Meet Indian genius, farmer’s son who cracked IIT-JEE exam at 13, PhD at 24, he is now…
Satyam Kumar, a farmer’s son from Bihar, India, achieved a remarkable feat by cracking the IIT-JEE exam at the age of 13. He secured an All India Rank (AIR) of 670 in 2012, becoming the youngest Indian to do so.

His journey began at a young age in a family with no history of formal education. Recognizing his talent, his parents admitted him to Central Public School, Patna. Despite financial struggles, Satyam’s determination led him to prepare for the IIT-JEE in Kota, Rajasthan, where he cracked the exam twice, first at age 12 and then again at 13 with a higher rank.
After his achievement at IIT-JEE, Satyam continued his academic journey. He completed a BTech-MTech Dual Degree in Electrical Engineering at IIT Kanpur in 2018 and went on to pursue a Ph.D. at the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on brain-computer interfaces. Remarkably, he also gained experience as a Machine Learning Intern at Apple Inc. until August 2023. Satyam’s story is a source of inspiration, showcasing how determination and commitment can lead to extraordinary achievements [❞] [❞].