Agrima’s Code of Growth: Written in Binary, Evolving from Biology
Agrima Bhatnagar had her path mapped out – aiming for NEET with her biology background. However, the pandemic brought everything to a halt. While the COVID-19 outbreak upended plans worldwide, including her own, she chose to see opportunity amidst the uncertainty. The difference began with her decision to enroll in the IITM BS Degree in…
Not Despite the Struggles, But Because of Them: Pratham Bhalla’s Triumph at IITM
Back in 2018, in a modest town in Uttar Pradesh, Pratham Bhalla stumbled upon a PhysicsWallah video while scrolling through YouTube. This marked his first encounter with the word and world of IITs and the fabled JEE exam. The spark was instant – he wanted in. However, not everybody around him could see the fire…
No Brakes, Just Pivots: Anirudh’s Leap into Data Science
Should you ever encounter Anirudh Penumatcha, you’ll quickly realize he’s someone who simply doesn’t believe in slowing down. Hailing from Hyderabad, Anirudh’s youth was a whirlwind of competitive sports — swimming, cricket, tennis, golf, and football — all pursued at the state level, not merely as hobbies. However, a football injury necessitated a halt to…
Academic-Entrepreneurial Synergy: Kunal Chaturvedi’s Mission to Innovate
A motivated entrepreneur, Kunal Chaturvedi, hailing from Nagpur, Maharashtra, is actively shaping the domain of medical technologies, while also being a student of the newly introduced Post-Graduation Diploma level extension of the IITM BS Degree in Data Science and Applications. As the founder of MedPrax Biotechnologies Private Limited, he aims to tackle critical healthcare challenges…
A Scholar’s Pursuit : Hari Prapan’s Path to PhD
Hari embarked on his ambitious academic journey in 2021 by enrolling in the IIT Madras BS Degree in Data Science and Applications. At the time, he was also pursuing a BSc in Mathematics from Delhi University, followed by an MSc in Data Science and Applied Statistics at the Central University of South Bihar. Consequently, Hari…
Hitesh’s Journey of Learning -Overcoming Doubt with Determination
Hitesh Binjrawat, a passionate learner from Rewari, Haryana, is balancing two academic pursuits simultaneously. Alongside his BSc in Physical Sciences at Delhi University, he is also a Degree level student in the IITM BS Degree Program. His plate is full, but he stays committed to the BS Degree, proving that with the right mindset, even…
From Idea to Impact: Azfar’s Journey through the IITM BS Degree
One of the many mottos of the IITM BS Degree in Data Science and Applications is to seamlessly integrate business insight with strong technological skills in its students. Azfar Faheem Mustafa’s journey is fueled by the same mantra. Currently navigating dual roles as a Tech Lead and a Business Development Associate at Intelliob Technologies, Mumbai,…
Charting New Paths in Fintech and Beyond – The Tale of Pranshu Jaiswal
Currently working at Uncia Technologies, a fintech company nestled within the IITM Research Park, Pranshu Jaiswal, from the vibrant city of Kolkata, is in the final term of his IITM BS Degree. By dedicating himself fully to this degree program, he is actively building a foundation for a bright career ahead. Not only did he…
The Unfolding of a PhD Dream – The Tale of Swastik Guha Roy
Hailing from the serene hills of Siliguri, West Bengal, Swastik Guha Roy is currently in the final term of the BS level, while also pursuing a degree in IT and Mathematical Innovations from Delhi University. He prefers to identify primarily as a student of the IITM BS Degree program. After preparing hard for the JEE,…
Urjaswi Banerjee – From Bio-Sciences to App Development
From the bustling streets of Kolkata to the virtual classrooms of IITM BS Degree, Urjaswi Banerjee’s journey is of self-awareness and sincerity. This being her standalone degree, she joined the program right after finishing her 12th grade with no prior coding experience. Coming from a background of Biology and Mathematics, concepts like Loops, Functions, and…
