23-04-2025
Don't disconnect yourself from the world: Kshitij Sharma, UPSC AIR 58
Kshitij Sharma, 28-year-old from Bhopal, has managed to get rank 58 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, fulfilling a dream that most people wish to achieve. But this wasn't his first shot at the UPSC civil services exam. Kshitij is already an IRS officer, but since his goal of becoming an IAS remained unfulfilled, he wanted to try once again, he said in an interview with India aspiration is to work for Madhya Pradesh, and he hopes to concentrate on generating employment for the youth within his state."I wish to work for Madhya Pradesh and help the growth of the state, especially through generating more employment opportunities. That inspires me," he stated.
"My brother and father were my rock throughout the whole journey. They were the ones who motivated me and believed in me even at my worst," Kshitij added furtherA law graduate from Hyderabad University, Kshitij cracked the UPSC exam last year and became an IRS officer."The COVID-19 pandemic changed my life. It made me realise that I wanted to serve society in more ways than just focusing on money,' he shared. This new perspective helped guide his preparation for the UPSC strategy towards preparation was structured and emphasis was laid on quality rather than quantity. "I wasn't concentrating on the hours, but rather on how efficiently I allocated my time and achieved consistency over time. Injecting new points in my responses was the trick," he questioned regarding the interview process, Kshitij said, "The questions asked were new and not from the same background as mine. I think I was able to tackle them well, though the initial questions did catch me off guard a bit. It was a new experience, but I was able to remain calm and composed."For other candidates, Kshitij had some straightforward but effective advice: "Stay motivated, stay in touch with your friends, and remember, moderation is the key. Don't go into a shell. Surround yourself with positivity and keep your mind open."Kshitij's tale is a source of inspiration for several young aspirants, proving that with determination, the support of family, and a clear vision, success lies ahead. Moving ahead in his Civil Services journey, he remains committed to being a force of change in the society he truly cares Watch
