Thane Shocker: 17-Year-Old Student Dies By Suicide After Admission Setback Despite Scoring 95.7 Per Cent In Class 12

Thane, September 9, 2026 - A 17-year-old Class 12 science student in Thane tragically took his own life after being denied admission to his desired higher education program, despite scoring an impressive 95.7% in his Class 12 board exams, according to police. The young man, who lived in a high-rise building on Ghodbunder Road's Hiranandani Estate, had set his sights on the prestigious BS-MS dual degree program at the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) in Shibpur, West Bengal.

Unfortunately, he fell short of the top 10,000 candidates' ranking in the institute's entrance aptitude test, which appears to have triggered a severe academic crisis. The incident occurred on September 4, when the teenager left for a cycling ride at around 7:30 pm, telling his family he would return soon. He later sent a distressing message to his family's WhatsApp group, expressing his intention to end his life.

Alarmed by the message, his family attempted to contact him, but his phone was subsequently turned off. The Kasarvadavali police were swiftly alerted, launching a search that eventually led to the discovery of the student critically injured on the 22nd floor of a nearby building. He was rushed to Thane Civil Hospital, where medics pronounced him dead upon arrival.

Upon reviewing the preliminary investigation, police have concluded there is no evidence of foul play, and his family has also not suggested any such suspicions. The police official revealed that the investigation indicates the student was experiencing intense distress over not gaining admission to his preferred program. This heartbreaking case underscores the immense academic pressure faced by students and the necessity for timely emotional support during setbacks in education or career pursuits.