Toppers from Prayagraj, Kannauj, Lucknow, and beyond shine in UPSC CSE 2024; success stories highlight perseverance, family support, and a never-give-up spirit
Lucknow, April 23:
Uttar Pradesh once again stamped its mark on the national stage as multiple candidates from the state cracked the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, including the All India Rank (AIR) 1 holder, Shakti Dubey of Prayagraj.
The Union Public Service Commission declared the final results on April 22, and the merit list saw numerous success stories from the state, many of whom overcame repeated setbacks, financial constraints, and immense pressure to achieve their dream.
🔝 Top Achievers from Uttar Pradesh
- Shakti Dubey (AIR 1) – Prayagraj
- Mayank Tripathi (AIR 10) – Kannauj
- Abhi Jain (AIR 34) – Prayagraj
- Aastha Singh (AIR 61) – Jaunpur
- Kumud Mishra (AIR 69) – Lucknow
- Aman Tiwari (AIR 74) – Lucknow
- Prashant Singh (AIR 102) – Lucknow
- Rajat Singh (AIR 132) – Lucknow
- Aditi Dubey (AIR 180) – Lakhimpur Kheri
- Anushree Sachan (AIR 220) – Kanpur
- Anandya Pandey (AIR 271) – Ballia
- Srajit Kumar (AIR 277) – Moradabad
- Shambhavi Tiwari (AIR 445) – Banda
💬 Stories of Grit and Triumph
🎓 Mayank Tripathi, who secured AIR 10 in his third attempt, had already joined the Indian Revenue Services after securing Rank 373 last year. Son of a government accountant in the DM’s office in Kannauj, Mayank credited perseverance and family support for his rise.
👩🎓 Kumud Mishra, a Lucknow University alumna, climbed from AIR 259 last year to a spot in the top 100. “I had no set study hours. I just focused on completing my daily targets,” said Kumud, who has a keen interest in Origami and best-from-waste crafts. With political science as her optional subject, she highlighted the importance of previous experience in improving her rank.
🔥 Prashant Singh, who cracked the exam on his fourth attempt, shared his powerful message: “Failures are just stepping stones. Stay mentally strong.” His journey from interview rejection to AIR 102 this year is a tale of resilience.
🏛 Rajat Singh, an IIT Roorkee graduate, and Indian Railway Services officer, cleared the exam on his fourth attempt. His disciplined background and family support propelled him forward.
🧪 Anushree Sachan, an IIT Bombay BTech graduate with chemistry as her optional subject, cracked it in her fourth attempt, proving that determination and planning eventually pay off.
👨👩👧👦 Families Behind the Scenes
Many successful candidates credited their families for unwavering emotional and financial support. For instance:
- Prashant Singh‘s father is a PCS officer.
- Kumud Mishra‘s parents constantly encouraged her to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an IAS officer.
- Aditi Dubey (AIR 180) is the daughter of a senior clerk at the Lakhimpur Kheri police office.
- Anushree Sachan’s father works with BSNL.
📈 UPSC CSE 2024 Summary
A total of 1,009 candidates were selected for various services including IAS, IPS, IFS, and Central Group A & B services. Among these, Uttar Pradesh accounted for a significant share of top performers, reinforcing the state’s strong tradition of producing civil servants.
These inspiring stories serve as a beacon for thousands of UPSC aspirants across India. With passion, persistence, and preparation, the dream of serving the nation is within reach.