JEE Main 2024 Topper Interview: Rishi Shekher Shukla has secured 100 percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 1. Read here to know his inspiration, JEE Main 2024 preparation process, best books and more.
JEE Main 2024 Topper Interview Rishi Shekher Shukla (100 Percentile): NTA has announced the list of JEE Main 2024 toppers for Session 1. Among the top 23 students who have achieved a 100 percentile score in JEE Main 2024 Session 1, Rishi Shekher Shukla believes that confidence and genuine interest in the subjects are what led him to his achievement. Intending to choose Computer Science as his higher choice of studies, Rishi has his eyes set on attaining an equally good performance in JEE Advanced. Read here for the detailed interview of JEE Main 2024 Topper Interview Rishi Shekher Shukla.
Q: What was your reaction to finding out your JEE Main 2024 result?
Rishi: I was initially very thrilled, excited and happy to know that I had achieved full marks in the exam.
Q: Tell us about yourself. Which school and board have you studied from?
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Q: Along with a wonderful performance in JEE Main, you have also achieved great results in the Olympiads.
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Q: Is 75 percent marks in class 12 required for JEE Mains?
Candidates need not have 75 percent marks in class 12 for appearing in JEE Main. As per the official brochure released by the NTA there is no minimum percentage required for appearing in the JEE Main. The requirement of 75 percent marks need not be associated with JEE Main. It is to be understood that 75 percent marks is required for admission to institutes which include NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and IITs. There are many institutes which offer admission on 60% and even less along with JEE Main. Candidates must clearly understand that the requirement of 75 percent marks in class 12 is only for taking admission in the institutes.
Q: Can I take admission in any institute if I do not get JEE Main cutoff marks?
Rishi: Yes. I have given Olympiads since I was in 5th-6th standard. In 10th standard, I attempted the Science and Mathematics Olympiads. My overall experience in the Olympiads was great. It also helped me improve my speed because Mathematics is all about time. Since Science is about knowledge, it helped me grow my knowledge for the boards and JEE Main.
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Q: Why did you choose Engineering as your choice of higher study? Which branch will you opt for?
Rishi: I am interested in Mathematics and Physics, so I chose Engineering as my choice of higher study. I was clear about my decision since the 8th standard. I have decided to aim for Computer Science as my branch because there is a lot of creativity involved in this field and provides us with a lot of job opportunities.
Q: When did you start your JEE Main 2024 preparation?
Rishi: I started my JEE Main preparation process at the end of my 10th standard.
Q: What was your daily routine during the JEE Main preparation process?
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Rishi: I first studied Mathematics, then Physics and finally Chemistry. I used to allot three hours to each subject every day.
Q. Did you self-study or did you prepare with the help of coaching experts?
A. I took the two-year classroom programme from Aakash to prepare for JEE Main 2024.
Q: Did you face any difficulty while attempting JEE Main 2024?
Rishi: No. I was familiar with the pattern because Aakash Coaching Institute conducted regular computer-based tests during preparation.
Q: Was there any different strategy that you adopted during the final month of preparation for JEE Main 2024?
Rishi: I prepared for the JEE Main and board examinations simultaneously, as there is not much difference in the syllabus.
Q: Do you think previous years' papers and mock tests help in the JEE Main 2024 preparation?
Rishi: Yes. I attempted a lot of mock tests and sample papers at my coaching institute which helped me get prepared for JEE Main. Previous year papers are very beneficial as they help us get an idea of the overall exam and what questions can be asked. I would suggest checking the previous years' papers to prepare for JEE Main.
Q: NTA had reduced the JEE Main syllabus. Did you find questions from the removed topics in the exam?
Rishi: No. All questions were as per the official JEE Main 2024 syllabus.
Q: What was the JEE Main 2024 Session 1 difficulty level as compared to the previous years?
Rishi: JEE Main 2024 Session 1 was comparatively easier than the previous years’ papers, especially 2023.
Q: Are there any specific books you would want to suggest for JEE Main preparation?
Rishi: School textbooks are not adequate for JEE Mains. Apart from the school textbooks, I used the materials provided by my coaching institute and a few other books from the market like – Singh H Publications for Mathematics and Physics and N Awasthi for Physical Chemistry.
Q: Which section was the toughest in JEE Main 2024 Session 1?
Rishi: The toughest section in JEE Main 2024 Session 1 was Mathematics and the easiest was Chemistry.
Q: Will you be appearing for the JEE Main 2024 April session?
Rishi: No. I will now be focusing on JEE Advanced 2024.
Q: According to you, what helped you in attaining the full JEE Main 2024 score?
Rishi: The key things that helped me were my self-determination, my interest in the subjects, hard work and motivation from my parents.
Q: While preparing for the exam, do you have any activity to help you lighten the stress?
Rishi: I usually go out for a walk whenever I feel stressed. I also listen to music since it helps me to calm down. I practice breathing exercises so that I do not get stressed.
Q: Who is your inspiration?
Rishi: My parents. They have always motivated me and supported my career drive.
Q: Any word of advice to future JEE Main aspirants?
Rishi: Try to focus on errors and silly mistakes should be avoided. In the end, if we make a silly mistake, then our hard work ends up futile. Be confident and success will follow.
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