The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee announced the results for the Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Advanced 2026, with Shubham Kumar from Gaya achieving All India Rank 1. Kumar, who studied at a coaching centre in Kota, credited his success to the guidance of his teachers, consistent practice, and the support of his family. He plans to pursue a B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering at IIT Bombay. Kumar dedicated six to eight hours daily to study, focusing on revising topics taught in class and practicing questions. He highlighted the importance of understanding concepts from the basics, which was facilitated by his teachers. Despite facing pressure, he turned it into motivation, maintaining focus on his goals. Students who qualify for the JEE Advanced can now participate in the counselling process for admission to IITs and other institutes.