Civil Services Examination  

From CRPF Assistant Commandant to IPS Officer, Tanu Shree's story is truly inspiring. Balancing marriage, a job, and UPSC preparation, she achieved success. Learn about her struggles and triumphs.

Every year on October 9, we observe IFS Day to honour and celebrate the Indian Foreign Service, which plays a crucial role in representing India's interests abroad and shaping its foreign policy. Established in 1946, the IFS remains one of the most elite branches of the Indian Civil Services, charged with maintaining diplomatic relations, protecting Indian citizens overseas, and promoting India's economic, political, and cultural interests globally. On this day, the country recognizes the contributions of its foreign service officers, who serve as India's diplomats, ambassadors, and representatives in international organizations.
 

Chonira Belliappa Muthamma was the first Indian woman to clear the UPSC Civil Services Examination and become an IFS officer.

Tina Dabi achieved her dream of becoming an IAS officer by topping the UPSC exam in her first attempt. Learn about the strategy, hard work, dedication, and patience behind her success.

IAS Anudeep Durishetty's inspiring journey from a software engineer to the 2017 UPSC topper highlights his perseverance, family support, and determination against all odds.
 

Chandrajyoti Singh's outstanding achievement in passing the UPSC exam on her first attempt highlights her dedication and self-study prowess, inspiring aspirants nationwide.
 

Aishwarya Sheoran's journey from modeling to the Indian Foreign Service exemplifies dedication and service, inspiring others to pursue their passions.

Time management skills are crucial to succeed in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Discover these top 7 ways to allocate study time efficiently and maximize preparation efforts, ensuring a path to success in one of India’s toughest entrance exams.

Former police constable Uday Krishna Reddy secured AIR 780 in UPSC CSE 2023. He resigned from his job in 2018 after being humiliated by seniors in front of 60 colleagues. 

Ishita Kishore secured AIR 1 in the UPSC Civil Services Exams in 2022. She faced a rocky start, failing twice in the prelims. However, with hard work and dedication, she cleared the exam on her third attempt. 

Schedules have been revised for various competitive examinations due to Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Read further on to check the revised dates.

The key is to understand and respond rightly to the questions, says Sumanth Makam