Narayana Educational Institutions proudly celebrates the outstanding performance of Narayanites in JEE Advanced 2026. Demonstrating exceptional academic excellence, Narayanites secured 6 of the Top 20 All India Open Category Ranks and an impressive 35 among the Top 100 ranks in the country.
Leading this remarkable achievement is Kuchi Sandeep, who secured All India Rank (AIR) 5 in the open category. A Narayana Schools student in Class 10 and a Narayana Junior college student in +2, from Hyderabad, Sandeep is also an Olympiad Gold medal winner, he brought pride to the nation by winning a Gold Medal at the International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025, and is all set to represent India yet again at the International Chemistry Olympiad 2026 in Uzbekistan.
The institution’s stellar performance also includes:
Manu Parameshwaran (AIR 13), a student of Narayana Schools, has achieved the top rank in Karnataka in JEE Advanced 2026.
Prince Choudhary – (AIR 14 – nPrep), from West Bengal
Veldurthi Harshith (AIR 15), a student of Narayana Schools from Tirupati.
Tanay Agarwal (AIR 16), an nPrep student from Karnataka and alumnus of Narayana Schools
Anish Muppalla (AIR 20), an nPrep student from Hyderabad.
Their exceptional achievements reflect Narayana’s commitment to nurturing academic excellence through a structured, research-driven, and student-centric learning ecosystem across the Nation.
Narayanites secured 35 ranks among the Top 100, as well as Ranks 101 and 102. In addition, Narayana students secured 219 ranks among the Top 1,000, paving the way for admissions into India’s premier Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). This achievement is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of the students, the unwavering support of their parents, and the guidance of Narayana’s experienced faculty
Congratulating the achievers, Dr. P. Sindhura, Director, Narayana Educational Institutions, said:
“The success of our students stems from Narayana’s robust learning ecosystem, which emphasises conceptual mastery, continuous practice, and technology-driven education. Through our Disha mental wellness programme, supported by a team of over 130 psychologists, we nurture students not only academically but also emotionally, ensuring their overall well-being throughout the demanding journey of competitive exam preparation.
Our unique Concept Definition Formula (CDF) methodology fosters analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, while structured micro-schedules maximise learning efficiency. Specialised IIT-focused final-stage assignments and intensive mentoring further strengthen students’ preparation and help them maximise their performance. Regular assessments, detailed performance analysis, and personalised mentoring enable students to continuously
improve and excel. Most importantly, our faculty members go beyond teaching, they inspire, motivate, and nurture every student’s potential.”
Ms. Sharani Ponguru, Director, Narayana Educational Institutions, attributed the phenomenal results to the strong collaboration between students, parents, and teachers, as well as the effective integration of technology into the learning process.
“Our in-house online self-learning platform, nLearn, enables real-time performance tracking, adaptive learning, and personalised academic support. By leveraging technology alongside expert mentorship, we ensure that every student receives the guidance required to realise their dreams, because at Narayana, ‘Your Dreams Are Our Dreams.'”
With a proud legacy spanning over 47 years, Narayana continues to set new benchmarks in academic excellence year after year. Committed to delivering personalised and high-quality education, the institution nurtures strong academic foundations while empowering students to achieve their dreams, because at Narayana, your dreams are our dreams.