🎓 IITian to IAS Aspirant: How Rahul Kumar (AIR 712) Made His Mark with Universal Coaching Centre’s Mentorship

Every year, thousands of bright minds dream of cracking the UPSC Civil Services Examination. For Rahul Kumar, an engineering graduate from IIT Delhi and a native of Bhagalpur, Bihar, that dream turned into a proud reality when he secured All India Rank 712 in the UPSC CSE 2023.

Rahul’s journey was powered by self-discipline, clarity of goals, and the structured support he received from Universal Coaching Centre (UCC), Bengaluru.

 Why Rahul Chose Universal Coaching Centre

Switching gears from textile engineering to the complexities of civil services was no easy task. But Rahul credits Universal Coaching Centre with helping him gain the right momentum.

“UCC gave my preparation direction. From structured classes to test series and interview guidance, everything I needed was right there,” Rahul shares.

How UCC Helped Him Succeed

Rahul’s UPSC strategy, enhanced by UCC’s approach, included:

  • Daily Current Affairs Discussions tailored to GS and Essay writing

  • Comprehensive Mains Test Series with expert-level evaluation

  • Answer Writing Practice that improved speed, structure, and articulation

  • Mock Interview Panels to boost personality and presence

  • One-on-One Mentorship for doubt resolution and confidence building

“The feedback wasn’t just about what went wrong—it showed me how to get better,” he recalls.

Engineering to Administration: The Transition

Despite a technical background, Rahul confidently tackled social science subjects. UCC’s specialized faculty helped him make that transition seamless.

“They taught concepts with clarity and always linked them to current governance issues,” says Rahul.

 Advice from Rahul to Future Aspirants

“UPSC preparation needs consistency and the right ecosystem. Universal Coaching Centre gave me both. If you’re ready to commit, they’ll walk with you every step of the way.”

 Universal Coaching Centre: Proven Results, Year After Year

With 8035+ selections over 24 years, Universal Coaching Centre remains a top choice for serious UPSC aspirants. Rahul Kumar’s success story adds another proud chapter to the institute’s long-standing legacy of nurturing future administrators.

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