Achieving success in medical entrance exams is no easy feat, and the UPSC is regarded as one of the most challenging. Many dedicate years to prepare for these examinations. Today, let's read the story of a young man who became a doctor at the age of 20, an IAS officer by 22, and then left his position to launch a business now valued at Rs 26,000 crore. This is the inspiring tale of Roman Saini from Rajasthan. 

AIIMS at 16

Roman hails from a modest background; his father is an engineer and his mother is a homemaker. At just 16, he sat for the medical entrance exam and gained admission to the prestigious AIIMS. After earning his MBBS degree, he began working at the National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre. However, this was not his ultimate ambition. After six months, Roman chose to prepare for the civil services exam.

AIR 18 in First UPSC Attempt

Roman Saini succeeded in his first attempt at the UPSC, attaining an All India Rank of 18 and becoming an IAS officer. Following his training, he was appointed as an Assistant Collector in Madhya Pradesh. However, he was not content in that role either. Roman believed that improving the education system in the country would address many of its challenges. With this conviction, he resigned from his position as Assistant Collector after just eight months.

Also read: This law graduate with a passion for music cracked UPSC exam, achieving AIR 73 without coaching

Unacademy Started as a YouTube Channel in 2010

Roman Saini did not stop there; he chose to launch a startup. With the support of his friend Gaurav Munjal, his dreams began to take shape. Together, they founded the EdTech startup Unacademy, an online platform that assists thousands of students in preparing for competitive exams. Remarkably, Unacademy began as a small YouTube channel in 2010. Today, this online platform is well-known and needs no introduction.

Also read: Unacademy: From YouTube channel to EdTech giant, revolutionising learning in India

Wadia Group: India’s oldest business titan with an enduring legacy of 288 years