because IIT offers a clear path to financial success, and my primary focus is on achieving financial stability. I’m confident I’ll get into IIT Bombay with a rank under 500. Being an IIT graduate means you get a good job, good pay, and lots of respect. I come from a middle-class family, and I want to help them out.

I got interested in computer science engineering when a teacher taught me C++ in 7th grade. Since then, I’ve wanted to become a software engineer. I used to go to the library to read computer science books. My dream to become a software engineer can come true only if I get into IIT.

Even though money was tight, I went to Kota for JEE coaching. That same year, my elder sister needed NEET coaching too, which made things tough financially. When I got the Dakshana scholarship, it was a big relief. It meant I could leave Kota and join Dakshana without adding more financial stress. Dakshana helps students like me get into IIT, which is awesome. I’ve been set on going to IIT since seventh grade, and I’m the first one in my family to aim for it. I will also try to get the best rank in Dakshana in my batch. I believe in my skills, and with practice and hard work, I’ll get there.

I’m really thankful to the Dakshana Foundation for all they’re doing for me. I’ll definitely find a way to give back to them.

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