In a highly anticipated announcement, UPSC has declared the Civil Services Examination 2025 results, spotlighting Anuj Agnihotri as the All India Rank 1. Rajeshwari Suve M and Akansh Dhull follow in second and third places, respectively, in this fiercely contested exam that tests intellect and resilience.
Compiled from August 2025 prelims and mains, plus interviews spanning late 2025 to early 2026, the merit list features 958 recommended candidates for central and all-India services. The top 10 showcases diversity: fourth is Raghav Jhunjhunwala, fifth Ishaan Bhatnagar, sixth Jinia Arora, seventh AR Raja Mohideen, eighth Pakshal Secretary, ninth Aastha Jain, and tenth Ujjwal Priyank.
Demographically, general category leads with 317 selections, followed by 306 OBC, 104 EWS, 158 SC, and 73 ST candidates. PwD inclusions across boards highlight equity. Against 1087 sanctioned posts—180 IAS, 150 IPS, 55 IFS, plus Group A and B services—final allocations will align with vacancies and rules.
Notably, 348 selections are provisional pending verification, and two results are on hold. UPSC’s help desks stand ready for queries during office hours.
This exam, renowned for recruiting officers to IAS, IFS, IPS, and more, continues to be a benchmark of excellence. The 2025 batch’s journey from aspirants to civil servants exemplifies perseverance, setting a promising tone for India’s governance future.