Kota Twin Brothers Achieve Perfect Symmetry with Identical JEE Main 2026 Scores
In the bustling city of Kota, renowned for its coaching institutes and intense academic schedules, brothers Mahroof Ahmed Khan and Masroor Ahmed Khan have captured attention with an extraordinary display of synchronization. The twins, who share not only a birthdate but also identical shoe sizes and eyeglass prescriptions, have now added another remarkable parallel to their lives: they both scored exactly 285 out of 300 in the JEE Main (Session-I) 2026, achieving an NTA score of 99.998.
NTA Rules and the Twins' Exam Journey
Under the guidelines established by the National Testing Agency (NTA), candidates who are twins must declare this status when registering for the same competitive examination. This protocol ensures the integrity of high-stakes exams like the JEE and NEET by requiring such siblings to take the test in the same shift. The Khan brothers' academic path began in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and, like countless other aspirants, led them to Kota in 2023 to immerse themselves in its famed coaching ecosystem.
From Bhubaneswar to Kota: A Family's Sacrifice
Their story is one of familial dedication and strategic relocation. Dr. Zeenat Begum, their mother and a gynaecologist who had served the Odisha government since the 1990s, made the significant decision to put her career on hold. She moved to Kota with her sons to support their ambitions, managing their daily routines, nutrition, health, and emotional well-being over three years in a high-pressure environment.
"When they decided to pursue a career in engineering and prepare in Kota for JEE, I left my job as I thought that if their career was made, I too could restart mine. But supporting them is important in this phase," Zeenat explained. Initially, the move was intended to be temporary, following the twins' selection for the International Science Olympiad in 2023. However, after experiencing Kota's academic atmosphere, they chose to stay for JEE coaching.
Academic Excellence and Mutual Competition
At the Allen Career Institute in Kota, the twins transformed every test into a private contest, leveraging their friendly rivalry as a powerful study tool. Prof. Amit Ahuja, a career counsellor at the institute, noted, "The twins came here sharing not just classrooms and notes, but an entire rhythm of preparation. Born on May 7, 2008, they have moved in parallel lines for as long as they can remember - same school, same coaching, same ambition."
Their mother highlighted how this competition was strictly constructive, describing each twin as the other's "friend" and "mirror." "They would study and give exams together and compare their scores with each other and with their previous attempts. It helped them identify their weaknesses, and they worked to improve them. This mutual competition is their greatest strength," Zeenat said.
Implications and Future Aspirations
The twins' achievement underscores the effectiveness of disciplined preparation and collaborative learning in competitive exam settings. By consistently pushing each other—analyzing mistakes, revising concepts, and setting new goals—they turned their innate symmetry into an academic advantage. As they look ahead, their identical scores not only mark a rare feat in JEE history but also set a precedent for how sibling dynamics can foster excellence in high-stakes environments.
This case also brings to light the broader trends in Indian education, where families often make substantial sacrifices to support their children's aspirations in fields like engineering. The Khan brothers' success story is a testament to resilience, strategic planning, and the unwavering support of a dedicated parent, offering inspiration to countless other students navigating the challenging landscape of competitive exams.
