NEET UG 2026 Topper: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met NEET UG 2026 AIR 2 Panshul Bansal from Haryana and congratulated him on his remarkable performance in the country's biggest medical entrance exam. Sharing the meeting on social media, Pradhan praised Panshul's dedication, calling his success a reflection of the determination and aspirations of India's youth.
The minister wished Panshul a bright future and expressed confidence that he would serve society by contributing to India's growing healthcare ecosystem through excellence, service, and years of consistent effort and perseverance.
Minister Praises Panshul's Dedication and Hard Work
During the meeting, Dharmendra Pradhan applauded Panshul Bansal for securing one of the highest ranks in NEET UG 2026. The minister said his achievement is the result of years of dedication, perseverance, and consistent effort, adding that such accomplishments inspire millions of students preparing for competitive exams across the country.
Confidence in Panshul's Future Healthcare Contribution
Pradhan wished the Haryana student success in his medical career, expressing confidence that Panshul will serve society by contributing to India's growing healthcare ecosystem through excellence and dedication.
AIR 1 Aryan Gupta's Success Story
Aryan Gupta from Ludhiana secured All India Rank 1 with 715 out of 720 marks and a 99.9999 percentile. He credited his success to disciplined preparation, guidance from teachers, and constant family support, encouraging future aspirants to trust their teachers and complete every assignment sincerely.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Overview
Conducted by the National Testing Agency on June 21, 2026, NEET UG 2026 saw around 20 lakh candidates appear across 5,440 centres in 551 Indian cities and 14 international cities. Of these, 11.21 lakh candidates qualified for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other undergraduate medical courses.