Pune: Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), the national leader in test preparatory services, proudly announced that Patil Soham, a Classroom Program student of the Pune branch, has emerged as the Pune City Topper in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 by securing All India Rank (AIR) 53.
The outstanding performance reflects Patil’s consistent hard work, determination, and disciplined preparation, supported by the academic mentorship and structured learning ecosystem at Aakash.
Patil Soham, a Classroom Program student from Aakash’s Pune Pulgate Branch, secured 695 out of 720 marks and achieved All India Rank (AIR) 53. Meanwhile, Nikhil Beval, also a Classroom Program student from the Pune Pulgate Branch, scored 675 out of 720 marks and secured AIR 389, delivering an outstanding performance.
AESL once again reaffirmed its position as India’s most trusted institute for medical entrance preparation by delivering an exceptional performance in NEET UG 2026. This year, Aakash students secured coveted top ranks with four students featuring in the Top 10, 18 students in the Top 50, and 41 students in the Top 100 nationwide and counting. These remarkable results underscore AESL’s legacy of academic excellence, its student-centric approach, and its ability to consistently produce top-ranking medical aspirants across the country through expert faculty, comprehensive study material, rigorous testing, and personalized mentoring.
Expressing his happiness, Patil Soham said:“Securing AIR 53 and becoming the Pune City Topper is a dream come true. I sincerely thank my parents for always believing in me and my teachers at Aakash for their constant guidance and motivation. The regular mock tests, detailed performance analysis, doubt-solving sessions, and disciplined classroom learning helped me strengthen my concepts and stay focused throughout my preparation. This achievement inspires me to work even harder towards becoming a successful doctor.”
Rahul Tyagi – Deputy Regional Director – Regional Director, AESL, said:“Patil’s achievement is a proud moment for the entire Aakash Pune family. His discipline, consistency, and willingness to learn made him stand out throughout his preparation. We congratulate him and his family on this well-deserved success and wish him the very best for the future.”
AESL’s integrated learning ecosystem combines expert faculty, scientifically designed study material, technology-enabled learning, regular assessments, AI-driven performance analytics, and personalized mentoring to help students excel in highly competitive examinations such as NEET. Through its extensive network of centres and digital learning platforms, AESL continues to mentor and inspire lakhs of aspirants every year.
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