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- In a remarkable academic feat that has put Punjab’s Mansa district in the spotlight, a 16-year-old student from a small village school has topped the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class XII examinations with a flawless score.
- Supneet Kaur, a science stream student of Gurukul Academy Public Senior Secondary School in Ubbha village, secured 500 out of 500 marks in the board examinations, the results of which were announced on Wednesday.
- Her father, Raj Singh, who runs a private school in the village, said she had studied in their institution until Class X before moving ahead in senior secondary education.
In a remarkable academic feat that has put Punjab’s Mansa district in the spotlight, a 16-year-old student from a small village school has topped the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class XII examinations with a flawless score.
Supneet Kaur, a science stream student of Gurukul Academy Public Senior Secondary School in Ubbha village, secured 500 out of 500 marks in the board examinations, the results of which were announced on Wednesday. Her achievement has drawn praise from educators and residents alike, with many hailing it as an inspiring example of rural talent excelling on the state stage.
A student of the non-medical stream, Supneet has balanced academics with sports achievements as well. She represented her school at the National School Games 2024–25 and won a bronze medal in fencing, showcasing excellence beyond the classroom.
Despite coming from a village background, Supneet said she never considered location a barrier to success. Speaking about her preparation, she credited disciplined self-study, guidance from teachers and effective use of digital learning tools.
She devoted around three hours daily to self-study in addition to attending tuition classes. To strengthen her understanding of concepts, she regularly used online platforms such as YouTube and educational resources available through Google and ChatGPT.
Supneet now aims to clear the National Defence Academy (NDA) examination and fulfil her dream of joining the Indian Air Force.
Her family members expressed immense pride in her accomplishment. Her father, Raj Singh, who runs a private school in the village, said she had studied in their institution until Class X before moving ahead in senior secondary education. Her mother, Parminder Kaur, works as an anganwadi worker.
Academic excellence appears to run in the family. Supneet shared that her younger sister had also secured full marks in her Class V examinations, while her younger brother is currently studying in Class III.
Teachers and residents of Ubbha village celebrated the achievement, describing it as a moment of pride not only for the school but for the entire region. Many believe Supneet’s success sends a strong message that students from rural areas can compete with the best when given the right support and determination.
