Odisha's Eklavya Model Residential Schools Celebrate JEE Main 2026 Success
In a significant achievement for government-run education in Odisha, eleven students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across the state have successfully qualified in Phase I of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026. This announcement was made by the school and mass education department in an official release on Monday, highlighting the growing academic prowess of these institutions.
Top Performer Avish Alam Leads with 97.5 Percentile
The standout performer among the qualifiers is Avish Alam, a day scholar from EMRS Karanjia located in the Mayurbhanj district. Alam achieved an impressive 97.5 percentile, topping the list of successful candidates from EMRS schools in Odisha. His remarkable score underscores the quality of education and dedication fostered within these residential schools.
School-Wise Breakdown of Qualified Students
The distribution of qualifiers across various EMRS schools showcases a broad-based success:
- EMRS Lahunipara in Sundargarh district recorded the highest number of qualifiers, with five students making the cut.
- EMRS Ranki in Keonjhar followed closely with three students qualifying.
- EMRS Karanjia in Mayurbhanj saw two students succeed, including Avish Alam and Samu Paleya.
- EMRS Bangriposi, also in Mayurbhanj, contributed one student to the list of qualifiers.
This diverse representation from multiple districts reflects the widespread impact of EMRS in nurturing talent across rural and tribal areas of Odisha.
Implications for Government Education Initiatives
The success of these students in JEE Main 2026 Phase I is a testament to the effectiveness of the Eklavya Model Residential Schools program, which aims to provide quality education to students from Scheduled Tribes and other marginalized communities. By preparing students for highly competitive exams like JEE, EMRS is playing a crucial role in bridging educational gaps and empowering youth from underserved regions.
As these qualifiers advance to subsequent phases of JEE Main and potentially JEE Advanced, their achievements serve as an inspiration for future batches and reinforce the importance of sustained investment in government-run educational schemes. The Odisha government's focus on enhancing academic outcomes through such initiatives is clearly yielding positive results, setting a benchmark for other states to follow.
