Lucknow girl Neha Mishra topped the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) entrance test securing 82.10 per cent marks, the results of which were declared on Thursday.

Lucknow girl Neha Mishra topped the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) entrance test securing 82.10 per cent marks, the results of which were declared on Thursday, May 26.

“I went numb for a few minutes after I saw my result and got back to my normal self when my phone started ringing. I had dreamt of a decent rank but all India number 1 is unbelievable,” said Neha according to a TOI article.

Neha Mishra: Her success story

A resident of Balaganj, Neha is exceptionally good in her studies. She scored 94.1 per cent marks in her Class 10 board exams appearing from Study Hall, Gomtinagar and completed her high schooling from Delhi Public School, Jankipuram

Neha’s parents said she was always interested in creative things. “In school, I always participated in poster making competitions and debates. My parents have supported my aim of becoming a fashion designer,” said Neha

The entrance test comprised creative and general ability test of 80 marks and a 20-mark situation test. “I was asked to make a cafe at a car rally venue from materials like hardboard, quilling paper, straws etc. I think the cafe impressed the evaluators,” said Neha

She focused on other sections apart from creativity to crack the entrance test, “I rigorously studied mathematics and reasoning. Also, I regularly read newspapers to keep myself updated with general happenings,” concluded Neha.
(Source: TOI)

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