Aryan Gupta has secured All India Rank (AIR) 1 in the NEET UG 2026 examination by achieving an impressive score of 715 out of 720 marks. His accomplishment is attributed to years of diligent study and personal motivation, including the loss of his grandmother to cancer. This significant personal experience has profoundly influenced his ambition to pursue a career in medicine.

VIDEO | Ludhiana: Punjab’s Aryan Gupta topped the NEET-UG for medical admissions.

He says, “I secured AIR 1, I scored 715 out of 720, my father and mother are doctors… I worked hard, I would not get sleep, but it is feeling surreal now, looking like a dream, everyone is happy,… pic.twitter.com/wwsNL8QNeX

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 16, 2026

In sharing the top score with Panshul Bansal from Haryana, Aryan was awarded the top rank based on the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) tie-breaking procedures. His family background in medicine has further reinforced his commitment to the field, as both his father, Dr Sachin Gupta, and mother, Dr Reena Gupta, are established doctors.

Aryan’s elder brother is currently studying for his MBBS, having achieved All India Rank 54 in the previous NEET examination. The familial ties to the medical profession have instilled in Aryan a lifelong passion for healthcare.

Aryan’s Study Routine and Aspirations

In a statement following the announcement of the results, Aryan emphasised the intense dedication required for his NEET preparation. He recounted studying for approximately 16 to 17 hours daily, often sacrificing sleep for his studies. Despite the overwhelming nature of his achievement, he expressed satisfaction in seeing the fruits of his hard work.

His aspiration to become an oncologist stems from a personal tragedy; Aryan lost his grandmother to stage 4 cancer when he was in Class 3. This event motivated him to specialise in oncology and contribute to combating the disease. He reflected on the helplessness felt by his family at that time, vowing to make a difference in the future by pursuing a career focused on treating cancer.

Despite being ranked first, Aryan considers this achievement merely the beginning of his medical journey. He views the accomplishment as a stepping stone towards entering medical college and ultimately realising his goal of developing expertise in cancer treatment.

Advice for Future Aspirants and Competitive Examination Journey

Aryan offered guidance for future candidates preparing for the NEET exam, encouraging them to trust their educators and maintain a consistent study schedule. He advised aspiring students to employ diligent work habits and discipline, which were crucial for his success during preparation.

His journey into competitive examinations commenced earlier than many others, as he began his preparations in Class 6 following success in a scholarship examination in 2019. Aryan believes this early start laid a fundamental groundwork for his NEET endeavours.

According to data published by the NTA, 11.21 lakh candidates successfully qualified for the NEET UG 2026 examination. Among the participants, 19 candidates achieved scores surpassing 700, while 138 candidates earned marks exceeding 690. Aryan’s final score of 715 positioned him firmly at the top of the national merit list.

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