India, July 5 -- Ever since she first encountered the world of economics, Ludhiana's Ananaya Jain, who has secured All India Rank 1 in CUET-UG 2025, knew she wanted to explore the subject deeply. In a conversation with Hindustan Times, Jain opened up about the meticulous study routine that propelled her to the top, the strategies she followed during her exam preparation, and the passion that kept her motivated through long hours of hard work. She also shared valuable insights for aspiring candidates on cracking such a competitive undergraduate entrance exam in the country.

Honestly, more than a surprise, it was a complete shock to see my name at the very top. I never set out to secure AIR 1. I focused on preparing for the worst-case scen...