UPSC announces result, SRCC graduate Ishita Kishore bags Rank 1

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of year 2022 on Tuesday and the top positions are secured by Ishita Kishore, Garima Lohia, Uma Harathi N and Smriti Mishra.

Jasmine Rahman

May 23, 2023 - 21:11

UPSC announces result, SRCC graduate Ishita Kishore bags Rank 1

UPSC 2023 Toppers : Ishita, Garima, Uma

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of year 2022 on Tuesday and the top positions are secured by Ishita Kishore, Garima Lohia, Uma Harathi N and Smriti Mishra.

On Tuesday, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) unveiled the results of the Civil Services 2022 examination.Ishita Kishore emerged as the topper with All India Rank (AIR) 1, followed by Garima Lohia at Rank 2 , Uma Harathi N at Rank 3 and Smriti Mishra at Rank 4. All the top 4 positions have been grabbed by females, proving that women are capable of reaching heights.

Continuing the trend from the previous year, female candidates have once again showcased their exceptional capabilities by securing the top three positions in one of India's most prestigious examinations. This remarkable achievement solidifies their status as pioneers and inspirations for aspiring civil servants.

Alongside the announcement of the results, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has made available the merit list for the Civil Services 2022 examination.

The UPSC declared the mains result on December 6, 2022, while the personality test spanned from January to May 2023. Out of all the candidates, a total of 933 individuals have been recommended for positions in the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service, as well as Central Services Group A and Group B. 345 candidates are from General category, 99 from EWS, 263 from OBC, 154 from SC, 72 from ST.

Who are the UPSC toppers?

Ishita Kishore, a 28-year-old from Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has achieved the top position in the UPSC exam. Ishita Kishore graduated in economics from Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi, in 2017. Following her graduation, she started her professional journey at Ernst & Young, where she made significant contributions to the risk advisory department, carving her own path to success.

Ishita has consistently showcased her versatility as an athlete, displaying remarkable skills in various sports during her school years, both academically and professionally.

Despite encountering initial obstacles, Ishita demonstrated unwavering determination and successfully cleared the UPSC examination on her third attempt. This accomplishment marked her first qualification for the interview round, which serves as the final stage of the UPSC examination process.

It is important to highlight that in her initial two endeavors, Ishita did not clear the preliminary stage of the UPSC CSE examination.

In an interview with Aajtak, Ishita shared her experience of receiving a multitude of phone calls after her remarkable achievement in the UPSC examination. She candidly mentioned that it was her third attempt and acknowledged the tremendous effort she had put in, underscoring the lengthy and arduous nature of her journey. Ishita emphasized the significance of persistence and diligence when discussing her career accomplishments.

Raised in a family with a rich military heritage, Ishita's aspiration to serve her nation was deeply influenced by her father, an esteemed officer in the Indian Air Force. Following two years of professional experience at Ernst and Young, she made a pivotal decision to redirect her efforts towards preparing for the UPSC exams. This choice exemplifies her unwavering dedication to public service and her resolute determination to create a meaningful impact.

“I am very happy over getting the first rank. It’s a dream come true for me,” Ishita told PTI.

Lohia and Mishra, who secured top positions, pursued their bachelor's degrees at the University of Delhi. On the other hand, Harathi N holds a B.Tech degree from IIT-Hyderabad.

This is second year in a row where the females have aced the exam, bagging top positions. Last year, Shruti Sharma, Ankita Agarwal and Gamini Singla secured the top 3 positions.

This is a remarkable achievement for all the candidates.

What is UPSC exam and what are it's stages?

The UPSC exam refers to the Civil Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in India. It is considered one of the most prestigious and competitive examinations in the country. The examination's objective is to identify individuals suitable for diverse civil service positions within the government, which encompass the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

The UPSC exam consists of three main stages:

Preliminary Examination (Prelims): This is the first stage of the exam and consists of two objective-type papers: General Studies Paper-I and General Studies Paper-II (Civil Services Aptitude Test or CSAT). The Prelims serve as a screening test, and candidates who qualify are eligible to appear for the next stage.
Main Examination (Mains): The Mains is the second stage and comprises a written examination. It consists of nine papers, including essay writing, general studies papers, and optional subjects chosen by the candidates. The Mains examination assesses candidates' in-depth knowledge and analytical abilities.
Personality Test (Interview): The final stage is the Personality Test, commonly known as the interview. Candidates who clear the Mains examination are shortlisted for an interview conducted by the UPSC board. The interview assesses the candidate's personality traits, communication skills, and overall suitability for the civil services.

Candidates' performance in all three stages, i.e., Prelims, Mains, and Interview, is taken into account for determining their final ranking and selection for the various civil services positions.

Here's the toppers list

Rank Name