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Scroll, Learn, Ace: 5 Exam Influencers to Follow for Success in Competitive Exams
Top online mentors you must know about for students' success in NEET and UPSC.
Groceries, Medicines, Food, and what not, almost everything can be accessed online these days. Seeing this as an opportunity to further make use of the internet, some creators decided to explore platforms like Instagram, X and Telegram as educational databases. Students preparing for Indian competitive exams like the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) are now learning from online content on social media.
A trend that gave birth to “Exam influencers”. Influencers use their online presence to support, motivate and guide students through their journey from Planning to Qualifying.
Students can access study materials in posts, tweets, and short videos on social media platforms. Among many influencers, some have become the faces of popular educational platforms that became essential to exam preparation.
Let us understand how their work offers insights and how these digital mentors can make an impact.
Dr Vivek Pandey’s Personal Approach to NEET Preparation
An RTI activist, freelance journalist, MBBS doctor and YouTuber, known for his work on exposing corruption and marching for transparency. Vivek gained attention for his expose on the 2018 student data leak scam, making him the first whistleblower in this case.
He is a former biology teacher who understood the struggles of NEET aspirants, leading him to create content to help students succeed. He provides more than just motivation, offering concrete strategies for time management, tackling weak subjects, and maximizing study efficiency.
His content is a comprehensive guide to NEET preparation and he addresses common student queries that are overlooked by other influencers. Through his content, he builds trust with his students.
Socials: Instagram: vivek.pandey21 / X: Vivekpandey21 / YouTube: VivekPandey
Trust is Primary says Himanshu Poswal
Founder of CSEWhy, a platform focused on UPSC preparation, providing strategic guidance for civil services aspirants. He is highly trusted in the UPSC space, with thousands of students relying on his insights for efficient study strategies.
Himanshu has a down-to-earth teaching approach. He breaks down complex topics into simpler formats focusing on building mental resilience in students and preparing them for the harsh realities of the UPSC journey.
He shares success stories of students who achieved notable scores, enhancing his credibility. From this, he encourages other students to build self-confidence and self-reliance, while addressing common mistakes aspirants make in their preparation.
He regularly debunks myths and misconceptions around UPSC, providing clarity on the exam pattern and syllabus which keeps changing. He always engages with his students on social media platforms like X and YouTube to ensure everyone is on track.
Socials: X: @phimaanshu / YouTube: @HimanshuPoswal1 / LinkedIn: Himanshu P.
Alakh Pandey is a Star in the Field with a Biography Series On Prime
Born on October 2, 1991, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, and raised in financial hardship. His early experiences include selling his family’s house to fund tutoring.
He is a drop-out Mechanical Engineer from Harcourt Butler Technical Institute, Kanpur and later joined institutes to teach for peanuts.
Alakh gained recognition for his engaging and student-friendly teaching methods at coaching centres in Allahabad. That later, led to Physics Wallah in 2016 to provide free, high-quality educational content for competitive exams like IIT JEE, NEET, and UPSC.
Physics Wallah rapidly grew from 3,800 subscribers in 2017 to over 13 million today, making it a successful Ed-Tech platform.
He fought and advocated for NEET aspirants by taking legal action on NEET-UG 2024 discrepancies, fighting for students’ rights and fairness.
Focused on providing free education, ensuring everyone has access to quality learning resources, regardless of their financial background. He simplifies difficult concepts in physics and inspires like a brother to perform best in exams.
Socials: Alakh’s Instagram: @alakhpandey / Physcis Wallah YouTube and Instagram
Arvind Arora, student-owned A2 Sir: A Revolutionary in Online Chemistry Education
Born in Suratgarh, Rajasthan, and pursued engineering before focusing on teaching. He initially struggled with his career but found success in teaching GATE preparation, later transitioning to NEET and JEE coaching.
His YouTube channel, NEET MADE EJEE, grew rapidly, offering free educational and motivational content. His A2 Motivation channel gained over 4 million subscribers, putting him among the top educators in India.
He is recognized for his engaging teaching style, turning complex subjects like chemistry into easily understandable lessons. He’s also earned awards from platforms like Vedantu and Unacademy.
Though he has massive reach on TikTok (before the ban), Instagram, and YouTube Shorts, he does his best to connect with students personally.
Socials: Instagram: arvind.aroraj / YouTube: @A2Motivation
Aman The Youngest Educator Providing Knowledge and Confidence
Aman Dhattarwal was born in 1997 in Rajasthan and later moved to Delhi. He scored 95% in his 12th-grade exams and is a graduate engineer from Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology (NSIT), Delhi.
Aman founded Apni Kaksha for IIT JEE and board exam prep, and Apna College for coding. He was initially a shy person but overcame this and built confidence through public speaking.
He launched the Apni Kaksha app in 2021 to further help students in their IIT JEE and board exam prep. His YouTube channels have over 4.43 million subscribers, making him one of the leading influencers in education.
His primary focus is on exam strategies, career advice, and building confidence in students. He regularly showcases his motivational talks and personal journey of overcoming challenges.
Socials: Instagram: @amandhattarwal / YouTube: Aman Dhattarwal
Evolution of the Exam Influencers.
The role of exam influencers is vital nowadays. Earlier, some teachers only taught the subject and may have left the digital classroom decorum traditional. Today, these influencers are taking the whole process of Inception to Qualification seriously. Various reasons are responsible for this transformation, but the growing competition is paramount for this shift.
The educational landscape evolves constantly, and exam influencers are key players in shaping students’ preparation and approach to UPSC and NEET. Whether it’s through helpful tips, motivational posts, or detailed strategy videos, such influencers are helping students understand their exam journeys better.
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