In a remarkable academic achievement, 597 students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) have successfully cleared the JEE and NEET examinations in the 2024–25 session, marking one of the strongest performances by tribal students in the country.

According to official data, students from Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest number of qualifiers, showcasing the growing academic strength and expanding opportunities for tribal youth in STEM and medical fields.

Breakdown of Performance

• A total of 597 EMRS students cleared the country’s toughest entrance exams—JEE Main/Advanced for engineering and NEET UG for medical admissions.

• Students from Gujarat led the results with a significant number of qualifiers, followed closely by Madhya Pradesh.

• Many of the selected candidates are first-generation learners who belong to remote tribal regions, making this achievement especially noteworthy.

Reasons Behind the Strong Performance

Officials attribute this success to:

• Improved academic infrastructure in EMRS schools

• Introduction of dedicated coaching programmes for JEE/NEET aspirants

• Support from experienced faculty and government-backed learning initiatives

• Enhanced focus on science and mathematics education

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has emphasized that these results reflect the positive impact of continuous reforms aimed at uplifting tribal education standards.

Voices of Appreciation

Educationists and policymakers have applauded the students’ performance. Several state governments, including Gujarat and MP, have announced felicitation programmes for high-achieving EMRS students.

Parents and local communities have also expressed pride, stating that these results will inspire many more tribal students to dream big and pursue professional careers.

What This Means for EMRS

The consistently improving results signal a major transformation in tribal education. With more students gaining entry into top engineering and medical institutions, EMRS schools are emerging as powerful platforms for bridging educational gaps and creating pathways to national-level opportunities.