Chandigarh: Students from Chandigarh and Panchkula delivered an outstanding performance in the JEE Advanced 2026 examination, with several candidates securing top All India Ranks (AIRs). Yajat Shinghal from Panchkula emerged as the top performer from the region, achieving AIR 21. He was followed by Arnav Gandhi (AIR 36), Aarush Singhal (AIR 45), and Aditya Gupta (AIR 81).
Top Performers and Their Achievements
Yajat Shinghal, a student of Bhavan Vidyalaya, Sector 15, Panchkula, also secured AIR 100 in JEE Main 2026. He qualified for the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO) and attended the Indian Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC) during Classes XI and XII. Additionally, he appeared for the Indian National Chemistry Olympiad (INChO) this year. Yajat, who developed a deep interest in Mathematics early on, emphasized that concept clarity and nearly eight hours of regular self-study formed the core of his preparation strategy.
Arnav Gandhi, also from Bhavan Vidyalaya, Sector 15, secured AIR 36 after achieving AIR 22 in JEE Main. He qualified for the Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) in Class 10, IOQM and the Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO) in Class 11, and the National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP) and Chemistry (NSEC) in Class XII. Arnav credited consistent practice and meticulous analysis of mistakes after mock tests for his steady improvement. He studied six to eight hours daily and aims to pursue computer science engineering at IIT Mumbai.
Aarush Singhal of Bhavan Vidyalaya, Sector 27-B, Chandigarh, secured AIR 45 after an impressive AIR 8 in JEE Main. He qualified for multiple Olympiads, including INMO, the Indian National Physics Olympiad (INPhO), INChO, and the Indian National Astronomy Olympiad (INAO), and attended training camps. Aarush noted that shorter but focused study sessions were more effective for him than long hours.
Aditya Gupta of Sri Chaitanya Techno School secured AIR 81, scoring 278 out of 360. He had earlier achieved a 99.9 percentile in JEE Main. Aditya said that continuous analysis and reducing errors played a key role in his preparation. He followed a rigorous study schedule of around 12.5 hours daily.
Overall Performance and Implications
The results underscore the Tricity's strong academic environment and the emphasis on conceptual learning, disciplined preparation, and competitive exam readiness. The achievements of these students highlight the effectiveness of dedicated study routines and participation in Olympiads.
Student Profiles
- Yajat Shinghal: Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula | AIR 21 (Advanced), AIR 100 (Main) | Study: 8 hrs/day | Hobbies: puzzles, Rubik’s Cube
- Arnav Gandhi: Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula | AIR 36 (Advanced), AIR 22 (Main) | Study: 6 to 8 hrs/day | Goal: IIT Mumbai CSE
- Aarush Singhal: Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh | AIR 45 (Advanced), AIR 8 (Main) | Study: 6 to 8 hrs/day | Goal: IIT Mumbai CSE
- Aditya Gupta: Sri Chaitanya Techno School | AIR 81 | Score: 278/360 | JEE Main: 99.9 percentile | Study: 12.5 hrs/day
