UPSC – India’s Pinnacle of Public Service Ambitions
Every year, lakhs of aspirants across India compete in the Union Public Service Commission’s Civil Services Examination (UPSC CSE), one of the toughest and most prestigious exams in the country. The exam selects future IAS, IPS, IFS, and other elite civil service officers who go on to play crucial roles in governance and policy implementation across India.
In this fiercely competitive arena, Odisha’s own Ritika Rath has carved her name into history by securing an All-India Rank (AIR) of 48 in the UPSC CSE 2024 results announced on Tuesday—emerging as the state topper and making her home state proud.
Ritika Rath: A Journey of Grit and Excellence
A former student of SAI International School, Bhubaneswar, Ritika Rath completed her Class X in 2017 and has since been steadily working toward her dream of joining the Indian Administrative Service. With her impressive rank of 48, Ritika is expected to be appointed to the IAS, a position regarded as the backbone of India’s administrative structure.
Her success reflects years of focused preparation, discipline, and a deep commitment to public service—an inspiration for thousands of aspirants in Odisha and beyond.
Understanding the UPSC CSE 2024 Selection Process
This year’s examination process began with the Preliminary Examination held on June 16, 2024, followed by the Mains conducted from September 20 to 29, 2024, and concluded with the Personality Test interviews held between January 7 and April 17, 2025.
A total of 1,009 candidates were recommended for appointments across the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and other Central Services in Group A and B. These candidates span across various categories:
· General: 335 (including 31 PwBD)
· OBC: 318 (including 10 PwBD)
· SC: 160 (including 3 PwBD)
· EWS: 109 (including 2 PwBD)
· ST: 87 (including 2 PwBD)
The top 10 ranks this year include names like Shakti Dubey (Rank 1), Harshita Goyal, and Dongre Archit Parag, showcasing a diverse and talented group of individuals ready to serve the nation.
A Bright Future for Odisha and Indian Governance
Ritika Rath’s outstanding performance is more than a personal milestone—it is a beacon of hope and motivation for aspirants across Odisha and the country. Her journey underscores the power of perseverance, academic excellence, and a genuine desire to serve the nation. As she embarks on her administrative career, Ritika carries not just her own dreams, but the pride and aspirations of an entire state.
In a world that constantly needs more capable leaders, Ritika’s success is a reminder that dreams backed by determination know no limits.
(With agency inputs)
