Success Story: Securing the second rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, one of the toughest exams, is a remarkable achievement. The brilliance of top rankers inspires us with their hard work, struggles, and success stories, motivating us along the way. Animesh Pradhan’s story, as the 2nd rank holder in the Civil Services Examination 2023, exemplifies this. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
His selection highlights his personal struggles as well as his determination and dedication to his dreams. Hailing from Odisha, Animesh Pradhan achieved the second rank in the country in his first attempt at the UPSC Civil Services Examination, a feat achieved through his indomitable courage and the support of his family. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
He faced significant challenges following the death of his parents. His father passed away when he was in the 11th grade, and his mother later succumbed to cancer. This all happened during his UPSC preparation, but Animesh Pradhan never gave up. He continued his studies while his mother was undergoing treatment, and ultimately, his hard work paid off. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
Animesh Pradhan completed his school education from DAV Public School, MCL, Kalinga Area wherein he secured 98.8% in class 12. He earned a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from NIT Rourkela with a CGPA of 9.17 in 2021. Later on, he joined the Indian Oil Corporation. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
His mother dreamed of him becoming an IAS officer. After her death, Animesh Pradhan intensified his efforts to fulfil this dream, driven by his desire to honour her sacrifices. He had started preparing after completing graduation. He cleared UPSC Civil Services Exam in 2023. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
In memory of his loved ones, Pradhan overcame the steep challenges of the UPSC and moved forward to realise his dreams. He has always preferred the Odisha IAS cadre and now aims to return to his home state to serve society. Pradhan’s story demonstrates that a person can achieve their dreams despite facing difficulties, proving that with hope and determination, any challenge can be overcome. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
In the UPSC 2023 mains written exam, Pradhan secured a score of 892 out of 1750. In the personality test, he scored 175 out of 275. Overall, he received 1067 out of 2025 marks or 52.69 per cent. (Instagram/ias_animesh_pradhan)
