WBJEE topper Soham Mistri to pursue Computer Science from IIT-Bombay, aims for MIT

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“The paper pattern of JEE Advanced is way different from the WBJEE. The JEE Advanced is more conceptual while WBJEE is theoretical,” Soham said.

Apart from self-study, Soham also opted for coaching for the preparation of Joint Entrance Examination. “To crack the competitive examinations such as WBJEE and JEE Advanced, a methodological study is required. I was in the regular class of FIITJEE Durgapur,” said the topper.

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The topper also followed the NCERT syllabus thoroughly for both the preparation of WBJEE and JEE Advanced. “The books I studied, Concept of Physics- HC Verma, Concise Inorganic Chemistry- J.D.Lee, Organic Chemistry- Clayden, Mathematics- Arihant publishers,” said the topper.

Soham with his parents

Like others, Soham has no social media account and spent his leisures with books and games. “I don’t like social media, and for me it is a waste of time.”

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Soham, a student of Hem Sheela Model School, Durgapur has cleared his class 12 from CBSE board with 98 per cent marks. He was the third rank holder in the state in board exams. He also scored a perfect 10 grades in class 10.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee congratulated the successful student. “Congratulations to all students who excelled and those who passed West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) 2019. Good wishes to your parents and good luck for all your future endeavours.”

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The West Bengal Joint Entrance examination result was declared on Thursday, June 20, and this year no female candidate was placed in the top 10 merit list.