Maharashtra farmer’s son bags AIR 1 in IIT JEE Main 2024

Nilkrishna Gajare, son of a farmer from Washim, Maharashtra who bagged all-India first rank in IIT-JEE Mains 2024 wants to pursue B tech in Computer Science from IIT Bombay.

He secured a perfect score along with Dakshesh Sanjay Mishra and Aarav Bhatt, who got AIR 2 and 3, respectively. A total of 56 students from different states across the country achieved a perfect score.

In an interview with Times of India, Gajare spoke about the secret of his success, saying “to clear an exam like JEE, it is very important to have clear concepts.”

Gajare, who scored 97% in his class 10 exams, left his village to attend the famous ALLEN coaching institute in Nagpur. 

“After taking the test, I analysed the paper. I am giving a special focus on weak topics. To Apart from this, I practise revision and questions more than once,” Gajare told TOI.

Sharing his journey, Gajare in a YouTube live session of the coaching institute, said, “When my journey started in class 11, in the first one or two months, I faced a little... I mean, compared to class 10, the syllabus of classes 11 and 12 is quite extensive, so I encountered some difficulties initially in matching up to it.”

“But I didn’t give up; I kept my studies going consistently. So, I just want to give students this message that if you ever face such difficulties where you feel like maybe you can’t do it or not, then keep your preparation going continuously. Good things are ahead,” he added.

“My target in JEE Advanced is to secure a seat in IIT Bombay for computer science, and I am currently preparing for it,” Gajare said.

Gajare, who is also a national level archer said the game teaches him concentration to achieve the goal. Sharing advice for IIT-JEE aspirants, Gajare said, “Set your target and keep your preparation continuous according to it. Study your subjects with genuine interest so that they don’t feel like a burden. Keep your preparation consistent and continuous.”