civil services

From a small town once caught in conflict to the IAS, Subhankar Bala’s journey to AIR 79 in UPSC shows how far self-study can go. Here, he shares the exact methods, digital tools, and mindset shifts that helped him succeed without coaching.

Haryana’s Ajay switched his UPSC optional from Geography to Anthropology, a risky move that paid off with AIR 705. Here are his tips and winning strategy.

Adesh Sharma cleared UPSC CSE 2023 in his second attempt. Now an IRMS officer, he shares 10 smart tips that can help aspirants master the sociology optional.

Fuelled by his deep interests in current affairs and global politics, Ayush Jain chose Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) as his UPSC optional. His strategic shift in approach helped him secure an All India Rank of 344 on his fourth attempt. Sharing his mistakes and learnings, he offers a masterclass for PSIR aspirants.

A hub for education, most of the officers hailing from Madhopatti have high-flying careers across space, atomic research, judicial services and banking.

Despite being assigned election duty just before her UPSC prelims, Rishika secured an All India Rank of 217. While juggling her job as a school teacher, she strategically utilised limited time, relying on digital resources and adaptive learning techniques to achieve her dreams.

In Anantapur, the Ananta Neru Sanrakshanam project transformed barren, drought-hit lands into thriving ecosystems through innovative water conservation. Led by Vineet Kumar IFS, and Rupak Yadav, the initiative restored at least 11 water bodies, engaging over 400 villagers in sustainable practices.

Discover the inspiring journey of IAS Srishti Dabas, who defied early setbacks, family struggles, and societal expectations to secure an All India Rank of 6 in the UPSC. Her story proves that no challenge is too great when driven by purpose.

Ahead of Maha Kumbh 2025, IAS officer Chandra Mohan Garg transformed Prayagraj's dump yards into lush forests using the Miyawaki technique to improve air quality.

Senior government officers Santosh Kumar, Vijay Kumar and Ranjan Prakash from Bihar launched the Ambedkar Initiative for the Marginalised (AIM) Pathshala that provides free education and study material to underprivileged students in Gopalganj, Aurangabad and Samastipur districts