Avni Kejriwal, a CBSE Class 12 student at DPS Ranchi, has secured a perfect score of 500 out of 500 following a board re-evaluation process. Initially scoring 95.2 percent when results were released on May 13, the student successfully challenged her marks in subjects including English and Business Studies to achieve the maximum possible total.
How the re-evaluation changed the results
The transition from a 95.2 percent score to a perfect 500 represents a significant upward revision for the student. According to Kejriwal, her initial English score was 81, and her Business Studies score was 95. She stated she was confident that these marks did not accurately reflect her academic performance, prompting her to use the CBSE website to apply for a formal review. This case follows similar recent reports, such as a NEET aspirant from Bokaro who also reached the status of CBSE Class 12 Science topper following a biology paper re-evaluation. These instances highlight a trend where students who contest initial results may see substantial changes to their final standing.
What academic strategy did the student follow?
Kejriwal attributes her academic success to a goal-oriented approach rather than tracking study hours. She explained that her preparation focused on completing two or three specific learning topics each day, regardless of the time required to finish them. Additionally, she advised peers to moderate social media usage to ensure it does not interfere with their educational goals. Dr. Jaya Chauhan, Principal of DPS Ranchi, credited the student’s achievement to her determination and consistent effort, noting that the result brings recognition to the institution.
What could happen next?
With the re-evaluation process finalized, Kejriwal may now be considered a national topper, potentially impacting her prospects for higher education. She has expressed an intention to pursue studies aligned with her goal of starting her own business. While the student is now focused on her future career path, the broader implications of her case may lead other students to more closely scrutinize their own examination outcomes. It is likely that the frequency of re-evaluation requests will continue to be a subject of interest for students and educators alike as they weigh the benefits of challenging board-assessed marks.
