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Time of India
23-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Bengaluru doctor cracks UPSC 2025 with AIR 24. No coaching. But a special friendship and persistence
In an inspiring tale of perseverance and dedication, Dr R Rangamanju from Bengaluru has emerged as Karnataka's state topper in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 , securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 24. A qualified doctor, Rangamanju managed to crack one of India's most competitive exams in his sixth attempt—and notably, without formal coaching for the preliminary or mains stages. His father was his inspiration An alumnus of National Public School , Rajajinagar, Rangamanju pursued his MBBS from Bengaluru Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI). His journey into civil services was fuelled by a personal calling. His late father, R Ramesh, a former IPS officer who passed away while still in service, remains Rangamanju's greatest source of inspiration. His commitment to continuing a legacy of public service was further bolstered by the unwavering support of his mother, who stood by him through the years of preparation. He cracked UPSC without formal coaching Interestingly, AI tools also played an indirect role in his preparation journey. Despite not opting for traditional coaching, Rangamanju kept a disciplined approach. He chose anthropology as his optional subject and primarily relied on self-study and collaborative learning through group study sessions with close friends. While he did not receive structured coaching for the written stages, he did participate in a test series to simulate exam conditions and refine his answers. For the final interview round, he sought guidance from a private academy. He credited the structured feedback he received during the personality test preparation as a key contributor to his success.
Indian Express
23-04-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Friendship goals: 2 Karnataka candidates feature among top 50 in UPSC rank list
When the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the results of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 Tuesday, R Rangamanju and Sachin Basavaraj Guttur, two friends from Karnataka, experienced a sense of relief. They secured All India Ranks (AIR) of 24 and 41, respectively. Trained from Insight IAS academy, both are medical graduates turned Indian Administrative Servie (IAS) aspirants. Their journey to the top was marked by collaboration, resilience, and an unbreakable bond that helped them navigate the grueling UPSC process. For Rangamanju, 29, this was his sixth attempt at the UPSC, and for Sachin, it was his fourth. Both faced their share of setbacks, from the disruptions of the Covid-19 pandemic to the mental and physical toll of the demanding exam. 'Relief is the first emotion. The fact that you don't have to go through the gruelling examination and interview process again is a relief,' said Sachin, a 27-year-old MBBS graduate from Davangere's JJM Medical College. 'After enough setbacks, this feels like a dream come true.' As the first civil servant in his family, Sachin who primarily hails from Haveri, credits his parents, Basavaraj B G and Vinodha, for their unwavering support. His brother Rahul and uncle Bhagyawan also played a crucial role in keeping him motivated. Meanwhile, Rangamanju, whose father late R Ramesh was a 2006-batch IPS officer and former DIG, found inspiration closer to home. A graduate of Bangalore Medical College, he was drawn to the UPSC by a desire to make a difference, much like his father. 'Not just that, the urge to contribute to society and tackle governance challenges, especially those posed by AI, drove me. It will be interesting to see how we can navigate through these challenging times,' he said. The duo's friendship, built on mutual respect and complementary strengths, was a cornerstone of their success. 'We belong to different schools of thought, which gave us alternate perspectives,' Rangamanju explained. 'I pushed him, he pushed me, and we shared resources.' Their bond helped them weather the mental loneliness and health challenges that come with UPSC preparation. 'Mental health is critical,' Sachin emphasised, recalling how he pushed through moments of isolation after clearing the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) prelims. Rangamanju, too, spoke of sacrifices, like missing friends' weddings, family events, gaining weight, all that took a toll on his mental and physical health. Yet, their camaraderie kept them grounded. 'We studied together. Although consistent efforts made the difference, a pinch of luck did play a role for our success,' Rangamanju said. Both aspirants adopted a disciplined approach, referring to previous toppers' answer copies and focusing on consistent answer writing. 'There's no magic wand,' Sachin advised. 'Be consistent, overcome setbacks, and stay mentally well.' Rangamanju stressed the importance of answer writing calling it the 'fulcrum' of the exam. Sachin, inspired by civil servants like a doctor-turned-Deputy Commissioner during the Covid-19 crisis , dreams of contributing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. 'IAS fits my motto of personal liberation and societal welfare,' he said. Rangamanju, meanwhile, is eager to address governance challenges with careful judgment and evolving structure of governance. For Rangamanju, the UPSC interview felt like a 'religious pilgrimage'. 'I enjoyed it, and the board president was like God,' he said, reflecting on his first interview experience. 'Be consistent, practice answer writing, and surround yourself with good friends and maintain a healthy mental and physical health,' is their advice to UPSC aspirants. Meanwhile, some other UPSC toppers from Karnataka are Anupriya Sakya (AIR 120), Madhavi R (AIR 446), Prativa Kama (AIR 461), Abhisheel Jaiswal (538), and Vishakha Kadam (AIR 962).
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru doctor tops Karnataka in UPSC, Haveri farmer's son among top 50
Two medical graduates from Karnataka have secured spots among the top 50 in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination 2024, showcasing the state's strong representation in one of India's toughest competitive exams. According to a report by The Hindu, Dr R Rangamanju, a Bengaluru native, achieved an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 24, while Dr Sachin Basavaraj Guttur from Haveri district bagged AIR 41. Both candidates, despite their backgrounds in medicine, opted for careers in public administration and cleared the exam with flying colours. Dr. Rangamanju, an alumnus of Bengaluru Medical College and Research Institute, credited his success to his late father, former IPS officer R Ramesh. 'He was my biggest role model,' Rangamanju said according to the publication. A product of National Public School in Rajajinagar, Rangamanju prepared for the examination without formal coaching. Calling it a challenging but rewarding journey, he emphasised the importance of patience and perseverance. (Also Read: 'Cleared UPSC while serving this face card': Instagram video goes viral with 2 million views) Dr Sachin Guttur's story is one of quiet determination. A native of Kodeyala Hosapete village near Ranebennur in Haveri district, Sachin is the son of a farmer-brick kiln worker and a homemaker. He completed his MBBS from JJM Medical College, Davanagere, in 2019, and chose to pursue civil services soon after, the report added. He initially moved to Delhi to prepare but had to return to Karnataka due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Undeterred, he continued his efforts from Bengaluru before heading back to Delhi for further attempts. After falling short of the interview stage in his earlier tries, Sachin finally cracked the exam in his fourth attempt. His father, Basavaraj, expressed immense pride in his son's decision to shift focus from medicine to public service. 'We initially wanted him to become a doctor, which he did. But when he chose a different path, we stood by him,' he said. (Also Read: UPSC topper Shakti Dubey's powerful advice to aspirants: 'Not more important than your life')
India.com
23-04-2025
- General
- India.com
Meet R Rangamanju, Karnataka UPSC 2024 exam topper, his AIR is..., he is a qualified...
Meet R Rangamanju, Karnataka UPSC 2024 exam topper, his AIR is..., he is a qualified... The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 results was declared on Tuesday in which Banaras Hindu University's postgraduate Shakti Dubey and Haryana's Harshita Goyal have bagged the first and second rank, respectively, with three women, including the topper, securing positions in the top four. From Karnataka, it was Dr R Rangamanju from Bengaluru who has emerged as state topper by securing All India Rank 24. Rangamanju, son of former IPS Officer R Ramesh, managed to crack the exam in his sixth attempt. Rangamanju attributed his success to patience and hard work and said that his father was his biggest inspiration. 'He was an IPS officer and we lost him when he was in service,' he said. Rangamanju completed his schooling from National Public School, Rajajinagar, and MBBS from Bengaluru Medical College and Research Institute. Interestingly, Rangamanju did not take any coaching for prelims and mains. He chose anthropology as an optional subject for the mains. As many as 1,009 candidates have cleared the civil services examination this year. The civil services (preliminary) examination 2024 was conducted on June 16 last year. A total of 9,92,599 candidates applied for this examination, out of which 5,83,213 candidates actually appeared in the test. As many as 14,627 candidates qualified for appearance in the written (main) examination, which was held in September 2024. Out of these, 2,845 candidates qualified for the personality test or interview, which were held between January 7 and April 17 this year. Of them, 1,009 candidates — 725 men and 284 women — have been recommended by the UPSC for appointment to various services. Out of the total successful candidates, 335 are from the general category, 109 from the economically weaker sections, 318 from other backward classes, 160 from scheduled castes and 87 from scheduled tribes, according to a statement issued by the commission.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Test of resilience: Two Karnataka doctors among 50 UPSC exam toppers
Bengaluru/Bagalkote: Two doctors from Karnataka figure among 50 toppers in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 , whose results were announced Tuesday. While Dr R Rangamanju from Bengaluru landed 24th rank, Dr Sachin Basavaraju Guttur , 29, from Kodiyaal village in Ranebennur taluk, bagged 41st rank. Dr Rangamanju's excellent performance came in his sixth and final attempt. Son of a retired IPS officer, Rangamanju's story is one of sheer perseverance. "I didn't get a rank in my first five attempts. But I kept going, and this time, I made it. My father served as IPS officer in Karnataka. After his demise, my mother's constant encouragement kept me focused," the 29-year-old said, adding that AI helped him indirectly in his preparation but didn't elaborate. Dr Guttur said he made it to the top 50 in his fourth attempt. He was not the one to give up after three unsuccessful attempts. "Consistency, dedication, support of my family and a good learning ecosystem made the difference. UPSC exam gives students from rural areas like me a genuine shot at greatness," he added. Bengalurean Anupriya Sakya, 25, who was chosen for IPS after clearing UPSC exam, has now landed 120th rank and is hopeful of realising her Indian Administrative Service (IAS) dream. "I started preparing during my final year of engineering. My father, a senior engineer in Karnataka government, used to speak passionately about IAS officers. Many of my friends' parents were in the service too. Their leadership inspired me," the Hesaraghatta resident said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle Japanese hair growth method for men and women's scalp Hair's Rich Learn More Undo Anupriya missed out in her first attempt in the interview stage and joined IPS in her second. Perseverance pays off for farmers' sons Two farmers' sons from Karnataka — Panduranga Sadashiv Kambli and Madhu A — have bagged all-India ranks 529 and 544, respectively. Panduranga's journey from Akkimaradi village in Mudhol taluk, Bagalkote district, is a shining example of education's power to transform lives. He began his schooling in a modest private primary school in Saidapur village, then went on to attend Navodaya School in Kulageri (Badami taluk) from class 6 to 10. He pursued PU (science) at a college in Konnur, near Rabkavi-Banahatti, and later earned an engineering degree from RVCE, Bengaluru. His UPSC journey, too, was a test of resilience. Panduranga cleared the prelims five times and made the cut after his third personality test attempt. Madhu from Iragasandra village in Kolar district cleared the exam on his fourth attempt without any coaching. Son of farmers Anandappa and Sushilamma, Madhu studied at a government school, then Jawahar Navodaya School in Chikkaballapur and holds a BSc in agriculture. Despite facing three interview rejections, he persisted with four years of self-study at home and mentor support — proving that discipline and dedication can beat all odds.
