In a remarkable blend of academic triumph and social media virality, Poorva Choudhary, who secured AIR 533 in UPSC 2024, has become the talk of the internet. Her story, brought to life through a heartfelt Instagram video created by her sister, has crossed over 2 million views and continues to inspire thousands of UPSC aspirants across the country.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the final Civil Services Examination 2024 results this week, with 1,009 candidates selected for appointment into top-tier services including the IAS, IFS, and IPS. Of these, 284 successful candidates are women, marking a significant presence of female officers in India’s bureaucracy.
📸 The Viral Reel That Took Over Instagram
The Instagram reel, posted by Navya Saharan, features a montage of photos capturing Poorva’s journey, with the cheeky overlay:
“Cleared UPSC… while serving this face card”
One standout image shows Poorva in front of the iconic UPSC building — a likely memory from the interview round. The caption added a sibling twist:
“Sibling goals? One cracked the most difficult exam in our country. The other’s writing this caption!!!”
💬 Poorva Choudhary’s Message to Aspirants
On her own Instagram profile, Poorva expressed gratitude and pride with the caption:
“A little something happened today. A little flex—loaded with sabr, sealed with shukrana and lots of duas. The day was kind.”
She used hashtags like #UPSC #UPSC2024 #CivilServicesJourney, which have since gone trending.
📊 UPSC 2024 by the Numbers
- Exam Date (Prelims): June 16, 2024
- Applicants: 9,92,599
- Appeared Candidates: 5,83,213
- Final Selected: 1,009
- Top Ranker: Shakti Dubey
Speaking to the media, AIR 1 Shakti Dubey advised aspirants to stay balanced:
“Work hard but don’t let any exam overshadow your well-being.”