Shubham Kumar Tops JEE Advanced 2026, Credits Focus and Hard Work
No Social Media Helped Crack Exam: JEE Advance Topper Shubham Kumar

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Shubham Kumar from Gaya, Bihar, achieved the top rank in the JEE Advanced 2026, scoring 330 out of 360. He attributes his success to hard work, a supportive environment in Kota, and avoiding social media distractions. His goal is to pursue a BTech in Computer Science at IIT Bombay.
- 01Shubham Kumar scored 330 out of 360 in JEE Advanced 2026, securing the first rank.
- 02He studied at Allen Career Institute in Kota, known for its competitive environment.
- 03Shubham maintained a self-imposed social media ban to focus on his studies.
- 04He dedicated 8-10 hours a day to studying while balancing hobbies on Sundays.
- 05Kabeer Chillar, the second rank holder, also refrained from social media, emphasizing mental strength.
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Shubham Kumar, an 18-year-old from Gaya, Bihar, topped the JEE Advanced 2026 with a score of 330 out of 360. He attributed his success to rigorous preparation, supportive family, and a focused study environment at Allen Career Institute in Kota. Shubham emphasized the importance of ignoring negative media coverage about the pressures in Kota and instead relied on the city's resources, which attract many students for competitive exam preparations. He maintained a strict study schedule, dedicating 8-10 hours daily, while also engaging in hobbies like cricket and badminton on Sundays. Shubham plans to pursue a BTech in Computer Science at IIT Bombay. His fellow top scorer, Kabeer Chillar, who secured the second rank with 329 marks, also highlighted the benefits of avoiding social media distractions. Both students' achievements reflect the effectiveness of dedicated study environments and personal discipline in achieving academic success.
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The success of students like Shubham Kumar highlights the effectiveness of coaching institutes in Kota and their role in shaping future engineers.
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