The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the final results of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 marking the culmination of one of India’s most competitive and prestigious recruitment processes. In a moment of national pride and personal triumph, Shakti Dubey from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has secured All India Rank 1
The UPSC Civil Services Examination sees participation from lakhs of aspirants every year, serving as the gateway to prestigious positions such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Revenue Service, Indian Trade Service, and other Group A and B central services.
The examination cycle begins with the preliminary exam in September 2024, followed by the mains, and concluded with personal interviews conducted between January and April 2025. This year, 1,009 candidates have been recommended for appointment across various civil services. Additionally, a consolidated reserve list of 230 candidates has been maintained, as per Rule 20(4) and (5) of the Civil Services Examination Rules, 2024.
Meet the Top 10 Rank Holders – UPSC CSE 2024
- Shakti Dubey
- Harshita Goyal
- Dongre Archit Parag
- Shah Margi Chirag
- Aakash Garg
- Komal Punia
- Aayushi Bansal
- Raj Krishna Jha
- Aditya Vikram Agarwal
- Mayank Tripathi
UPSC AIR-1 Shakti Dubey’s preparation journey is a story of perseverance, purpose, and passion spanning seven years. Born and raised in Prayagraj, Shakti Dubey was immersed in an environment that deeply valued education and intellectual pursuit. Her early education and influence of Prayagraj’s competitive and scholarly atmosphere laid the foundation in developing her disciplined approach to academics, and navigating the demanding UPSC syllabus.
She pursued a B.Sc. in Biochemistry from the University of Allahabad, gaining a strong foundation in scientific methodology and critical thinking. Continuing her academic journey, she completed her M.Sc. in Biochemistry from Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi. It was during her postgraduate studies that her interest in governance and public service took shape. In 2018, following the completion of her M.Sc., she made the life-changing decision to begin preparing for the UPSC CSE and she chose Political Science and International Relations.
Following her postgraduation in 2016, Shakti briefly took up teaching. This phase not only affirmed her passion for learning and mentoring but also helped her hone key skills like communication, leadership, and empathy and other traits vital to a civil servant. Her final interview performance was described as confident, composed, and insightful, ultimately securing her the top rank in the nation.
From a student in a small town to the face of India’s top civil services exam, her story will inspire lakhs of aspirants, especially those from humble backgrounds. With her and other candidates’ final selection, they now embark on a new chapter as an officer in the Indian Administrative Service, taking up critical roles in governance, policymaking, and public administration.
