal shared that he first thought about becoming an army doctor because he wanted to combine medicine and adventure. However, over time, his focus shifted more toward the medical field alone. He also said that seeing doctors fight the COVID-19 pandemic inspired him even more to choose this path. How Mrinal Kutteri balanced studies during the pandemic When the COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to shut down, students across the country had to switch from classroom learning to online classes. This sudden change affected many, but Mrinal Kutteri welcomed it at first. Mrinal shared that in the beginning, he actually enjoyed the lockdown. However, this shift soon affected his academic performance, and he realized he needed to get back on track. Though it took some time at the beginning, he eventually got into a better routine. Interestingly, Mrinal didn't follow a strict study timetable like many other toppers. He admitted that he liked a flexible approach to learning. According to him, trying to stick to a tough schedule that he couldn't follow would only lead to stress and waste time. Instead, he chose to study in a way that suited him best, based on his energy and interest levels each day. Mrinal Kutteri's study approach that led to NEET AIR 1 In a 2021 interview with India Today , NEET topper Mrinal Kutteri shared how he followed a unique and stress-free way of studying. Instead of having a strict daily timetable, he chose a flexible method. Each day, he would set a small goal for himself, and how he completed it was entirely up to him. 'There were many days when I couldn't complete what I planned,' Mrinal admitted, 'but I didn't feel discouraged. I was okay with that, and I think that really helped me stay calm and focused.' His study routine changed often. Some days, he was very productive, while on others, he found it hard to study at all. On average, Mrinal studied for about four hours a day, and on his best days, he went up to five hours, but never more than that. Contrary to the notion that students must sacrifice hobbies during intense exam preparation, Mrinal ensured a balance between academics and leisure. He enjoyed binge-watching comedy shows on Netflix and Prime, using entertainment as a means of relaxation and motivation. Even for other tough exams like KVPY and JEE Main in Class 12, he didn't put in extra hours beyond his NEET prep. Still, he managed to score an amazing 99.9 percentile in JEE Main. But his biggest success came with NEET 2021, where he achieved a perfect score of 720 out of 720, securing All India Rank 1.
India.com
06-06-2025
- General
- India.com
Meet NEET UG topper who got 720 marks out of 720, cleared JEE with 99.9 percentile, not only by studying but..., name is...
Meet NEET UG topper who got 720 marks out of 720, cleared JEE with 99.9 percentile, not only by studying but..., name is... It's not a cup of tea for anyone to crack the toughest entrance examination, especially NEET. Lakhs of students appear for the competitive examinations such as NEET, JEE, CUET to get admission in their desired colleges and institutions. After Class 12th, students who wish to pursue an engineering degree appear for the Joint Entrance Examination. At the same time, students aiming for an MBBS must qualify through the NEET examination. Have you ever heard of anyone who has cleared both JEE and NEET? Of course, yes, there have been a few exceptional students who have cleared both JEE and NEET, India's two toughest entrance exams for engineering and medical studies, respectively. This Indian genius studied just 4 hours a day, scored a perfect 720 marks out of 720 in the NEET exam, cracked the JEE exam with 99.9 percentile, and he is… Mrinal Kutteri, who hails from Hyderabad, spent his childhood there along with his parents, younger brother, and grandparents. Though his family hailed from Kerala, it is interesting to note that none of his close relatives are medical professionals. Mrinal Kutteri developed an interest in biology and chemistry from Classes 8 and 9. His serious preparation for NEET commenced in Class 11 and continued for 3.5 years, with guidance from Aakash Institute. During an interview with India Today in 2021, the NEET topper revealed, 'I wanted to initially become an army doctor and live a life of medicine and adventure, but that gradually turned into an interest mainly in medicine. Also, the pandemic had an impact as it was inspiring to see doctors all across the world on the frontlines. Mrinal Kutteri has been a passionate gamer since Class 8. Speaking of his educational qualification, Mrinal Kutteri has got 98.16% in his ICSE Class 10 boards and 88.6% in Class 12 boards. Though he wrote some Olympiads, SpellBees, and quizzes in Class 10, he devoted his major attention to NEET preparation from Classes 11-12. The transition from offline to online learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic affected many students' learning experience. But Mrinal enjoyed the change first. Mrinal remembered how, at first, he used to enjoy having much free time during the time of lockdown so that he could give more importance to his hobbies than to his studies. But later his studies went down, and ultimately, he had to experience some time of adjustment before getting back to his routine. Unlike most of the high scorers, he never followed a rigid study schedule. Mrinal admitted that he liked an open style of learning more than sticking to a routine. He felt that spending time creating and attempting to stick to a strict schedule, only to realize it was hard to keep up with, would be a waste of time. In class 12, he had given KVPY and JEE Main without any other preparation apart from his NEET studies. In spite of that, he scored an impressive 99.9 percentile in his JEE Main exam. Hyderabad's Mrinal Kutteri was the NTA NEET 2021 entrance exam topper with All India Rank 1 and a score of 720 out of 720. While speaking with India Today(2021), the NEET topper shared, 'So, I went for a free-form and flexible pattern. I set a goal for each day and how I achieved it was up to me. There were many days when I couldn't achieve the goal, but it was not about getting demotivated or discouraged. Being okay with this free form is what I think really helped me.' Mrinal noted that his study hours fluctuated greatly from day to day. While there were times when he felt extremely productive, there were also days when he couldn't study at all. Despite the variations in his study pattern, Mrinal stated that on average, he studied for around 4 hours each day, and on especially productive days, he managed around 5 hours, in addition to his college duties. But he never went beyond that. As per a Zee News report, Mrinal successfully balanced academics with leisure. To unwind and stay motivated, he often turned to comedy series on Netflix and Prime Video, using light-hearted entertainment as a way to relieve stress. Music played a key role in Mrinal's daily routine, with artists like Taylor Swift and Linkin Park topping his playlist. Their songs served as both motivation and a tool to maintain focus during study sessions. A passionate gamer from Class 8, Mrinal had to pull back from playing during Classes 11 and 12 as he concentrated on his studies. But after NEET, he came back to his favourite pastime eagerly, immersing himself in games such as Rainbow Six and Battlefield on his PlayStation 5.
