Scored a Perfect 500/500! CBSE Topper AIR 1 Aarav Malhotra Reveals His Study Hacks and Booklist!

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New Delhi [India], June 13: In a year when lakhs of students appeared for the CBSE Class 10 examinations, Aarav Malhotra has emerged as one of the shining stars, scoring a perfect 500 out of 500. The Noida-based student's incredible feat has made his family and school proud and inspired thousands of aspiring students across the country.
In an exclusive conversation, Aarav opened up about his preparation strategy, the challenges he faced, and the role Oswaal Books played in his journey to perfection.
"I believe consistency and smart study matter more than just long hours. I never followed a fixed number of study hours, but I made sure every hour I studied was distraction-free and meaningful," says Aarav, who aspires to pursue science in his higher secondary education.
When asked about how he approached different subjects, Aarav explained, "Each subject needs a different strategy. For Math and Science, I focused more on concept clarity and practicing as many different types of questions as possible. Social Science and English were more about understanding and expressing well."
Aarav credits a significant part of his success to the right study material. "I relied heavily on Oswaal Books -- especially their Question Banks and Sample Papers. The way their content is structured makes it easy to revise topics quickly. The mind maps and concept videos in their books were extremely helpful," he shares.

He also pointed out that practicing from Oswaal's sample papers gave him a real exam-like experience. "Solving those papers helped me manage time better and understand the CBSE paper pattern more clearly. In fact, many similar questions appeared in the actual exam."
Despite the pressure, Aarav remained calm and focused, a quality he attributes to support from his parents and teachers. "They never pressured me for marks but encouraged me to do my best," he says with a smile.
For future aspirants, Aarav has a simple message: "Stay consistent, trust the process, and use quality resources like Oswaal Books. They really make a difference."
As Aarav steps into the next chapter of his academic journey, he remains grounded and focused. His story is a powerful reminder that with the right mindset, guidance, and resources, achieving excellence is well within reach.
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