Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 14: Asher John, a bright young talent from Bengaluru, has made a significant mark by securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 1386 in the JEE Advanced examination. Born to Somya John, CVP HR at Blue Yonder, and Calvin John, VP Marketing at Glance, Asher’s journey is a captivating story of curiosity, dedication, and academic brilliance.
From a young age, Asher’s inquisitive nature often led him into adventures and, occasionally, a bit of trouble. His constant quest to understand how things work and his love for reading fuelled his passion for learning. Throughout his early years at Gear Innovative International School, Asher consistently ranked at the top 1% of his grade, earning numerous accolades both at school and outside.
Highlights of Asher’s Academic Achievements:
Indian National Chemistry Olympiad (INChO):
- 2023: Placed among the national top 1%.
Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan:
- 2018: First Rank in State Level Camp (Level II); represented Karnataka in the National Camp.
- 2019: Participation in State Level Camp (Level II).
Infosys Catch Them Young (CTY):
- Selected for the “Exposure to Software Development” training program scheduled from April 6 to April 17, 2020.
HELIODYSSEY 2019 by Space India:
- Achieved an All India Rank of 78 (91.4 percentile) in the Space HelioOdyssey Test (SHOT).
- Selected as part of the official SPACE team of astronomers and scientists to conduct experiments during the 26th December 2019 Solar Eclipse (The Great Ring of Fire – India 2019).
ASSET Achievements:
- 2017-2018: Certificate of Outstanding Performance.
- 2018: Multiple Certificates of Outstanding Performance, including in Science, and the Asset Scholar Certificate – Gold Scholar Certificate.
- 2019: Continued excellence with multiple Certificates of Outstanding Performance and the Asset Scholar Certificate – Gold Scholar Certificate, as well as a Certificate of Academic Excellence in Astrophysics & Astronomy from the Asset Summer Program at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT).
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF):
- 2016: SOF IEO – International Rank 6.
- 2018: SOF IMO – International Rank 4271.
“Along from my school, coaching, and my regular self-studies, I put in between 12 to 14 hours daily, preparing for JEE” says Asher John. His JEE scores have seen tremendous progress between his Jee Mains AIR of 9700 to 1386 in Jee Advanced AIR. He didn’t allow his Jee Mains rank to perturb him and kept at it for his Jee Advanced exam.
Asher’s deep interest in Physics was evident from a young age, and by the 8th grade, he was certain he wanted to delve deeper into the subject. His dream is to explore Engineering Physics at one of the top IITs, and his achievement in JEE Advanced brings him a step closer to this goal.
Asher’s journey from a curious child to a top achiever in one of India’s toughest exams is an inspiration to students everywhere. His story demonstrates that with curiosity, dedication, and hard work, remarkable achievements are within reach.
About Gear Innovative International School: Gear Innovative International School is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and holistic development in its students. With a focus on innovative learning and nurturing curiosity, the school has been a foundation for many successful young minds.
About JEE Advanced: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced is one of the most challenging engineering entrance exams in India, serving as the gateway to prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Achieving a high rank in this examination is a significant accomplishment, reflecting a student’s dedication, intelligence, and hard work.
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