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NEET 2024 Topper AIR 1, Hritik Raj Interview- Know about NEET Topper Journey

NEET 2024 Topper AIR 1, Hritik Raj Interview- Know about NEET Topper Journey

Edited By Shamshad Ali | Updated on Jun 05, 2024 09:05 AM IST | #NEET
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the NEET result 2024 on June 4 in online mode. Along with the result, the NTA has released the NEET toppers 2024. Hritik Raj has bagged All India Rank 1 in NEET 2024 by scoring 720 out of 720. He obtained a percentile score of 99.997129 in the NEET result.

Hritik hails from Bihar state. He scored full marks in the NEET 2024. He is among the 67 toppers of NEET UG 2024 who claimed the rank 1 out of over 24 lakh candidates. Being an army kid, Hritik believes that hard work and motivation help him to qualify NEET and emerged as one of the toppers in the highly competitive undergraduate medical entrance test. In conversation with Careers360, Hritik shares his success mantra, challenges, and best tips which helped him to crack the NEET exam 2024.

Careers360 Congratulations on your NEET 2024 results! How are your feelings about this achievement?

Hritik Raj: Thank you so much! I am feeling overwhelmed. It can’t be expressed in words.

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

Hritik Raj: I hailed from Bihar. My father is a retired army officer and my mother works as a teacher. I did my schooling from CBSE board in Bihar. My parents inspired me a lot through their hard work and dedication towards their respective fields which somehow insisted me to do best in the exam.

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

Hritik Raj: It was basically my father’s dream to choose medicine and become a doctor. In 10th class, I decided to put in more effort and started taking coaching classes to fulfil my father’s dream.

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

Hritik Raj: Yes, this was my first attempt for NEET 2024. I started my NEET preparations from Class 10th end. I took coaching from Allen Kota.

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

Hritik Raj: I studied for 6 hours daily to cover NEET syllabus. Along with coaching, self study is important to keep all important topics and practice the same. During the preparation days, I tried my best to study properly.

Careers360: Which subject is your weakest, and which is your strongest?

Hritik Raj: Biology was my weakest subject as compared to Physics and Chemistry. For me, Physics was my strongest subject. Meanwhile, I studied all the subjects properly and tried my best to overcome fear and distractions during the preparation.

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

Hritik Raj: So in just one month before the NEET exam, I devoted 10 to 12 hours daily to prepare for NEET 2024. I used to take one NEET mock test daily which helped me feel better on the exam day.

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

Hritik Raj: My exam strategy was pretty simple. I took the Biology section first and solved it. Then, I completed Chemistry and at last I solved the Physics paper before the conclusion of the exam. Biology was the toughest one so I devoted more time to it.

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?

Hritik Raj: My dream college is AIIMS New Delhi. I have not decided any specialization as of now. But I will choose after getting the college which I am interested in.

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

Hritik Raj: I would definitely attribute this success to my mother who kept inspiring and pushing me to study hard for the exam.

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

Hritik Raj: I would suggest the future NEET aspirants to clear the concept and doubts before appearing for the NEET exam. Regular practice of questions is quite necessary as the NEET cutoff is increasing rapidly. Self confidence is must because it defends whether one is prepared enough to qualify NEET.

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Questions related to NEET

Have a question related to NEET ?

Hello Dharmik,

With a NEET 2024 score of 538 and an All India Rank of 153,336, you have a chance to secure an MBBS seat, especially under the state quota. Here’s a breakdown of your options:

Key Points:

  • State Quota : 85% of seats in state medical colleges are reserved for state quota. Your chances are better here compared to the All India Quota (AIQ).

  • Reserved Category : If you belong to a reserved category (OBC, SC, ST), your chances improve due to lower cutoff requirements.

    GMERS (Gujarat Medical Education and Research Society):

  • State Quota : Your score might be competitive enough for a seat in GMERS under the state quota.

  • Previous Cutoffs : Check the previous years’ cutoffs for GMERS colleges to get a better idea.

    Government Medical Colleges:

  • All India Quota : Admission under AIQ can be tough with this rank, but it’s worth applying and participating in counseling.

  • State Government Colleges : Look into government colleges in your home state, as cutoffs can vary widely.

    If you want to get a list of all the possible colleges that you can get at your rank then,

    I would recommend you to use NEET college predictor tool by Careers360 to get the list of possible colleges you can get with your rank.


    Here is the link to the tool:

    https://medicine.careers360.com/neet-college-predictor?utm_source=qna&utm_medium=neet_cp

    Click on the above link, fill the required details and you will get the list of possible colleges at your rank.


    I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

    Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

Hello student

With a NEET score of 256, you may be eligible for admission to private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh . Here are some points to consider:


- *Private Medical Colleges*: All private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh have one type of cutoff .

- *100% All India Management Quota Cutoff*: The Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET), Lucknow, releases the Uttar Pradesh MBBS Management Quota Cutoff college-wise and category-wise .

- *No NRI seats*: There are no NRI seats available in Uttar Pradesh .

- *Cutoff Ranks and Scores*: The cutoff ranks and scores vary for different categories and colleges .

- *Eligibility*: You may be eligible for admission to private medical colleges with a NEET score of 256, but the eligibility criteria may vary for each college .


Some examples of private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh and their cutoff scores are :


- *Autonomous State Medical College, Ghazipur*: 612 (OPEN category)

- *MAHARANI LAXMI BAI MEDICAL COLL, JHANSI*: 610 (OBC category)

- *Autonomous State Medical College Society, Mirzapur*: 610 (EWS category)

- *Govt Medical College Basti*: 485 (SC category)

- *Autonomous State Medical College, Pratapgarh*: 449 (ST category)


Please note that these cutoff scores are subject to change and may vary for the current academic year. It's always best to check with the colleges directly for the most up-to-date information.

Hello student

Congratulations on your NEET 2024 score! With a rank of 71659 and a score of 605 marks in the GEN category with no reservation, your chances of getting a government BDS seat are possible, but it depends on various factors:


1. *Cutoff ranks*: Last year's cutoff ranks for government BDS seats varied across India, ranging from 30,000 to 1,50,000.

2. *Seat matrix*: The number of BDS seats available in government colleges and their distribution across states.

3. *State-wise counseling*: Counseling processes and seat allotment vary across states.

4. *Category-wise cutoffs*: GEN category cutoffs might be higher than reserved categories.


Based on previous years' trends, here are some possible scenarios:


- *Kerala*: You might get a government BDS seat in Kerala, as their cutoff ranks have been around 70,000-80,000 in previous years.

- *Tamil Nadu*: You have a chance in Tamil Nadu, where cutoff ranks have been around 60,000-70,000.

- *Other states*: In states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, or Rajasthan, the competition is higher, and cutoff ranks might be lower (around 40,000-50,000).


To increase your chances:


1. *Participate in state-wise counseling*: Register for counseling in multiple states to explore opportunities.

2. *Check seat matrices*: Look for states with a higher number of BDS seats in government colleges.

3. *Stay updated*: Monitor counseling schedules, cutoffs, and seat allotment lists regularly.


Remember, these are general insights based on previous years' trends. The actual cutoffs and seat allotment may vary. Best of luck!

Hello aspirant,
The competition for medical seats, especially in private colleges, is extremely intense. Cutoff marks have been rising steadily over the years. To get a seat in a private medical college, you would generally need a score significantly higher than 425.
But, you should not lose hope here, instead, you can consider other healthcare-related fields like BDS, BAMS, BHMS, or paramedical courses. If you're determined to pursue MBBS, focus on improving your score for the next NEET exam.
Remember, it's essential to stay positive and explore alternative paths.

I hope this information helps you.

Hello aspirant,
While the exact cutoff for BAMS in CSMSS can fluctuate yearly based on various factors, a score of 478 is generally considered good for getting admission to a government Ayurveda college like CSMSS.
Factors Affecting Admission:

  • Category: If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC), your chances of getting a seat increase significantly.
  • State Quota: Competition is generally lower for state quota seats compared to All India Quota seats.
  • Counseling Process: Your final rank after the counseling process will determine your admission.

    To increase your chances, you can participate in counselling or you can also explore other options too.

    I hope this information helps.
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