Bihar IAS officer succeeds despite average academic performance

Many people try to pass the UPSC exam every year. This exam is one of the hardest in the world. It helps people secure jobs in India's government. Among these hopeful candidates is Awanish Sharan, whose story is very inspiring. Awanish comes from Bihar and studied in a government school. He was an average student. He scored 44.7% in Class 10, 65% in Class 12, and 60% in college. Despite these numbers, he was determined to pass the UPSC exam. Before attempting UPSC, he did not succeed in the CPF and CDS exams. He also failed ten times in state PCS prelims but kept trying. In his first attempt at the UPSC Civil Services exam, Awanish reached the interview stage but did not succeed. His second attempt was a turning point; he achieved an All India Rank of 77. In 2009, he became an IAS officer and is now serving in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Awanish has shared his experiences to encourage other students. In 2022, he posted his Class 10 marks online, showing that he scored only 314 out of 700. This post inspired many people and highlighted that hard work matters more than grades. For those preparing for UPSC, Awanish suggests a focused study plan. He recommends using only a few trusted books, avoiding social media distractions, and reading newspapers to stay informed. His story shows that with hard work and determination, anyone can achieve their dreams.