IAS Success Story: Nidhi Siwach Passes UPSC Exam Amidst Failure and Marriage Pressures, Know Her Strategy 

Nidhi's family was pressuring her into getting married after she failed twice in a row. She left everything and focused on her preparation.

Nidhi Siwach.

Success Story Of IAS Topper Nidhi Siwach: The UPSC journey is a struggle for many people and they also have to deal with a lot of mental pressure. Various taunts and criticisms come your way when you fail. Today, let's track the journey of IAS officer Nidhi Siwach. Her family had placed a condition before her - if she failed, she would have to get married. Amidst this pressure, she focused on self-study and fulfilled her dream of becoming an IAS officer by securing a good rank in the third attempt.

Joined UPSC After Working for 2 Years 
Nidhi is originally from Gurugram, Haryana. After obtaining a degree in mechanical engineering, she took a job in a company in Hyderabad. After working for 2 years, she decided to prepare for UPSC. It was not easy for Nidhi to take this decision, as her career was almost set. However, she decided to become an IAS officer.

Her Family Placed a Condition 
Despite working hard, Nidhi had to face failure in UPSC twice in a row. While she was trying to keep herself positive, her family put a condition before her - if she failed this time, she would have to get married. Nidhi accepted the condition but she also decided to work harder and clear the UPSC exam. She achieved an All-India Rank 83 in her third attempt. She finally joined her favourite Indian Administration Services.

Watch Nidhi's Interview with Delhi Knowledge Track Here 

Nidhi Siwach's Advice to Other Candidates
Nidhi believes that small mistakes become the reason for your failure in the UPSC journey. Therefore, while preparing, it is best to focus on these little things. According to her, self-study is the best way to crack this exam. Even if you fail, instead of getting disappointed, identify your shortcomings and rectify them. Hard work and a positive attitude are essential here.