CBSE 10th Topper 2024 Maya Rajesh with 99.2% says, Consistency is the key to score above 95%

CBSE 10th Topper Maya Rajesh has secured 99.2%, i.e. a total of 496 marks in CBSE 10th Board Exams 2024 with utmost dedication and hard work. Rajesh, a student of NPS Indiranagar, Bangalore, aims to crack JEE exam and pursue BTech from Top Engineering institutes in India. In an exclusive interview with Shiksha.com, Maya talked about her CBSE 10th board exam preparation routine, her reaction to Class 10 CBSE results, tips for upcoming aspirants and more.

CBSE Board Exams 2024 were conducted from February 15 to March 13, 2024. The Board announced the CBSE Class 10 Results 2024 on May 13. 

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CBSE 10th Topper 2024 Total Marks Obtained: 496/500 

Subject-wise Marks 

English: 98

Sanskrit: 100

Mathematics: 99

Science: 100

Social Science: 99

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Q: Congratulations on your result! How was your reaction after seeing the results? Did you score what you expected?

A: Thank you! I was extremely surprised - it was actually more than I had expected!   
Q: Please tell us something about your family background.

A: My parents are both software engineers and are graduates of NIT Warangal.

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Q: Please tell me about the stream that you are targeting

A: I've decided to opt for Science because I love Physics. It explains our physical world beautifully.  
Q: What was your strategy to score above 95%?

A: For me, it was all about consistency! I planned in advance, tried to score well in all my school exams and did full-length mock tests regularly. I think practising for the exam is just as important as actually writing it: my fingers would start cramping up the first few times I wrote mock tests , especially for Social Science,  due to the lengthy answers! It's a cliche, but practice does make perfect.  

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Q: Did you take any online or offline coaching?

A: Yes, I was enrolled with Allen, Bangalore as a foundation for competitive exams.  
Q: Who encouraged you the most in ther journey?

A: My family and my teachers at NPS, definitely! Shoutout to my friends for always being there for me, too  
Q: What was your routine during the CBSE board exam preparation?

TA: There were about 2 weeks before the start of the exams when I solely focused on the preparation. I made it a point to include exercise into my routine every single day: staying physically fit helps you stay mentally fit, too! I think rather than how long you study, it's how well you study.
Q: What are your future plans? Which career path are you aiming?

A: I've enrolled in an integrated course as preparation for JEE: I hope to be an engineer like my parents someday.  
Q: What is your favourite subject?

A: I would say Physics is the most interesting to me, and English is my favourite to study because I love reading.  

Q: What is your dream college/institute?

A: I hope to study in one of the top IITs/NITs.
Q: Please share some tips for students prepping to appear in CBSE Board Exams 2025

A: As I said, consistency of effort was the most important thing for me. You need to work hard all through 9th/10th, and the results will follow. Know your strengths, and where you need to put in more effort. Do not constantly compare yourself to others, and don't stop until you're proud!