NTA released CUET result 2026 on June 23, 2026. Devina Gahlot from Delhi secures AIR 1 in CUET UG 2026. Check this page to know how she prepared for CUET and her exam-taking strategy.
CUET UG 2026 Topper (AIR 1) Devina Gahlot says Keep Calm, Take Breaks & Revise Regularly
CUET 2026 Topper Devina Gahlot secured 1232.19 out of 1250 marks in five UG subjects in Common University Entrance Test. In her interview with media channels, she has described her preparation strategy and things that she did while studying for the examination. Her interview highlighted her discipline, consistency and clarity in her study pattern instead of pressure-driven study. Students preparing for the next academic cycle (CUET UG 2027) are now seeing her insights as guidance for their studies.
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Check below the key points mentioned by Devina that helped her be one of the toppers.
NCERT is the Foundation of Everything
As per Devina's interview, her CUET UG preparation was mostly from NCERT books. Instead of taking help from other reference materials, she focused on reading NCSERT textbooks religiously and repeatedly.
Taking Breaks and Maintaining Balance are Important
To ensure mental balance while preparing for the exam, she ensured to take breaks and avoid burnout.
Consistency Matters More than Long Study Hours
Devina Gahlot mentioned that she did not follow an extreme timetable and maintained a steady and disciplined study routine for everyday.
Focus on Concepts Instead of Memorisation
In her interview with the media, she stressed conceptual understanding over rote memorization. With good conceptual knowledge, she was able to confidently answer application-based and tricky questions in CUET UG question paper.
Mock Paper Revisions are a Must
Regular mock tests and revision are important to secure good marks in CUET UG exam. Preparing for Boards exam plays a good role in CUET UG preparation, but mock tests can be considered as an essential part of CUET preparation.
95% Hardwork and 5% Luck
A memorable point mentioned by Devina was a quote from her grandfather, "95% is hard work and 5% is luck." According to her, she was sure of getting good marks in the CUET UG exam as her papers went well, but she did not imagine securing first position in the entrance test.
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CUET UG 2026 Toppers List
Check the names and scores of top 20 candidates in CUET UG 2026 exam:
| Application Number |
Aggregate NTA Score in Five |
Candidate Name |
|---|---|---|
| 263510269243 |
1232.19 |
DEVINA GAHLOT |
| 263510280526 |
1230.82 |
SAKSHAM GOEL |
| 263510250636 |
1207.21 |
UDIT CHATURVEDI |
| 263510857590 |
1205.96 |
SHREYANSH MISHRA |
| 263510690773 |
1203.78 |
KHUSHI SABLOK |
| 263510166320 |
1202.15 |
JAYATI CHHAPARIA |
| 263510282507 |
1201.71 |
ANUMIT KHATRI |
| 263510435802 |
1197.54 |
INAAYA MITTAL |
| 263510364596 |
1188.97 |
SHRISTY ABHINAV |
| 263510097074 |
1188.03 |
AADI SHUKLA |
| 263510169655 |
1186.56 |
BHUMIKA |
| 263511025556 |
1186.3 |
DIVYANSH MULEY |
| 263510642106 |
1184.34 |
SHATAKSHI MISHRA |
| 263510957952 |
1182.74 |
PURBITA RAHA |
| 263510169135 |
1182.02 |
AYUSH PRIYA |
| 263510150578 |
1181.18 |
PRITI |
| 263510036813 |
1181.13 |
JAYESH GUPTA |
| 263510540260 |
1180.91 |
ALISHA MARIA THOMAS |
| 263510165473 |
1180.1 |
SIMRAN JAIN |
| 263510531257 |
1177.65 |
AARAV KUMAR |
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