Success Story: Vardaan Sahu Of Jhansi Clears NEET After JEE Advanced, Here's His Winning Strategy
For NEET and JEE Advanced aspirants, Vardan Sahu advises balancing school and coaching, completing assignments daily, finishing the syllabus early, and revising 3-4 times
The results of the NEET UG-2025 exam have been declared, sparking celebrations across the country as many students secured top ranks. Among them is Vardan Sahu from Jhansi, who impressed with an outstanding rank of 1124. What makes his achievement exceptional is that Sahu also cleared the JEE Advanced exam on his first attempt, marking him as a remarkable dual achiever.
Sahu's parents are both doctors, with his father, Dr. Subhash Sahu, working in the dermatology department at a medical college. Speaking to Local18, Sahu shared that he was inspired by a senior who had previously cleared both exams. He began his preparation, and his confidence grew as he started scoring well in mock tests. His dedication to studies was driven by his ambition to follow in his father's footsteps. He aspires to serve society as a cardiologist.
In the interview with Local 18, Sahu shared his success strategy, emphasising the importance of studying for 12 to 15 hours daily. He advised that with two years of hard work, success in the exams is achievable. Regarding social media, he suggested that students could indulge in it for an hour a day if they can control themselves, but if it proves to be a distraction, it is best to avoid it.
For students preparing for next year's NEET or JEE Advanced exams, Sahu recommended balancing school and coaching. He advised completing coaching assignments on the same day, finishing the syllabus as soon as possible, and revising it three to four times. He also stressed the importance of taking mock tests and continuously assessing one's preparation.
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