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UPSC Topper IAS Ishita Kishore Achieves All India Rank 1 After Failing Prelims Twice
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From Prelims Failure to UPSC Topper: Ishita Kishore's Inspiring Journey to AIR 1
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19-03-2026, 13:15
From Prelims Failure to UPSC Topper: Ishita Kishore's Inspiring Journey to AIR 1
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Ishita Kishore, despite failing Prelims twice, secured All India Rank 1 in her third UPSC attempt.
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A national-level football player, she developed discipline and teamwork that aided her success.
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Daughter of a martyred Wing Commander, she achieved her dream with her mother's unwavering support.
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She left a high-paying job at Ernst & Young to dedicate herself to UPSC preparation, studying 8-9 hours daily.
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Emphasized choosing optional subjects based on interest, opting for Political Science & International Relations over Economics.
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