Meet 18-year-old Tanvi Sharma who chose the Merchant Navy over NEET and JEE, and cracked it in just one month through self-study
- Posted on July 13, 2026
- By The Times of India
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Tanvi Sharma, an 18-year-old student from Jammu and Kashmir, defied conventional career expectations by pursuing a Merchant Navy career instead of traditional engineering and medical paths. Through dedicated self-study spanning just one month, she successfully passed the demanding entrance examination, demonstrating exceptional determination and strategic planning. Her achievement challenges the prevailing narrative around competitive exams in India and showcases alternative career opportunities for young aspirants seeking unconventional professional trajectories.
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