Meet woman who cleared UPSC exam at 23 in her first attempt, got AIR 94, but didn't become IAS officer due to...

The UPSC Civil Services Examination is renowned for being one of the most challenging and competitive exams in India.

Tamali Saha from West Bengal has accomplished an extraordinary feat by passing the demanding UPSC IFS exam on her very first attempt. At the age of 23, she has become a beacon of inspiration across the nation, demonstrating that with determination, the right strategy, and hard work, any goal can be achieved.

Tamali's path to success began in her hometown of North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, where she completed her schooling. She then moved to Kolkata to earn a degree in Zoology from Calcutta University.

Throughout her college years, Tamali remained steadfast in her ambition to clear the UPSC exam. In 2020, her perseverance was rewarded when she passed the UPSC Indian Forest Service Examination on her first try, achieving an All India Rank of 94. This remarkable accomplishment earned her the esteemed position of Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer, with her posting in her home state of West Bengal.