JEE Main 2026 Topper Chiranjib Kar Interview: Time Management Is the Key to Success

JEE Main 2026 Topper Chiranjib Kar Interview: Time Management Is the Key to Success

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K Guna SahitiUpdated on 17 Feb 2026, 03:02 PM IST
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Chiranjib Kar is a JEE Main 2026 topper who secured 100 percentile this year. He is one of the three candidates from Rajasthan to have achieved this score. According to him, the key to success is time management. Apart from that, regular revision, analysis of mock tests, and focus on the weaker topics have helped him improve his performance in JEE Main 2026. Candidates looking for the JEE Main topper’s strategy on how to ace the exam can view this article.

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6491

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14814

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2952

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14961

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17439

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JEE Main 2026 Topper Chiranjib Kar Interview: Time Management Is the Key to Success
JEE Main 2026 Topper Chiranjib Kar: Time Management Is the Key to Success

JEE Main 2026 Topper Chiranjib Kar Interview

Hi Chiranjib! Kudos to you for achieving 100 percentile in JEE Main 2026 session 1.

Q. What was your first reaction upon hearing about your result?

It was my mother who called me up and told me about the JEE result. I felt good when I heard I got 100 percentile. Although I was a bit nervous, I knew my result was going to be good.

Q. Tell us something about yourself. Where are you originally from?

I am a resident of Odisha. Currently, I am residing in Kota along with my mother and brother.

Q. Please share with us about your family.

My Father is Mr Chittaranjan Kar. He works at the Tata Steel Plant. My mother’s name is Banaketaki Kar.

Q. How was your performance in class 10th?

I passed the 10th grade with 97 per cent marks.

Q. Are you preparing for class 12th boards as well? If so, then how are you managing studying for both, JEE and boards?

Yes, I do have Board exams this years, so I have prepared for the boards and JEE session 1 simultaneously. I have didicated fixed amount of time to both.

Q. What are the most important factors to ace the exam, according to you?

Hard work and time management are the keys to success. Regular study, in-depth understanding of concepts, consistent practice, and proper time management are essential for success in an exam like JEE Main.

Q. Have you been a part of any coaching institute?

Yes, I have been a regular classroom student at Allen Career Institute for the past two years.

Q. If you had to give credit for your success, then who or what would have helped you the most?

I attribute my success to the guidance of the Allen faculty, regular study, a disciplined routine, and consistent practice.

Q. What was your main strategy for the JEE exam?

Understanding difficult topics through repeated practice and discussions with teachers was a key part of my strategy. Regular revision, analysis of mock tests, and special attention to weak topics helped me continuously improve my performance.

Q. What is your favourite subject and why?

If I have to choose between Maths, Physics and Chemistry, it will be Physics. I find the subject very logical, so it is naturally more appealing to me.

Q. Most of the aspirants feel anxious when it comes to preparing for such a competitive exam. How did you deal with it?

I maintained a positive mindset and focused on my goals throughout his preparation. Consistency, patience, and confidence are crucial for success.

Q. What were your regular activities when feeling stressed?

I don't see the point in studying under stress. Hence, I used to go and play for about 30 minutes.

Q. What is your future aspiration after clearing JEE Main 2026?

My goal is to study engineering at a prestigious IIT. In the future, I want to contribute significantly to the country's development by making outstanding contributions in the technical field.

Other JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Topper Interviews

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Highlights

Exam Name

JEE Main 2026

Exam Date

January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29, 2026

Number of students who appeared for the exam

13,04,653 Lakhs

JEE Mains result date 2026

February 16, 2026

Number of 100 percentilers in session 1

12

Highest Marks in JEE Main 2026 session 1

300 out of 300

JEE Main Toppers 2026 in Session 1 (100 Percentilers)

Name of Candidate

State Eligibility (State of 12th Class)

Kabeer Chhillar

Rajasthan

Pasala Mohith

Andhra Pradesh

Arnav Gautam

Rajasthan

Shubham Kumar

Bihar

Purohit Nimay

Gujarat

Chiranjib Kar

Rajasthan

Narendrababu Gari Mahith

Andhra Pradesh

Shreyas Mishra

Delhi (Nct)

Bhavesh Patra

Odisha

Anay Jain

Haryana

Madhav Viraditya

Maharashtra

Vivan Sharad Mahiswari

Telangana

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