Civil Service

IFS officer Vikas Singh Meena shattered several stereotypes about Hindi medium aspirants by clearing the UPSC-CSE 2023 examination, with an All India Rank of 672.

IAS Minal Karanwal, chief executive officer of Nanded Zila Parishad, has introduced the concept of ‘Balika Panchayat’ in Nanded district of Maharashtra. It helps young girls become active citizens who are able to target and address local issues.

Deceived by promises of a good job, 11 men became victims of bonded labour in Osmanabad, Maharashtra. Their ordeal ended when IPS Officer Atul Kulkarni led a rescue operation, freeing them from the inhumane conditions and ensuring their rehabilitation.

The controversy surrounding IAS trainee Puja Khedkar's selection, due to alleged misuse of disability and OBC concessions, has reignited debates on reservations for disabled persons in India's UPSC civil services. Officers share their views.

Despite initial setbacks in UPSC CSE attempts, Harsimran Singh Cheema persisted, achieving an All India Rank of 16 in his first attempt at UPSC IFS in 2022. He shares the difference in preparation strategy for IAS and IFS, sharing tips that worked for him.

Taking the UPSC Mains exam for the first time can be daunting. Rani Nandedkar, a content creator who appeared for the exam, helps with some useful things to keep in mind.

Hailing from Jamtara, Jharkhand, Taruni Pandey cracked UPSC CSE in 2022 with just six months of preparation. The IAS officer shares how to design an efficient timetable and other tips and tricks that worked for her.

Jaipur-resident Ashish Kumar Singhal cleared UPSC CSE after four failed attempts. Here’s how he aced the exam in 2023 with an All India Rank of 8.

Aaditya Pandey cleared UPSC CSE with AIR 48 after two failed attempts. He shares how to prepare for the UPSC personality test while cautioning candidates that they shouldn't fall into the trap of mock interviews.

In his fourth attempt, IPS officer Rishabh Bhola secured an All India Rank of 410 in the UPSC CSE 2021. He shares five tips for effective note-making to help retain and review information during revision.