NEET UG 2025 AIR 2 Utkarsh Awadhiya Reveals How He Cracked the Exam in First Attempt With 99.99 Percentile

In this exclusive interview with Shiksha.com, NEET UG Topper Utkarsh talks about his preparation techniques, board-NEET balancing act, and insights for first-timers and repeaters appearing in NEET UG 2026.

NEET UG 2025, AIR 2, Utkarsh Awadhiya

Utkarsh Awadhiya from Madhya Pradesh has achieved All India Rank 2 in the NEET UG 2025 results, securing a 99.99 percentile score in his first attempt. Also a state topper from MP, Utkarsh now now wante to get into AIIMS New Delhi. In this interview he talks about preparation techniques, balancing between board and NEET and tips for first timers and those who are going to retake in 2026.

Q: What was your reaction when you saw your NEET UG 2025 result?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: I was very happy, it was a shock. I was expecting a rank under 100, but getting AIR 2 felt surreal. It was overwhelming at first, but now it has finally sunk in.

Q: And what about your parents and teachers?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: My parents were elated. There were tears of joy in their eyes. Relatives kept calling—so many that I had to keep my phone on silent for a while. My teachers were also very happy. Their two years of effort had paid off.

Q: What was your preparation strategy?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: My strategy was simple, be consistent, follow what teachers say, and be very focused. I was attentive in class and serious about every test, especially ones at Aakash Institute. Regular testing helped me immensely.

Q: Was this your first attempt?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: Yes, this was my first attempt.

 Q: How did you manage board exams along with NEET preparation?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: Syllabus overlap a lot, especially for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. So if you’ve understood concept well for NEET, writing board answers becomes easier. Just prepare for English and other subjects around a month before boards and you will do well.

Q: Which subjects were easy or difficult for you?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: Physics was easiest because I enjoyed it the most. Most difficult part was rote memorisation, like line-by-line rectification of NCERT for certain topics.

Q: NEET UG prep can be exhausting. How did you unwind?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: I always reserved 2–3 hours daily for refreshing myself. After 4–5 hours of studying, I’d take breaks, play sports, or chat with friends. It helped me reset and study again with better focus.

Q: What role did Aakash Institute play in your success?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: Aakash played an important role, supportive teachers, excellent modules, structured planners, and especially test series like NBTS and NRTs. Everything was well organized, and I didn’t need to look elsewhere for material.

Q: Which college are you planning to join now?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: I’m looking to join AIIMS New Delhi.

Q: Lastly, what advice would you appear for NEET in 2026?

Utkarsh Awadhiya: Be consistent and follow your teachers’ guidance. For droppers, my advice is: don’t repeat last year’s mistakes, reflect, improve, and stay focused.

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