Aakash Honours Outstanding IOQM & ANTHE 2025 Achievers at Felicitation Ceremony in Chennai
Chennai, 22nd November 2025: Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), India’s premier provider of test
preparatory services, honoured its top-performing students in the Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM)
2025 and the Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) 2025 at a special felicitation ceremony held in Chennai.
The high achievers, particularly those from the Tamil Nadu region, were celebrated for their exceptional academic
performance, showcasing their commitment to excellence in two of the nation’s most competitive examinations.
The atmosphere at the ceremony was a blend of pride and excitement as students and their families gathered to
commemorate their perseverance and extraordinary accomplishments.
The year’s performance in the Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) 2025 results highlights an
extraordinary commitment to academic rigor, particularly in the Tamil Nadu region. The data shows a perfect
qualification rate, with all 32 students in the successful cohort being selected for the next stage, the Regional
Mathematical Olympiad (RMO). This exceptional achievement was spearheaded by SuryaKrishnan .V.G from
the Chennai North Branch (Class12), who secured the highest Tentative Score of 56. Further showcasing the
depth of talent, a student named R Koushik demonstrated outstanding dominance by achieving a score that was
22 marks above their respective Score of 52. Success was broadly distributed, with Class 12 students showing
the strongest concentration of qualifiers, accounting for 10 of the successful candidates.
The Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam 2025 segment also celebrated monumental success stories. The TN
region demonstrated national-level excellence, Anushman Bhagwan Jawara secured an impressive All India
Rank. The pinnacle of academic achievement was reached by Pratyush from the Chennai-Avadi Branch, who
achieved a perfect 100% score. The institute’s commitment to rewarding merit was clear, with a substantial total
of INR 130,000 distributed in cash awards, underscoring the financial incentives and value of the scholarships
offered to top performers. Overall, the state of Tamil Nadu showcased a commanding performance, with the
Chennai-Adyar Branch leading as a top center by having a significant number of successful students.
In congratulating the Aakashians, Dheeraj Kumar Misra, Chief of Academics and Business Head (AESL) said, “It’s
an honour to celebrate these exceptional students right here in Chennai, whose success represents excellence
across the nation. Their record-breaking achievements, including a perfect 100% RMO qualification rate. We are
committed to continuing to empower every student in this region with the best possible guidance and tools to realize
their full potential.”
The celebration was a poignant moment, with parents and students expressing their happiness and appreciation.
Many top-scoring students shared how Aakash’s structured guidance, prompt doubt support, and simulated test-
taking environment instilled confidence in their learning and assured them of their effort on the day of the exam. About ANTHE
The Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) is one of India’s largest scholarship exams, offering students
from Class VII to XII the opportunity to earn up to 100% scholarships for Classroom, Hybrid, and Digital Programs.
The exam assesses students’ fundamentals across key subjects and prepares them for competitive success.
About IOQM
The Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) is conducted nationwide and serves as the first step toward
representing India at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). AESL provides structured Olympiad training
and academic mentorship to help students excel in advanced mathematical problem-solving and analytical thinking.
About Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL)
Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) is India’s leading test preparatory company that specializes in
providing comprehensive and effective preparation services for students preparing for high stakes Medical (NEET)
and Engineering entrance examinations (JEE) and competitive exams such as NTSE and Olympiads. AESL has a
pan India network of over 400 centers with over 400,000+ currently enrolled students and has established an
unassailable market position and brand value over the last 37 years. It is committed to providing the highest quality
test preparation services to unlock students’ true potential and achieve success in their academic endeavors. AESL
takes a student-centric approach to test preparation, recognizing that every student is unique and has individual
needs. It has a team of highly qualified and experienced instructors who are passionate about helping students
achieve their dreams. The company’s programmes are designed to be flexible and its teaching methodologies are
backed by the latest technologies to ensure that students are well-prepared for their exams.
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