JEE Advanced Topper Who Left IIT Bombay for MIT: Chitraang Murdia's Journey of Choosing Passion Over Interest

Chitraang Murdia, who got AIR 1 in JEE Advanced exam, made a tough decision to leave BTech Computer Science course at IIT Bombay. Read about his journey below.

JEE Advanced Topper Who Left IIT Bombay for MIT: Chitraang Murdia's Journey of Choosing Passion Over Interest

Chitraang Murdia was JEE Advanced topper in the year 2014 with All India Rank of 1. He took admission to Bachelor of Technology in computer science course at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay. Despite his success in this field, Chitraang realised that while he was interested in computer science, his true passion lay in physics and the pure sciences. In an interview with shiksha.com back in 2014, he shared insights about his journey preparing for the JEE Advanced exam and the tough choice he made to leave IIT Bombay to pursue what he loved.

Also Read: JEE Advanced Rank Needed for IIT Bombay CSE Admission

Chitraang Murdia's JEE Preparation Tips

Chitrang has shared that:

• He took coaching classes at Allen in Kota.
• He signed up for weekend programs also.
• He traced his progress after each test.
• He used to study 15 hours a day.
• He achieved 335 out of 360 in JEE Mains and 334 out of 360 in JEE Advanced.

For those preparing for the JEE Advanced exam, he offered some valuable advice:

Work hard, focus, avoid distractions, and consider joining a coaching institute if you can.

Also Read: How to Prepare for JEE Advanced After JEE Mains

What Happened After Joining IIT B and Why Did He Quit?

In a 2014 interview with Shiksha.com, Chitraang Murdia shared that he felt IIT did not match his expectations in the long run. He was not sure about the research facilities at the IITs at the UG level.

Chitrang was confused about his decision to leave IIT after 1 year. He discussed with many people about his situation and desires.

Finally, after many thoughts he applied for a transfer to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and successfully got in. By transferring instead of starting fresh, he ensured that his year at IIT Bombay was still valuable and not wasted.

What is IIT JEE Topper Chitraang Murdia Doing Now?

Murdia shared his passion for research during a 2014 interview with shiksha.com. He is now working as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Pennsylvania. Before this role, he obtained his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, after earning his Bachelor's degree in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Who is a Postdoctoral Researcher?

A postdoctoral fellow, also called a postdoc, is someone who conducts research after completing their PhD, which is the highest level of academic study. This phase of research can be supported by a paid position or a grant that provides financial assistance. Postdocs usually work under the guidance of an experienced researcher known as a principal investigator.

In India, colleges like the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) also offer postdoctoral positions with stipends ranging from INR 65,000 to INR 80,000, along with additional benefits.

Video Recommendation: Top Engineering Colleges Apart from NITs and IITs

 Read More:

• List of IIT-IIM Dual Degree Courses via JEE Advanced - No CAT Score Required
• IITs Offering BTech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science: Admission via JEE Advanced
• State Wise BTech Admission via JEE Main: Counselling, Eligibility, Cutoff