National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has declared the NEET MDS 2026 results, and Maharashtra’s Dr. Namira Mohammad Ghalib Siddiqui has emerged as the All India Rank (AIR) 1 holder. She secured the top position with an impressive score of 802 out of 960 marks, making her one of the highest achievers in this year’s postgraduate dental entrance examination.
According to reports, Namira, a student of Swargiya Dadasaheb Kalmegh Smruti Dental College and Hospital, Nagpur, credited her success to disciplined preparation, consistency, and extensive practice of previous years’ question papers. She revealed that she preferred studying late at night as the quiet environment helped her maintain better concentration and avoid daytime distractions.
Speaking about her preparation strategy, Namira said that solving previous years’ papers under timed conditions played a crucial role in improving her speed and accuracy for the actual examination. She also followed a demanding study schedule during the preparation period, focusing on revision and exam-oriented practice.
Coming from a middle-class family in Maharashtra, Namira’s achievement has been widely praised across the state. Her success highlights the growing presence of students from smaller cities in highly competitive national-level medical and dental entrance examinations.
The NEET MDS 2026 examination was conducted on May 2, while the results were announced on June 2. Qualified candidates will now proceed to the counselling process for admission to Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) programmes across India.
Key Takeaways for Aspirants
- Focus on regular revision and concept clarity.
- Practice previous years’ question papers extensively.
- Attempt mock tests in a time-bound manner.
- Create a study schedule that suits your concentration pattern.
- Prioritize consistency over long but irregular study hours.
For thousands of NEET MDS aspirants, Namira Siddiqui’s journey serves as a reminder that disciplined preparation and smart exam strategy can lead to extraordinary results.
