Aurangabad Boy Piyush Kumar Scores 99.71 Percentile in UGC NET-JRF Geography, Cracking the National Exam for the 4th Consecutive Time
In a remarkable academic achievement that has brought immense pride to Bihar's Aurangabad district, local scholar Piyush Kumar has secured a stunning 99.71 percentile in Geography in the prestigious UGC NET-JRF examination. Hailing from Rasoiya village in the Kutumba block, Piyush's exceptional performance has qualified him for both the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and the Assistant Professorship, sparking celebrations across his hometown and inspiring competitive exam aspirants throughout the region.
Brilliant Performance: Scoring 248 Marks and Cracking NET for the Fourth Time
Piyush Kumar, son of Krishna Singh, demonstrated extraordinary academic mastery by scoring 248 out of 300 marks in Geography, firmly placing him among the nation’s top scorers. What makes his accomplishment truly monumental is that he has successfully qualified for the UGC NET competitive exam for the fourth consecutive time. Overcoming limited resources and challenging circumstances through disciplined study habits and unwavering focus, Piyush has set a high standard for academic perseverance.
Academic Journey and Groundbreaking Geoinformatics Research
Piyush began his early education at Patliputra Public School and St. Ignosius School before completing his Master of Arts (MA) in Geography at the prestigious University of Allahabad. He is currently pursuing his PhD in the Department of Geoinformatics at the Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ), Ranchi, where his research work is dedicated to integrating cutting-edge remote sensing technology with modern agricultural practices.
His research credentials are distinguished by collaborations on critical research projects supported by national and international bodies, including the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), the Department of Science and Technology (DST), and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR). Highlighting his academic recognition, Piyush was recently invited to deliver a special lecture at an expert workshop organized by the Department of Computer Science at BIT Mesra. Academicians, local leaders, and villagers have extended their heartfelt congratulations to the young scholar for bringing glory to Aurangabad.

