Ramlal with his wife, son and family members. Photo Credit: odishatv.in
In a country where societal norms often eclipse dreams, 21-year-old Ramlal Bhoi from Rajasthan has scripted an extraordinary tale of resilience. Forced into marriage at the tender age of 11 and becoming a father by 20, he has now triumphed against all odds by cracking NEET in his fifth attempt – paving the way to becoming the first doctor in his family.
Hailing from Ghosunda village in Chittorgarh district, Ramlal’s life has been anything but ordinary. Born into a modest household, his future seemed pre-written when he was married off before even hitting puberty. In rural India, child marriage continues to claim childhoods, but Ramlal refused to let this early responsibility derail his dreams.
Despite the weight of societal pressure and the sudden burden of family life, he continued his education with remarkable determination. By Class 10, he scored a respectable 74%, and later chose the Science stream, dreaming of becoming a doctor – a rare aspiration in his community.
His first attempt at NEET in 2019 yielded a score of just 350. Most would have accepted fate and taken a different path. But not Ramlal. Undeterred by failure, he appeared again. And again. And again. Each attempt brought disappointment, but also sharpened his focus. With the support of his wife — herself only educated till Class 10 — and despite opposition from his father, he persisted.
Eventually, he moved to Kota, the coaching capital of India. With a baby in his arms and books in his bag, Ramlal juggled fatherhood and fierce academic competition. His family’s financial struggles did not stop him from dreaming big. On his fifth attempt, he finally cracked NEET with an impressive score of 490, earning himself a seat in a medical college and setting an inspiring precedent for countless others.
Ramlal’s story has gone viral across social media platforms, not just for its emotional gravity, but because it breaks every stereotype – a child groom, a young father, and a NEET success story all rolled into one. His grit has sparked hope in countless aspirants battling poverty, family pressure, and systemic challenges.
Similar stories have emerged from across the country. From Shrawan Kumar, who studied under a tin roof and scored an AIR of 4071, to Jamshedpur’s Rohit, who studied beside his father’s street stall and cracked NEET with a score of 549, these narratives highlight that success in exams like NEET isn’t confined to urban coaching centers or wealthy backgrounds. It often takes root in resilience, sacrifice, and an undying belief in education.
Ramlal’s journey also brings into focus the dual role of family support and self-discipline. His wife not only raised their child while he studied but stood by him through repeated failures. Meanwhile, his own discipline – waking up at 4 am, studying late into the night, and traveling hours for coaching – laid the foundation for his breakthrough.
Today, as he prepares to enter the medical profession, Ramlal stands as a role model, not just for aspiring doctors, but for all young Indians told to surrender their dreams to circumstances. He wants to serve in the very rural communities he comes from – where doctors are few, but dreams like his can be many if given the right support.
His story is more than just a NEET success story. It is a testament to perseverance, the power of education, and the strength of human will. In a world that often dismisses the underdog, Ramlal Bhoi’s victory is a powerful reminder that no background is too humble, no burden too heavy, when the dream is strong enough.
