AIIMS Jodhpur MBBS Graduate Anuj Agnihotri Tops UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the results of the Civil Services Examination 2025 on Friday, with AIIMS Jodhpur MBBS graduate Anuj Agnihotri securing the coveted top rank. The commission has recommended a total of 958 candidates for appointment to various prestigious services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS).
Top Rankers and Their Backgrounds
Anuj Agnihotri, who topped the exam, cleared the civil services with medical science as his optional subject. His educational journey began at Atomic Energy Central School, where he completed his Class X, followed by Class XII at MB Public Senior Secondary School in Kota. This achievement underscores the strong performance of medical graduates in the competitive exam.
Securing the second rank is Rajeshwari Suve M from Madurai, Tamil Nadu. An engineering graduate from Anna University, she had previously cleared the state civil services examination and is currently serving as a deputy collector, demonstrating her commitment to public service.
Ekansh Dhull from Haryana claimed the third rank. A commerce graduate from Shri Ram College of Commerce at the University of Delhi, he had earlier cleared the UPSC exam in 2024 with rank 342, showcasing remarkable improvement to break into the top three this year.
The fourth and fifth ranks were secured by Delhi graduates, highlighting the city's dominance in the top echelons. Raghav Jhunjhunwala, with a BA (Hons) degree in Economics from the University of Delhi, took the fourth position, while Ishan Bhatnagar, a BA LLB (Hons) graduate from National Law University Delhi, secured the fifth rank with sociology as his optional subject.
Exam Statistics and Candidate Breakdown
The Civil Services Examination 2025 witnessed massive participation, with nearly 9.3 lakh applicants. Out of these, 5,76,793 candidates appeared for the preliminary examination conducted on May 25, 2025. A total of 14,161 candidates qualified for the written mains examination held in August 2025, and 2,736 candidates progressed to the personality test stage conducted between December 2025 and February 2026.
Following the rigorous selection process, the UPSC has recommended 958 candidates for appointment. The government has reported 1,087 vacancies across various services, including:
- 180 posts in the IAS
- 55 in the IFS
- 150 in the IPS
- 507 vacancies in Central Services Group 'A'
- 195 posts in Group 'B' services
Category-Wise Distribution and Reserve List
The recommended candidates reflect a diverse representation across categories:
- 317 from the general category
- 104 from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
- 306 from the Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- 158 from the Scheduled Castes (SC)
- 73 from the Scheduled Tribes (ST)
Additionally, the list includes 42 persons with benchmark disabilities across four categories, promoting inclusivity in civil services. The commission has also maintained a consolidated reserve list of 258 candidates in accordance with the Civil Services Examination Rules 2025.
Final Appointments and Verification Process
Final appointments will be made based on the number of vacancies available in each service. The authorities concerned will conduct verification of candidates' reservation claims to ensure transparency and adherence to guidelines. This step is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the selection process and upholding the principles of merit and equity.
The results of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 not only celebrate the achievements of top rankers like Anuj Agnihotri but also highlight the continued dominance of graduates from medicine, engineering, law, and commerce in India's premier administrative exam. As these candidates prepare to take on key roles in governance, their diverse backgrounds promise to bring fresh perspectives to public service.
