UPSC CSE Result 2023: Five Female Candidates Among Top 10 Toppers, Breaking New Grounds

The UPSC Exam, known as the Union Public Service Commission Examination, is renowned as one of India's most challenging tests. With the recent announcement of the 2023 civil services examination results by the Union Public Service Commission, it's noteworthy that five female candidates have secured positions in the top ten. Below, we provide a list of their names.

Donuru Ananya Reddy- AIR 3

Donuru Ananya Reddy, hailing from the remote village of Ponnekal in Addakul mandal within Telangana’s Mahabubnagar district, clinched the prestigious third rank nationwide in the CSE-2023 organised by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Except for Anthropology, a subject she was unfamiliar with, she refrained from attending coaching classes for the other subjects in the Civil Services Examination. Ananya pursued a BA (Honours) in geology from Delhi University’s Miranda House College and commenced her UPSC exam preparation in Hyderabad following her graduation in 2021. Remarkably, she successfully cleared the examinations on her first attempt.

Reflecting on her journey, Ananya shared, “Right from my childhood, I had this idea in my mind. I was introduced to the UPSC by my grandfather. So I always had that seed in me. When I started looking for career opportunities after completing my graduation, I realised that civil services will provide me a very unique blend—I can serve my country and I will also have the opportunity of having administrative duties. This blend attracted me towards the UPSC,” she said in an interview with Indian Express.

Ruhani- AIR 5

Making it into the top 10 is 28-year-old Ruhani from Gurgaon, achieving an impressive all-India rank of five on her sixth attempt at the UPSC exam. Ruhani's educational journey includes schooling at a private institution in Gurgaon, followed by pursuing a Bachelor’s in Economics (Honours) from Delhi University’s St Stephen’s College. She furthered her academic pursuits by obtaining a Master’s degree in Economics from IGNOU in 2019. Subsequently, Ruhani gained valuable experience as an Assistant Director at NITI Ayog for three years, having successfully cleared the Indian Economic Service exam. In her fifth attempt at the UPSC exam last year, she secured a position in the Indian Police Service and was undergoing training in Hyderabad, as reported by Indian Express.

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Srishti Dabas- AIR 6

Srishti Dabas, a graduate of Indraprastha College for Women, Delhi University, with a B.A. Honours in Political Science furthered her academic pursuits by completing her M.A. in Political Science from IGNOU. With a notable career background, she currently serves as an RBI Grade B officer, stationed in the Human Resource Department at the Reserve Bank of India. In this role, she oversees the appraisals of all employees at the bank. Srishti's remarkable journey, from being a determined aspirant to achieving the coveted All India Rank (AIR) 6 in the UPSC 2023 examination, serves as a truly inspiring tale of perseverance and success.

Nausheen- AIR 9

24-year-old Nausheen, in her fourth attempt, achieved a significant milestone by clearing the UPSC civil services examination, securing an all-India rank of nine. Originally from Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur, Nausheen pursued her education at Delhi University’s Khalsa College.

UPSC Topper Nausheen AIR-9

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During her interview, Nausheen shared with Indian Express, a pivotal moment that likely influenced her selection. When asked to name two historical events she wished had never occurred, she responded by citing the world wars and the colonisation of African and Asian countries. Nausheen's articulate discussion on this topic, which she holds dear to her heart, showcased her depth of knowledge and passion, possibly contributing to her successful selection.

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Aishwaryam Prajapati- AIR 10

Aishwaryam Prajapati, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, secured the 10th position in the UPSC 2023 exam. Remarkably, this achievement came in her second attempt. Aishwaryam shared her journey, in an interview with Hindustan Times saying, "I always wanted to become an IAS officer. My goal was very clear once I passed Class 10. After completing Class 12 from Rani Laxmi Bai Senior Secondary School, I pursued B Tech from NIT, Uttarakhand, from 2016-20. Thereafter, I took up a job with L&T and worked for a good 18 months." Her determination and perseverance are truly commendable.

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