Beyond the rank

Excellence is built through determination, mentorship, and a supportive learning environment. Under the visionary guidance of Dr (Mrs) Amita Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity Group of Schools & RBEF, AICE once again achieved remarkable success in JEE Advanced, with 90 of 149 students qualifying for the exam and eleven securing ranks under 1000. At the valedictory ceremony held at AIS PV, the Chairperson lauded the students and AICE for their unwavering dedication. In this special feature, the achievers share the moments, challenges, and lessons that defined their journey.

The moment
I was very happy with my rank, and seeing my parents’ happiness made it even more special for me.
The challenge
Moving from syllabus completion to intensive problem-solving practice was the biggest hurdle for me.
The mantra
Have faith and work as hard as you can.
The lesson
Believe in yourself and know that you will give your best.
The future
I wish to get enrolled into IIT Delhi for higher studies.

The moment
At 3 AM, while I was on the train, my father woke me up to check the result. We saw it together and were overjoyed.
The challenge
Memorising organic chemistry was quite difficult, but multiple revisions helped me overcome it.
The mantra
If your fundamentals of the cocepts are clear, most problems become manageable.
The lesson
Do not be nervous before exams.
The future
I am currently deciding between Computer Science and Mathematics & Computing.

The moment
Honestly, I had hoped for a good result, but it exceeded my expectations. I was surprised.
The challenge
Completing previous years’ questions and understanding JEE’s questioning pattern required focused effort.
The mantra
Balance studies with rest and focus on efficiency rather than overworking.
The lesson
Know your strengths and weaknesses and work within your limits.
The future
I hope to pursue CSE at either IIT Bombay or IIT Delhi.

The moment
After preparing for four years, seeing the final result was extremely satisfying.
The challenge
Maintaining consistency throughout was my biggest challenge.
The mantra
Set small goals daily instead of huge target.
The lesson
Don’t let JEE’s reputation shake your confidence. Honestly, many questions are more approachable than they seem.
The future
I’m considering M&C from IIT Delhi or CSE from IIT Kanpur.

The moment
I was expecting a rank around 1000, so I was surprised, and grateful to my parents and my teachers.
The challenge
Maintaining an eight-hour study schedule every day was most certainly the hardest part of the preparation.
The mantra
Always remain consistent as it will help you much more than motivation.
The lesson
Keep track of time and do not spend too long on a single question.
The future
I plan to pursue Electrical Engineering at IIT Delhi or IIT Bombay.

The moment
I was happy with the result, though I felt I could have done even better.
The challenge
One of the biggest challenges was maintaining focus and studying for long hours in a single sitting.
The mantra
Take up small challenges for yourself and make sure you fulfil them. Small achievements gradually lead to bigger success.
The lesson
Stay calm and be ready to adapt your strategy according to the paper.
The future
My plan is to pursue engineering, gain professional experience, and eventually launch a start-up.

The moment
I woke up to a teacher’s call informing me that the result was out. My parents were thrilled.
The challenge
Avoiding distractions, especially the mobile phone, was my biggest challenge.
The mantra
I never studied excessively, but I remained consistent and never missed classes or tests.
The lesson
Time management is crucial because students often overestimate their capabilities.
The future
I hope to pursue research in science or mathematics.