“The exams that feel like your life at 19 become funny trivia by 40,” says Ankur Warikoo, here's what students need to know

The memory of a Class 12 result can feel life-defining at 18 or 19, but its significance often changes with age. Ankur Warikoo’s reflection on his IIT attempts highlights how examination results, ranks and academic achievements cannot determine an entire lifetime. His story offers students a timely reminder that failure can be painful without being permanent.