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A Dream I Never Thought Possible: 17-Year-Old with 90% Disability Joins IIT Madras

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J Santhosh, 17, has secured admission to IIT Madras' BS programme in Data Science and Applications after clearing the qualifiers on his second attempt. His journey from missing a school visit to joining the institute underlines the importance of awareness and support for students with disabilities.

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17-year-old J. Santosh, who was born with 90 percent spinal muscular disability and cerebral palsy, has secured admission to the four-year Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Applications course at IIT Madras.

J. Santosh, a 17-year-old who has been born with a spinal cord injury, has secured admission to IIT Madras' 'Data Science and Applications' course through his determination and hard work. He has achieved this feat by overcoming setbacks and with the help of an NGO. Santosh's determination to pursue a career in the IT field despite financial and physical challenges is an inspiration to everyone.

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NDTV broke the news in New Delhi, India on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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