THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR,
JULY 17, 2026
As many as 11
students from the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) have qualified in
the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination,
marking a significant milestone in their journey towards becoming medical
professionals. Their success reflects extraordinary determination and
resilience in overcoming socio-economic challenges while pursuing their dreams.
Of the 11 successful
candidates, nine are girls. All the qualifiers belong to different tribal
communities, and most are first-generation learners from their families and
communities aspiring to build careers in medicine. The successful candidates
are Laxmi Birua (Ho), Joyab Majhi (Kandha), Anita Baipai (Kolha), Ganesh
Hembram (Ho), Muskan Mahanandia (Kisan), Laxmi Banara (Munda), Dangi Tudu
(Santal), Saribala Munda (Munda), Mousumi Majhi (Santal), Priyanka Priyadarshini
Das (Bathudi) and Santoshi Mardi (Santal).
To help students realise their aspirations, KISS provides specialised coaching and comprehensive academic support for competitive examinations such as NEET. The institute ensures access to quality mentoring, expert guidance, study materials and a conducive learning environment, enabling students to prepare with confidence and excel in highly competitive entrance examinations.
Congratulating the successful students, Founder of KIIT and KISS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, praised their determination and perseverance. He said the achievement is the outcome of the students’ dedication and the commitment of the teachers and mentors who worked tirelessly to guide them. Dr. Samanta expressed confidence that the students would go on to become compassionate medical professionals and serve society with distinction.
