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From a shepherd’s son to a new mother, these UPSC toppers overcame obstacles and achieved top ranks. Explore their journeys of grit and determination.

From watching an SDO work in Maoist-affected Jhargram to serving as an SDO in Domkal, Murshidabad, Subhankar Bala shares what shaped his self-study UPSC journey.

UPSC has released the Civil Services Exam 2026 notification — 933 posts, updated eligibility rules, exam dates, new verification measures and everything aspirants need before applying.

Ayush Jain cleared UPSC 2024 with AIR 344 after reworking his daily study habits. His focused approach to revision, optional preparation, and answers offers useful guidance for aspirants.

Explore alternate career paths through Pratibha Setu, a UPSC portal for high-ranking aspirants who narrowly missed selection.