Monika Srivastava is one of the top achievers in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025, securing All India Rank (AIR) 16.
Early Life and Education
- She belongs to Aurangabad, Bihar.
- She completed her B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.
UPSC Journey
- Monika chose Economics as her optional subject.
- She cleared UPSC after multiple attempts, demonstrating remarkable perseverance.
- In an earlier attempt, she secured AIR 455 and joined a government service. However, she continued her preparation with the goal of achieving a higher rank.
- In UPSC CSE 2025, her dedication paid off when she secured AIR 16, placing her among the top candidates in the country.
Monika Srivastava association with BLISS POINT STUDIES
- Daily Answer writing (Mark-up Program)
- Test Series
Key Success Factors
- Consistent answer-writing practice.
- Strong conceptual understanding of Economics.
- Regular revision and test-series participation.
- Persistence despite setbacks and multiple attempts.
Marks (Reported)
| Name | Written Marks | Interview Marks | Total Marks | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monika Srivastava | 819 | 206 | 1025 | AIR 16 |