It is the dream of every UPSC aspirant to become an IAS officer. However, Vidushi Singh chose to become an IFS officer instead of IAS and IPS despite securing an All India Rank (AIR)-13.
Yes, you read that right! Singh is among the few extremely talented UPSC aspirants who cracked India’s toughest exam just at the age of 21. Interestingly, she cracked the exam with self-studies and no coaching, a report in DNA India stated.
Today, we will learn about the remarkable and inspiring journey of Vidushi Singh, a bureaucrat who inspires millions.
Born in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Vidushi was brought up in Ayodhya of Uttar Pradesh. After completing her schooling, she went on to graduate with a BA Honours (Economics) from the prestigious Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University in 2021.
However, her call was the UPSC. It was during her graduation days, that she had already started her preparation and built her foundation by reading NCERT and other books for basic knowledge.
A born talent, Vidushi did not take any coaching and only enrolled for test series and mock tests. Much to everyone’s surprise, the brilliant mind cracked the exam with 1039 marks in the UPSC CSE 2022. After her amazing performance, everyone thought that she would become an IAS officer.
However, she opted for IFS and is currently one of the most loved bureaucrats in India. Her inspiring journey of grit, determination, and self-confidence should serve as a motivational factor for many aspirants.