From IRS to IAS AIR 1: The Inspiring Journey of Kerala’s First Woman UPSC Topper

Ann Mariya has created history by becoming the first Kerala woman to get the highest rank in the elite UPSC Civil Services Examination, earning All India Rank 1 on her fourth attempt. Her success story is an inspiration of unflinching determination, resilience, and grit.

Before this achievement, Ann Mariya had also cleared the UPSC exam and was preparing to be an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer but was always dreaming of becoming an IAS officer, and that inspiration encouraged her to push forward. Ann Mariya belongs to a small town in Kerala, where she kept a balance of preparation along with hard work and willpower while facing challenges along the way.

Ann credits her success to working hard, having good planning, and the unstinting support of her family. Her achievement has motivated a lot of aspirants across the country, especially women who were competing for leadership roles in public service.

Source: The Indian Express, Times Now