The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Exam is considered one of the toughest competitive exams in India. To pass this competitive exam, a person studies religiously for several hours. Every year, thousands of candidates seek to take the exam to become IAS, IFS, IRS, and IPS. Only a few number of them succeed in the most competitive exam, which consists of three parts: preliminary exam, main exam, and interview. Today we will talk about Anudeep Durishetty whose remarkable journey serves as a testament to his unwavering dedication and resilience.
After graduating from BITS Pilani and gaining work experience as a software engineer at Google, Anudeep started his UPSC CSE preparations. He felt a strong desire to serve his country, even in the face of a lucrative career, which led him to resign from his job and take on the challenging vocation of a federal servant. His first attempt in 2012 did not work out, and although his second attempt in 2013 got him a job in the Indian Revenue Service (IRS), his dream of becoming an IAS official was not realised.
Despite obstacles, Anudeep persevered and tried to pass the UPSC CSE in 2014 and 2015. Even though he had setbacks, these losses strengthened his resolve rather than quenching his enthusiasm. On his fifth try in 2017, Anudeep not only made it into the elite IAS but also won the UPSC CSE 2017 with an AIR 01 score, an amazing feat that he completed without the help of a coach. He is currently Hyderabad's District Collector.
Anudeep Durishetty made history by securing the coveted AIR 1 in UPSC CSE 2017. He scored 1,126 out of 2025 marks. He record for the highest marks ever scored in the UPSC exam.
Anudeep credits his family's support for a large portion of his accomplishment. Their support—both material and emotional—was essential in allowing him to concentrate on his studies and achieve his goals. His story inspires others by highlighting the importance of tenacity, family support, and an unshakeable dedication to one's goals in the pursuit of excellence in public service.
