NEET Topper Aryan Gupta Shares Preparation Strategy After Scoring 715/720

Punjab’s Aryan Gupta emerged as one of the top achievers in NEET UG 2026 after securing All India Rank (AIR) 1 with an impressive score of 715 out of 720 marks. Following the announcement of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) results by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Thursday, Aryan shared the approach and discipline that helped him reach the top of one of India’s most competitive entrance examinations. Aryan, who comes from a family of doctors, described his achievement as a dream come true. Speaking to news agency PTI, he said the moment felt unreal after months of intense preparation and hard work.

He credited his success to consistency, determination and maintaining a rigorous study routine throughout his preparation period. The NEET UG 2026 results saw Aryan Gupta from Punjab and Haryana’s Panshul Bansal emerge as the highest scorers, with both candidates securing 715 marks out of 720. This year, 11.21 lakh candidates qualified for the medical entrance examination, reflecting the intense competition among aspirants seeking admission to medical colleges across the country. Sharing his preparation strategy, Aryan said he studied for nearly 16 to 17 hours every day to achieve his goal.

He acknowledged that the demanding schedule required significant sacrifices, including managing long study hours and limited rest. However, he said the hard work eventually paid off and made the achievement feel extraordinary. “I worked hard; I would not get sleep, but it is feeling surreal now, looking like a dream. Everyone is happy. I studied for 16-17 hours in a day,” Aryan told PTI. He also advised fellow NEET aspirants to trust their teachers and follow guidance from experienced mentors during their preparation journey. The results highlighted the exceptional performance of several students this year.

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Apart from the two toppers who scored 715 marks, 19 candidates achieved scores of 700 or above, while 138 students secured 690 marks. According to the NTA, more than 93 per cent of candidates who scored above 690 marks were appearing for NEET UG for the first time. NEET UG is conducted annually for admission to undergraduate medical programmes, including MBBS and other healthcare courses, across India. The examination attracts millions of students every year, making it one of the largest and most competitive entrance tests in the country.

Aryan’s achievement also reflects the growing importance of structured preparation, disciplined study habits and expert guidance in competitive examinations. While long study hours formed a part of his routine, his success also depended on maintaining focus, understanding concepts and consistently working towards his target. As one of the highest scorers in NEET UG 2026, Aryan Gupta’s journey is expected to inspire thousands of medical aspirants preparing for future examinations. His message to students remains focused on perseverance, dedication and the importance of following the right guidance throughout the preparation process.

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