Pune, June 2: In a remarkable achievement, over 10,000 girls have qualified for the JEE Advanced 2026, marking the highest number of female qualifiers in the history of the examination. This year, nearly one in every four girls who participated in the exam has succeeded.
The success rate for girls has surged by 89% since the introduction of supernumerary seats in 2019, aimed at increasing female participation in IITs. The number of girls qualifying for IITs has jumped from 5,356 in 2019 to 10,107 in 2026.
Additionally, the number of girls appearing for the JEE Advanced has increased from 33,249 to 40,562, reflecting a growth of approximately 22%. This trend indicates a consistent rise in both participation and success rates among girls in STEM education.
A total of 187,389 candidates registered for JEE Advanced 2026, with 179,694 appearing for the exam. Out of these, 56,880 candidates successfully passed. Candidates can check their scores using their roll number, mobile number, and date of birth, although the final answer key has yet to be released.
Pune’s Arohi Deshpande has emerged as the top female candidate in JEE Advanced 2026, securing an all-India rank of 77. Her family relocated to Kota for her IIT preparations, where she studied at Allen Institute. Arohi previously achieved an AIR of 99 in JEE Mains. Her parents, Prasad Deshpande, an IT professional, and Amita Deshpande, an environmental engineer, provided full support for her studies, allowing her to focus on achieving good marks rather than just ranks.