Shubham Kumar, a 17-year-old from Gaya, Bihar, has achieved remarkable success in the JEE Main exam, securing an All India Rank of 6 with a score of 295 out of 300. Coming from a humble background, with his father being a businessman and his mother a homemaker, Shubham's academic journey has been marked by hard work and discipline. He previously scored 98.5 percent in his 10th-grade examinations. Shubham attributes his success to a rigorous study schedule, dedicating 6 to 8 hours daily to self-study, and focusing on understanding concepts thoroughly. He also took coaching at Allen Career Institute in Kota, where he honed his skills by identifying mistakes and practicing weak topics. Maintaining a positive mindset helped him manage exam pressure effectively. Looking ahead, Shubham is now preparing for the JEE Advanced 2026, aspiring to pursue a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from IIT Bombay. This year, 26 students achieved a 100 percentile in the JEE Main Session 2, with results announced on April 20.