Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Hi Raguram,
There is no specific answer to this because MIT looks for students who can contribute to the university and the society as a whole. You must not only be an academically bright student you must also have high values, display ethics and passion to contribute to the society. Extracurricular activities, project work, sports, arts, voluntary work are very important. Just remember this - You need not be a bookworm but you are required to be an all-rounder and demonstrate your extraordinary side to the university. Ask yourself why they should admit you and prepare yourself accordingly. Read this carefully:
http://mitadmissions.org/apply/process/selection

MIT or the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, one of the world's most prestigious universities. For Science and technology programs MIT is regarded as the No.1 university. What kind of students get into it? A look at the MIT website, its admission requirements and the kind of students they admit should give you a better and clear answer. While you must be having excellent academic grades your profile overall must be exceptional and unique. Along with extracurricular activities you must be innovative, research oriented, risk taking, creative etc. For all the courses it offers please check:
http://web.mit.edu/
To help you prepare for MIT admissions check here:
http://mitadmissions.org/apply/prepare/highschool