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    NEET 2023 Topper Shashank Kumar's Interview- AIR 14

    NEET 2023 Topper Shashank Kumar's Interview- AIR 14

    Shamshad Ali DarUpdated on 14 Jun 2023, 02:28 PM IST

    NEET 2023 Topper Interview: The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2023 result on June 13, 2023. The NTA has also released the NEET 2023 topper list along with the results. Shashank Kumar, a resident of Bihar, is one of the NEET 2023 toppers. Kumar has obtained AIR 14 with a score 715 marks out of 720.

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    NEET 2023 Topper Shashank Kumar's Interview- AIR 14
    NEET 2023 Topper Shashank Kumar's Interview- AIR 14

    In conversation with Careers360, Shashank Kumar, NEET topper 2023, talked about his preparation strategy and his desire to become a doctor and serve the country in the health sector. Read the article further to learn about the NEET UG examination topper’s journey, study routine, NEET preparation tips, and future plans.
    Also read | NEET 2023 Topper Interview - Parth Khandelwal AIR 10

    NEET 2023 Topper Shashank Kumar's Interview- AIR 14

    Careers360: Congratulations on your NEET 2023 results! How are your feelings about this achievement?

    Shashank Kumar: I am feeling at the top right now. My years of hard work have paid off.

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    Careers360: Tell us something about yourself. Where did you complete your schooling, and what about your family?

    Shashank Kumar: I’m from Bihar. I did my schooling here. My father works at a pharmaceutical company, and my mother is a lecturer.

    Careers360: What motivated you to choose medicine as a career? When did you decide to become a doctor?

    Shashank Kumar: A doctor is a noble and respectable profession. In class 5 or 6, I decided to pursue medicine. I want to contribute better in the health sector, as our country needs better doctors and surgeons.

    Careers360: Is this your first attempt? When did you start your preparations for the NEET exam?

    Shashank Kumar: Yes, this was my first attempt. I started my NEET preparations in Class 11th. I took offline coaching classes from Allen in 12th.

    Careers360: How much time did you devote to self-study? What do you think is better, coaching or self-study?

    Shashank Kumar: I used to study for six hours daily to revise and clear doubts after attending coaching classes. I think that was sufficient to prepare for the NEET UG exam.

    Also read | Know the NEET 2023 Topper Interview - Parth Khandelwal

    Careers360: How was the NEET UG preparation different from the early days to just a month before the exam?

    Shashank Kumar: I made some short-term targets to prepare for NEET exam. In every mock test, I used to treat it as a real NEET exam by giving my best.

    Careers360: What was your exam day strategy? What was the roughest and the easiest section, according to you?

    Shashank Kumar: On exam day, I revised only the shortlisted topics that I had noted in my diary. I thought chemistry was a bit challenging, with some doubtful questions.

    Careers360: Which college is your dream college for studying medicine? What is your aspiration in the field of medicine, and which specialization would you be interested in?

    Shashank Kumar: My dream college is AIIMS, New Delhi. I want to become a surgeon. I'm interested in cardio and neuro.

    Careers360: To whom do you attribute your successful NEET topper journey?

    Shashank Kumar: From the Bhagavad Gita to my parents, I want to attribute this success to my teachers, both at coaching centers and schools, who helped me to excel in this exam with flying colours.

    Careers360: What would you suggest to future NEET aspirants in terms of preparation, attitude, etc?

    Shashank Kumar: Self confidence is the most important aspect of any competitive exam. Make efforts as per your expectations.

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