The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the final results of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 on its official website at upsc.gov.in. 

A total of 1,009 candidates have been recommended by the commission for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and various Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ Central Services.

This year, the top 2 positions were secured by women. Shakti Dubey secured the first position and Harshita Goyal, secured the second rank. 

According to PTI, Dubey holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Allahabad and opted for Political Science and International Relations as her optional subject for the written (main) examination. 

Hailing from Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, she completed her schooling and graduation from the city and has been preparing for UPSC CSE since 2018, Indian Express reported.

 “My father is in police service and I have seen him working. Initially, I thought it was just a job but later I realised during my time at BHU hostel, I realised that police or vehicles make a person feel safe even if it’s late. I realised how a small power can bring a change for somebody and how public service at large benefitting people. So this is how I was attracted to government service in the first place,” said Shakti Dubey in a mock interview conducted by Chahal Academy. 

According to the commission, 14,627 candidates were qualified to appear for the written (main) examination, which was held in September 2024. Out of these, 2,845 candidates were qualified to appear for the personality test.