Inspirational IIT-JEE Stories: Students Who Fought All Odds to Reach IITs

For many privileged students the 'IIT dream' remains an unfulfilled wish but the right intention and willpower can make this an achievable goal. Meet 5 such students who cracked the toughest engineering entrance exam despite all challenges.

From Pani-Puri Stall to IITs: How These Students Chased the IIT Dream

For many students, IITs remain a dream institute. It is not just a college, but a gateway to endless opportunities. Getting into IITs is tough even for the ones who have all the means, but some students had to fight way too many battles to get there. These students show how strength, consistency, and self-confidence become the strongest pillars during tough times. Their struggles to reach IITs is not just about education but many more hardships. Read to know the inspiring journeys of some of these students.

Harsh Gupta: From Pani-Puri Stall to IIT

Son of a pani-puri seller, landed up at IIT Roorkee. He failed class 11th and struggled with illness but instead of quitting, he took up the challenge. He proves it is fine to fall as long as you rise up again.

Naga Naresh Karutura: Lost His Legs, Not His Will

When Naga Naresh was eight, he lost both his legs in an accident. But that never stopped him from chasing his dream. He cleared JEE Advanced and joined IIT Madras. Today, he works at Google and continues to inspire others.

Mohan Abhyas: The Samosa Seller’s Son Into IITB

Mohan’s father ran a small samosa stall. He studied with complete dedication and made it to IIT Bombay. After graduating, he landed a job in the US.

Abhishek Bhartiya: Cobbler’s Son Who Refused to Give Up

Abhishek’s father worked as a cobbler while his mother stitched rags to support the family. Money was always tight, but Abhishek never lost hope. He studied whenever he could without any proper resources and cleared the toughest JEE Advanced exam. He went on to study aerospace engineering at IIT Kanpur. 

Shubham Chaurasia: From Super 30 to IIT Delhi

His journey started from Super 30-an initiative that works with underprivileged students to study for IIT JEE. He got admission in IIT Delhi. His success proves that right mentoring and hard work can help achieve any dream.