Sundar Pichai reacts to free JEE Main and SAT mock tests on Google Gemini: ‘If I could turn back time’

Google Gemini has expanded its exam preparation offerings introducing free full length mock tests for JEE Main, following the rollout of practice SATs last week. The update was announced the official handle of Google Gemini on X, along with a demo video showcasing how students can attempt the tests directly on the platform.Google Gemini added free JEE Main mock tests, prompting a reaction from Sundar Pichai. (REUTERS)In the caption, Google Gemini wrote, “Building on last week’s announcement of practice SATs in Gemini, you can now also take full length mock JEE Main tests in Gemini at no cost.”Sundar Pichai’s response draws attentionReacting to the post, Sundar Pichai shared his thoughts with a touch of nostalgia. He wrote, “If I could turn back time…. excited for SATs last week and JEE Main this week in Gemini at no cost.”Social media reactsPichai’s comment quickly gained traction, garnering more than 123,000 views and sparking a wave of reactions.One user commented, “This is a game changer for students who cannot afford expensive coaching.” Another wrote, “Free full length mocks inside Gemini sounds unreal. Technology is finally levelling the field.” A third user said, “As a JEE aspirant, this feels like a blessing.” Another reaction read, “AI is genuinely being used for education now, not just productivity.” One user added, “Wish something like this exed when we were preparing for exams.” Yet another wrote, “Great initiative Google for Indian students.”Google leadership highlights India focusGoogle Vice President for Google Labs, Gemini and AI Studio Josh Woodward also responded to the announcement, underlining the company’s focus on student needs in India. He wrote, “Good morning India! A lot of you asked for full length mock JEE Main tests in @GeminiApp at no cost, done! Good luck on your prep! Last week, SAT. This week, JEE. What other global exams would be most helpful?”Check out the post here:Pichai’s academic journeySundar Pichai is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, where he studied Metallurgical Engineering. He joined Google in 2004 and rose through the ranks before being appointed CEO in 2015.