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Time of India
20-05-2025
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- Time of India
Stay consistent, use online resources: IFS topper Kanika
Kanika Anabh , an alumna of JVM Shyamli (2014 batch), has topped the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2024. Sharing her journey on the way to AIR 1 with TOI's Kritika Tiwary, Kanika said she relied on digital resources and her own discipline rather than traditional coaching to bag the top spot. Excerpts... When did your IFS preparation journey begin? I started preparing in 2021. Initially, I went to Delhi for self-study using local libraries and reading rooms. But by January 2022, I returned home and prepared entirely from here. For mock interviews, however, I had to travel to Delhi, as our city doesn't yet have such facilities. Did you join any coaching institute for your preparation? I didn't enrol in any full-time classroom coaching. Instead, I used online content from different coaching institutes, mostly through YouTube and their websites. I opted for selective paid courses for mains and interview preparation based on what I felt was needed. I did my Class X from Secret Heart Convent School and completed my Class 12 from JVM Shyamli in 2014. After that, I pursued BSc in zoology from Delhi followed by a post-graduation in environmental science from JNU. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Born 1940-1975 With No Life Insurance Could Be Eligible For This Reassured Get Quote Undo Later, I also started my PhD. How many attempts did it take to crack the IFS exam? This was my third overall attempt. I appeared for both the civil services and forest services in all three attempts. It's the first time I cleared the forest service mains and interview. Previously, I had appeared for two interviews for the civil services but didn't make it to the final list. Who has been your biggest pillar of support? My parents, without a doubt. I prepared from home, so their support was crucial right from creating a peaceful study environment to taking care of my health and mental well-being. Their belief in me kept me going, especially during low phases. My father is a retired district judge and currently serves as the president of the consumer forum in Koderma. My mother is a homemaker, and I am their only child. What is your message to aspirants, especially those preparing from smaller cities? You don't need to shift to Delhi or spend on expensive coaching to crack big competitive exams. Stay consistent, use the vast online resources available today, and most importantly, believe in your own journey. Having a strong, positive support system around helps immensely.
Hindustan Times
22-04-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Shakti Dubey tops as UPSC Civil Services Final Results 2024 is out, get top 10 list here
UPSC Civil Services Final Result 2024: Shakti Dubey has topped the civil services Examination 2024, the results for which were declared on Tuesday, 22 April 2025. Harshita Goyal and Dongre Archit Parag have stood second and third, respectively. The final results of the UPSC Civil Service Examinations 2024 are available on the official website Candidates can check the full list by visiting the website or clicking on this direct link to check the UPSC Final Results 2024 here. This year, 1009 names have been recommended for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service, and Central Services Group A and Group B.
