CBSE Topper Interview: From Geography Struggles to 100/100; Know Sharanyaa's Journey to 98.8%

CBSE Class 10 Topper 2026 Sharanyaa Tripathi shared her secret behind 98.8% marks in CBSE Class 10 board exam. She studied from NCERT books and overcame her fear of geography with practice. Read further to know her study pattern and her advice for CBSE 10th students appearing in 2027. 

CBSE Topper Interview: Sharanyaa Tripathi has scored 98.8% in the CBSE Class 10 board exams. Coming from a family of engineers, she focused on consistency over overworking. She score 100/100 in four subjects and overcome Geography struggle. In this conversation with shiksha, she shares why NCERT textbooks are important and how she managed 8-hour study sessions without stressing. 

Q: Congratulations on your result! How was your reaction after seeing CBSE 10th results? Did you score what you expected?

Sharanyaa: Thank you for your kind wishes. It was a joyful moment for my family and me. I did not expect to score such great marks. I was pretty disappointed with Mathematics, because it has been my forte.

Q: Did you follow any specific strategy for revision in last 1 to 2 months?

Sharanyaa: I practiced sample papers for all the subjects and re-read the textbook. I also revisited my previous school exam papers. I practiced all the NCERT questions for maths.

Q: What are your future plans? Which career path are you aiming?

Sharanyaa: I have opted for PCM with Artificial Intelligence in grade 11. I'm aiming to pursue BTech or a career in Data Sciences.

Q: Please share your subject-wise marks.

Q: During your CBSE board preparation, what did your daily routine look like, and how many hours did you spend studying on average?

Sharanyaa: I studied 4 hours a day. During my board exams, it stretched to around 7-8 hours. I woke up around 6 am and began with Math. I practiced sample papers in the morning and revised them during the evening. 

Q: What was your strategy to score 98.8%?

Sharanyaa: I maintained a constant approach. I didn't overwork myself. My motto was to not leave anything for the last minute. I attended my mother's tuition regularly. I followed my teachers’ advice. I studied regularly and followed everything my teacher suggested. 

Q: What is your favourite subject?

Sharanyaa: My favourite subjects are Mathematics and English. 

Q: Please tell us something about your family background.

Sharanyaa: I am a single child. My parents are engineers. My grandfather is an IITian. My mom has her own coaching classes, and I owe all my success to her. My father works as a national marketing head.

Q Which subject did you find most challenging, and how did you overcome it?

Sharanyaa: Geography was a subject I struggled with. Disciplined and regular alert towards the subject helped me achieve a perfect score. I focused on NCERT, and practised many sample papers and previous year papers.

Q How important were NCERT books in your preparation? Did you use any additional resources?

Sharanyaa: I read all the NCERT textbooks at least 10 times before each exam. I practiced the exercise questions.