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India.com
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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.
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2 days ago
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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.
India.com
4 days ago
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Meet NEET-UG Topper Mrinal - Studied Only 4 Hours A Day, Binge-Watched Netflix-Prime, Played Battle Games, Spent Time Listening To Taylor Swift - Yet Scored 720 Cracking JEE With 99.9 Percentile
photoDetails english 2910887 Updated:Jun 04, 2025, 11:46 AM IST NEET UG 2021 Topper 1 / 7 A success story often stands as a powerful example of perseverance, transforming challenges into accomplishments and inspiring others to follow their ambitions. One such remarkable journey is that of Mrinal Kutteri, who achieved All India Rank 1 in NEET 2021 and also excelled in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE). Mrinal's Family Background 2 / 7 Originally from Hyderabad, Mrinal lives with his parents, younger brother, and grandparents. Despite not having a medical background in the family, his journey highlights how passion and determination can break barriers and lead to success with the right mindset. COVID-19 pandemic 3 / 7 When the COVID-19 pandemic forced classes to move from classrooms to screens, many students struggled to adapt—but Mrinal initially welcomed the change. The online format gave him extra flexibility, letting him devote more time to his hobbies. Study sessions 4 / 7 Mrinal typically studied for about four hours a day, occasionally extending to five on particularly productive days. However, he ensured he never overwhelmed himself with long or exhausting study sessions. Netflix 5 / 7 Defying the belief that intense exam preparation requires giving up hobbies, Mrinal maintained a healthy balance between studies and leisure. He often relaxed by binge-watching comedy shows on Netflix and Prime, using entertainment as a source of motivation and stress relief. Battlefield 6 / 7 Music was an important part of Mrinal's daily routine, with artists like Taylor Swift and Linkin Park being his top choices. Their songs helped him stay motivated and focused while studying. A passionate gamer since Class 8, Mrinal had to cut back on gaming during Classes 11 and 12 to prioritise academics. However, once NEET was over, he returned to gaming, enjoying titles like Rainbow Six and Battlefield on his PlayStation 5. JEE Main exam 7 / 7 Although NEET was his primary focus, Mrinal also took the KVPY and JEE Main exams in Class 12 without any extra preparation. Thanks to his solid academic foundation, he secured an impressive 99.9 percentile in JEE Main, proving his ability to perform well across multiple competitive exams.
