Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) Achieves Record Breaking Milestone

Mumbai, November 07, 2024: Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), the national leader in test preparatory services, has achieved a phenomenal milestone — One Million students participated in its flagship scholarship examination, the Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) 2024. Held nationwide, ANTHE is renowned for empowering aspiring students from Class VII-XII with up to 100% scholarships and substantial cash awards to pursue their dreams in medicine and engineering.

This extraordinary milestone is a first in the test preparation sector, that is remarkable and unprecedented. This feat not only reflects the growing trust in the high-quality teaching imparted at Aakash but also establishes a new benchmark for future initiatives. The scholarship exam was held across India in both online and offline mode from October 19-27, 2024.

ANTHE 2024 offered students a platform to showcase their skills and ambitions while providing them with access to AESL’s rigorous and comprehensive coaching programs, designed to excel in competitive exams like NEET, JEE, State CETs, and prestigious scholarships such as NTSE and Olympiads.

Mr. Deepak Mehrotra, MD and CEO of Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), shared, “ANTHE is more than a scholarship exam; it’s an opportunity for young minds to unlock their potential and gain access to quality education. We are committed to supporting students nationwide, enabling them to compete at the highest levels and realize their dreams of a successful career in medicine or engineering.”

ANTHE has built a legacy of nurturing talent, and many past participants have gone on to achieve top ranks in NEET UG and JEE Advanced, setting benchmarks across the nation. Designed as a one-hour test with a total score of 90, ANTHE comprises 40 multiple-choice questions, tailored to each class and stream, covering subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and Mental Ability.

For Class VII-IX students, the exam tests fundamentals across these subjects. Class X students aiming for medical or engineering pathways are assessed accordingly: medical aspirants cover Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mental Ability, while engineering aspirants tackle Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Mental Ability. Similarly, Class XI-XII students are tested in their chosen fields—medical aspirants in Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology, and engineering aspirants in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

With the participation of one million students, ANTHE continues to inspire and cultivate academic excellence across India, providing each participant with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to achieve their academic and professional goals.