In 2019, she cracked her UPSC exam with an AIR 30, having lived an active, healthy lifestyle and instilling the discipline she needed to regain her self-esteem.
Published: November 30, 2025 9:19 AM IST
Becoming an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer is one of the most challenging and competitive careers in India. In the past few years, thousands of candidates have dedicated a lot of time and effort to preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, all of whom have their own personal hardships and aspirations. Some are trying to overcome poverty. Others feel the pain of multiple failures after numerous attempts to take the IAS exam and refuse to give up in their quest to succeed. Aspiring candidates also face longstanding personal health and mental issues that hinder their ability to take the examination, but they are steadfast in their pursuit of achieving the goal of serving their country as IAS officers.
What challenges did she face during her first attempt?
One such person is IAS Pari Bishnoi, who recently confessed that she once was engaged in stress eating, which caused her to gain 45kg of weight. She felt exhausted physically as well as emotionally. Pari Bishnoi has inspired many youngsters who may feel discouraged after failing by sharing her example of perseverance. Recently, she has posted a social media video that emphasises that true victory comes when you refuse to give up.
What strategies helped her succeed on the second attempt?
IAS Pari Bishnoi hailed from Kakra village, situated in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan. She studied at St. Mary’s Convent School in Ajmer. She was a bright student since her childhood. During her school day, Bishnoi obtained 91 per cent in her class 10th examination. Furthermore, she got 89 per cent in 12th class examination.
Taking to photo-sharing social media platform Instagram, Bishnoi wrote, “The real victory is when you ‘DON’T QUIT’ If you’re in a dark place right now – You’re not stuck. You’re not broken. You can change your life. Its completely in your own hands.”
According to Bishnoi, her first attempt to clear the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination in 2017 resulted in many serious emotional and physical issues, including feelings of loneliness and anxiety. After her failure, she relocated to her hometown in Rajasthan.
After acknowledging that she had engaged in stress eating and subsequently gained 45kg of weight, she was both physically and emotionally drained. All aspects of her life began to change when she received a call for an interview for yet another opportunity. This phone call was a turning point for her, and she made a decision to not only fight for the rank but also to prove to herself that she could improve and flourish.
In 2019, she cracked her UPSC exam with an AIR 30, having lived an active, healthy lifestyle and instilling the discipline she needed to regain her self-esteem. Before passing the UPSC Civil Services exam, she reportedly qualified for the University Grants Commission–National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) examination.
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