After graduating from BITS Pilani and gaining experience as a software engineer at Google, Anudeep started preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE).

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam is one of the toughest and most challenging competitive exams in India. To crack this exam, candidates dedicate countless hours of focused study. Every year thousands of candidates appear for the exam to become an IAS, IFS, IRS or IPS officer. However, only a select few manage to pass this rigorous test.

The UPSC exam consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains and Interview. Today, we will take a peek into the life of Anudeep Durishetti, whose remarkable journey is a testament to his unwavering perseverance and determination.

After graduating from BITS Pilani and gaining experience as a software engineer at Google, Anudeep started preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). Despite a promising career in the tech industry, he decided to resign and pursue his passion to serve the country by becoming a civil servant. Anudeep sat for UPSC for the first time in 2012, but failed to pass, but his persistence paid off when he secured a place in the Indian Revenue Service (IRS) in the second attempt in 2013.

Anudeep Durishetti created history by securing the prestigious AIR 1 in UPSC CSE 2017. He scored 1,126 out of 2025 marks. He holds the record for highest marks in UPSC exam.

Anudeep attributes his success to his family. Their emotional support played a vital role in keeping him focused on his studies and achieving his goals. His journey serves as an inspiration, showing the power of perseverance, family support and a strong commitment to one's ambitions in pursuit of excellence in public service.