JEE Main 2026: What Toppers Did Differently to Outshine 13 Lakh Aspirants

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results have spotlighted remarkable performances, with multiple candidates achieving near-perfect scores. Among them, Rishit Garg secured a phenomenal 99.999 percentile, crediting his success to eight-hour disciplined study schedules, intensive NCERT Chemistry revision, and rigorous mock test analysis.

Similarly, Shreyas Pai (99.23 percentile) emphasized balancing college hours with daily study routines, while Kabeer Chhillar, a perfect scorer, stressed the importance of mock tests, structured revision, and mistake tracking.

With over 13 lakh students competing, toppers’ strategies underline consistency, conceptual clarity, and time management as the keys to success.

Key Highlights

• Top Scores: Rishit Garg (99.999 percentile), Shreyas Pai (99.23 percentile), Kabeer Chhillar (100 percentile)
• Preparation Mantras:
• Structured daily routines (6–8 hours focused study)
• NCERT textbook revision, especially Chemistry
• Rigorous mock test practice and error analysis
• Balanced schedules with consistent discipline
• Competition Scale: Over 13 lakh students appeared in Session 1
• Outlook: Toppers stress consistency over cramming and clarity over rote learning

Source: The Hans India, Edex Live, Shiksha, Careers360, Zee News (February 2026)