Shubham Kumar from Varanasi has secured the top rank in the JEE Advanced 2026 examination. The results were released by IIT Roorkee on June 15, 2026 . Kumar scored 330 out of a possible 360 marks.
Academic Performance
Kumar had previously achieved the 6th position in the JEE Main 2026 exam. He scored 295 out of 300 in the JEE Main.
Kumar’s earlier academic record includes scoring 98.5 percent in Class 10.
Exam Strategy
Kumar attributes his success to a strong conceptual understanding. He emphasized consistent effort and mistake correction.
He analyzed his performance after each mock test. This analysis helped him correct errors and refine his strategy.
Kumar focused on his weaker subjects. He practiced questions he answered incorrectly. He followed a disciplined self-study routine.
His daily study schedule involved 6 to 8 hours of dedicated learning.
Future Plans
Shubham Kumar, who falls under the IIT Delhi zone, aims to pursue a Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) in Computer Science. His preferred institution is IIT Bombay.
Personal Background
Kumar hails from Varanasi. His father, Mr. Shivkumar, is a businessman. His mother, Kanchan Devi, is a homemaker.
The IITs have been a long-term goal for Kumar. He aspires to build a career in computer science.
Exam Details
| Examination | Year | Rank Secured | Score |
| JEE Advanced | 2026 | AIR 1 | 330/360 |
| JEE Main | 2026 | AIR 6 | 295/300 |
