Who Is Anuj Agnihotri?
Anuj Agnihotri is the UPSC CSE 2025 topper who secured All India Rank 1 in the final result declared in March 2026 by the Union Public Service Commission. He hails from Chittorgarh, Rajasthan.
With a background in medicine and a strong commitment to public service, Anuj’s achievement has become an inspiration for thousands of civil service aspirants across India.
Educational Background:
- Schooling: Completed in Rajasthan
- MBBS from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jodhpur
- Optional Subject for UPSC: Medical Science
Achievements and Interests
Apart from academics, Anuj has also achieved several distinctions and actively participated in extracurricular activities.
Some of his notable achievements include:
- Child Scientist at the National Children’s Science Congress (2012)
- Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) Fellowship (2017)
- Silver Medal with distinction in Physiology in university examinations
During his college years, he also demonstrated leadership and teamwork.
He served as a Batch Representative in college and was part of the management committee of the inter-college Medifest “Aura.”
His hobbies include playing table tennis and watching stand-up comedy, which helped him maintain balance during the intense UPSC preparation journey.
UPSC Journey and Attempts
- Anuj Agnihotri’s UPSC journey reflects perseverance and continuous improvement.
- He first appeared for the Civil Services Examination in 2023. In that attempt, he successfully cleared the exam and was allocated to the Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Civil Service (DANICS).
- He joined the service as a DANICS Probationer in December 2024, while continuing his preparation with the aim of achieving a higher rank in the civil services examination.
- His dedication and focused preparation paid off when he appeared again in UPSC CSE 2025, securing All India Rank 1.
Inspiration for Aspirants
The journey of Anuj Agnihotri, AIR 1 in UPSC CSE 2025, shows that success in the civil services examination is achieved through consistency, discipline, and belief in one’s goals. From Rawatbhata in Rajasthan to the top rank in the UPSC merit list, his story stands as a powerful inspiration for aspirants who dream of serving the nation through the civil services.
