Many say that lack of balance between academics, sports and extra-curricular activities can lead to dullness in a student’s personality. This timeless saying highlights an essential truth: finding balance is key to a satisfying and fulfilling life. For students aiming to excel in competitive exams like JEE and NEET, striking a balance between academic rigor and extra-curricular activities can be quite challenging.
As we talk about sports and extracurricular activity, it is important to distinguish between mindless and conscious leisure activities. While mindless activities, such as watching too much TV or constantly browsing social media, may provide short-term relief, they do little to hinder personal growth. On the other hand, meditative leisure activities, such as playing sports, reading or listening to music, not only refresh the mind but also improve general well-being.
However, it is not a matter of choosing one over the other. With the right guidance and management, students can progress academically and also actively participate in sports and other activities. FIITJEE is one of the institutes known for its unique approach in helping students grapple with this trade-off dilemma.
Take, for example, Shriyash Mohan Kalluri, a remarkable student who epitomizes the FIITJEE ethos. Starting from FIITJEE’s four-year classroom program (IX – XII), upgraded to PINNACLE – two-year integrated program (XI – XII), excelled not only academically but also in the field of sports. As a national level archer and Khelo India athlete, Shriyash has showcased his skills beyond the academic field, and achieved the remarkable feat of scoring 100 NTA score in JEE Main 2024 Session 1. Consider Harshit Singh, a student of FIITJEE’s four-year class program (IX). -XII) secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 112 in JEE Advanced 2022. Despite his rigorous academic schedule, Harshit remained deeply involved in basketball, even representing his institute in the inter-IIT sports meet, where he finished third. basketball. Harshit thanked FIITJEE for his success which not only honed his academic skills but also helped in his development as a sportsman.
West Bengal state topper Harshit pointed out the importance of concept building skills provided by FIITJEE, which proved helpful in his JEE Main and JEE Advanced preparation along with the invaluable study material provided.
Harshit said, “I would like to thank FIITJEE for my achievements and the study material, especially the Rankers study material given after finishing the course, proved to be a really valuable resource for me containing JEE Advanced focused questions.”
Similarly, Madhav Bansal’s journey exemplifies the holistic approach promoted by the institute. Rise of FIITJEE: Starting his educational journey from a two-year class program (VII-VIII) which expanded to a four-year class program (IX-XII), Madhav’s pursuit of excellence went beyond academics. Having a distinct identity in Hindustani classical music, Madhav’s versatility was nurtured alongside his academic endeavours, resulting in another remarkable achievement – a perfect 100 NTA score in JEE Main 2024 Session 1.
