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    JEE Main 2026 Topper Purohit Nimay Interview: AIR Rank, Score, Preparation Strategy, Success Tips

    JEE Main 2026 Topper Purohit Nimay Interview: AIR Rank, Score, Preparation Strategy, Success Tips

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    RanjeetaUpdated on 17 Feb 2026, 03:20 PM IST
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    With the release of JEE Main 2026 session 1 result on January 16, NTA has declared its toppers as well. As per the JEE Main 2026 session 1 toppers list, Purohit Nimay has secured a perfect score 100 percentile in the whole state of Gujarat. Careers360 has released an exclusive interview session with the JEE topper so that other aspirants have more insight into his exam preparation tips and tricks. Purohit Nimay says that he has regularly practised questions and taken mock tests for the JEE Main 2026 exam. He has always focused on the process, never on the result. Find below the exclusive interview with the JEE Main 2026 topper.

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    JEE Main 2026 Topper Purohit Nimay Interview: AIR Rank, Score, Preparation Strategy, Success Tips
    JEE Main 2026 Topper Purohit Nimay Interview

    Q1. Hello Nimay, congratulations on making it to the JEE Main 2026 toppers lists

    Thank you so much. I am really proud and happy to secure a full 100 percentile in the JEE Main 2026 exam.

    Q2. How do you feel about your JEE Main result?

    This is a moment of great joy and pride for me. When I saw my results, I couldn't believe I had scored 100 percentile. This is the result of my hard work, consistent practice, and proper guidance.

    Q3. Can you tell us about your family and your home?

    My home is in Rajkot, Gujarat. I live with my family. My father’s name is Dr. Harshal B. Purohit, and my mother's name is Dr Darshana Purohit. Both my parents are physiotherapists by profession. They have been so supportive and helpful during my preparation for JEE Main.

    Q4. How was your Class 10 result?

    In Class 10, I have secured 96.6 per cent marks.

    Q5. Can you tell us how you prepared for the JEE Main exam?

    During my JEE Main preparation, I have always focused on the process, never on the result. This helped me remain stress-free even during my JEE Main exam. The biggest reason for my success has been regular study and concept clarity. I always strive to understand each topic in depth, not just memorise it. I spent approximately 6 to 8 hours daily on self-study. I revised everything taught in class that day. Additionally, regularly practising questions and taking mock tests were crucial to my preparation. I analysed my mistakes after each test and focused on improving them.

    Q6. What was your exam strategy while appearing for the JEE Main exam?

    I started my paper with Mathemathics beacause it is my favourite subject and I have a strong hold on the subject. Next i move on to Chemistry and then Physics. After attempting the paper once, I made sure to recheck it to avoid any errors.

    Q7. Did you take any coaching classes for JEE?

    Yes, I have been a regular classroom student at Allen Career Institute at Rajkot for the past four years. Furthermore, the guidance of Allen's faculty, study materials, and test series strengthened my preparation. The level of the study materials and test series was also in line with JEE standards, which strengthened my preparation. This success has significantly boosted my confidence, and now my goal is to excel in JEE Advanced as well.

    Q8. Any advice for the future JEE Main aspirants?

    For future JEE Main aspirants i want to say that they should attend classes regularly and follow the guidance given by mentors a dteh faculties. If one consistently follows this advice, they will definitely achieve their goal.

    Who are the Toppers of the JEE Mains 2026?

    JEE Main toppers are students who has manage to secure 100 percentile in the JEE Main session 1 exam. NTA has released the JEE participants' names who have secured 100 to 89 percentile along with the JEE Main session 1 result. There are a total of 12 students who have a full 100 percentile NTA score. Among the 12 toppers, 3 are from Rajasthan, 2 from Andhra Pradesh, and the rest from other states each. Candidates can check the topper’s name, their application numbers, and their State of passing/appearing Class 12.

    JEE Main 2026 Toppers With NTA Score of 100 Percentile

    Application NumberName of CandidatesState of Eligibility

    260310038881

    Shreyas Mishra

    DELHI (NCT)

    260310088709

    Narendrababu Garimahith

    ANDHRA PRADESH

    260310164042

    Shubham Kumar

    BIHAR

    260310215465

    Kabeer Chillar

    RAJASTHAN

    260310220953

    Chiranjib Kar

    RAJASTHAN

    260310228381

    Bhavesh Patra

    ODISHA

    260310231839

    Anay Jain

    HARYANA

    260310241955

    Arnav Gautam

    RAJASTHAN

    260310432915

    Pasala Mohith

    ANDHRA PRADESH

    260310434363

    Madhav Viradiya

    MAHARASHTRA

    260310635369

    Purohit Nimay

    GUJARAT

    260310757063

    Vivan Sharad Maheswari

    TELANGANA

    JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Overview

    NTA has released the JEE Main session 1 result on Jan 16. Candidates can check the overview of the result.

    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

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