Studied 8 hours daily, cracked UPSC exam in first attempt, became one of India’s youngest IAS officers with AIR..., her name is..

At 22 years of age, Sulochana Meena from a rural part of Rajasthan, achieved her goal of joining the IAS on her first attempt.

The Civil Services Examination(CSE) is one of the most challenging exams in India. The exam is held in three phases: prelims, mains, and a personality test. Some candidates start their UPSC preparation with a well-defined plan, access to suitable materials, and the support of experienced teachers. For others, their path starts in uncertainty with limited material and several obstacles to overcome. However, the one common element in all of these candidates is that they all aspire to take one of the hardest examinations in India, and their ultimate goal is to be able to serve in the government of India.

UPSC preparation is not simply about reading books or memorisi