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From Bihar Village to IIT Kanpur: 13-Year-Old JEE Champion Now Works at The Times of India
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 04:03 PM
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A boy from a remote village in Bihar topped the JEE exam at age 13, secured admission to IIT Kanpur, interned at Apple, and has since joined The Times of India as a professional.
A 13‑year‑old boy from a small village in Bihar achieved a remarkable feat by cracking the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) at a record‑low age. His performance earned him a place at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, one of the country’s top engineering institutions.
While at IIT Kanpur, he pursued a degree in engineering, balancing rigorous coursework with extracurricular activities. His academic excellence and curiosity led him to secure an internship at Apple Inc., where he gained exposure to global technology practices.
After completing his internship, the young engineer returned to India and joined The Times of India. In his current role, he applies his technical knowledge to support the newspaper’s digital initiatives and editorial processes.
The journey from a rural village to a leading national publication underscores the transformative power of education and determination in India’s evolving professional landscape.
While at IIT Kanpur, he pursued a degree in engineering, balancing rigorous coursework with extracurricular activities. His academic excellence and curiosity led him to secure an internship at Apple Inc., where he gained exposure to global technology practices.
After completing his internship, the young engineer returned to India and joined The Times of India. In his current role, he applies his technical knowledge to support the newspaper’s digital initiatives and editorial processes.
The journey from a rural village to a leading national publication underscores the transformative power of education and determination in India’s evolving professional landscape.