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From Wipro to Civil Services: How Bihar’s IAS Shweta Bharti Juggled a BPSC Job While Preparing for UPSC

IAS Shweta Bharti, from rural Bihar, balanced a full-time job and UPSC prep with discipline, cracked the exam without coaching, and now inspires aspirants as an Assistant Collector, proving grit and smart work lead to success.
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“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t.”

In the world of civil services, success is often linked to elite coaching, uninterrupted study hours, and total focus. However, Ms Shweta Bharti, a 2022 batch IAS officer from the Bihar cadre, carved her own path -one built not on privilege, but on persistence.

Since her school days, she had dreamed of joining the civil services, and despite numerous challenges, she overcame every hurdle with determination, discipline, and relentless grit. She finally achieved her goal by cracking the UPSC CSE 2021 with an All India Rank of 356. Her journey serves as a beacon of hope for thousands of aspirants across India, proving that with the right mindset and strategy, no dream is too distant.

Today, as an Assistant Collector in Bhagalpur, Bihar, her story continues to inspire countless aspirants who dare to dream while managing their responsibilities.

EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION: HUMBLE ROOTS, HIGH HOPES

Born on 11th August 1995, Shweta grew up in Rajgir Bazaar, a small town nestled in Bihar’s Nalanda district. Her father, Suresh Chaudhary, a former Deputy Director in the Education Department, always valued education, a virtue that deeply influenced Shweta.

She completed her schooling at Ishan International Public School, Patna, where she exhibited academic brilliance from an early age. Her commitment to studies remained unwavering, despite the typical challenges of growing up in a rural area. She later pursued a B.Tech in Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering from Bhagalpur Engineering College.

A CORPORATE JOB AND A CIVIL DREAM

After graduation, Shweta secured a job at Wipro, one of India’s premier multinational companies. A bright future in the corporate world awaited her – but her true calling lay elsewhere. The dream of serving the nation as a civil servant burned quietly, yet fiercely, within her.

Unlike many who leave everything behind to prepare for the UPSC, Ms Shweta couldn’t afford to quit her job due to family responsibilities. But she didn’t let that deter her. She became the architect of her own destiny, working nine hours a day and preparing for UPSC during the night.

DISCIPLINE OVER DISTRACTIONS: A RARE SACRIFICE

Ms Shweta understood that balancing a full-time job with UPSC preparation demanded exceptional discipline. To achieve her goal, she made bold and uncommon choices: she completely gave up her smartphone, stayed away from social media, minimized social interactions, and adhered to a strict study-work schedule. Her singular focus and these sacrifices enabled her to make the most of her limited time, demonstrating that success is defined by quality rather than quantity.

STEPPING STONES: BPSC SUCCESS BEFORE UPSC

Before achieving success in the UPSC, Shweta made notable strides in state-level examinations. In 2020, she cleared the 65th BPSC exam, securing the 65th rank. This earned her a posting as District Programme Officer (DPO) in the Education Department, West Champaran district. Earlier, she had also been selected in the 64th BPSC exam.

Despite these achievements, her heart remained set on the UPSC. She used these roles not as a final destination, but as stepping stones toward her true goal.

UPSC SUCCESS: TRIUMPH AGAINST THE ODDS

In 2021, after years of juggling job duties, state responsibilities, and rigorous self-study, Ms Shweta cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination, securing AIR 356 in her second attempt.

Her performance breakdown was exceptional-

  • 774 marks in the written exams
  • 168 marks in the personality test
  • Total: 942 marks

This success came in her second attempt, a result of her structured approach and unyielding commitment.

HER MESSAGE: BALANCE, BELIEF, AND BRAVERY

Ms Shweta often emphasizes that preparing for civil services while working is not easy – but not impossible either. She broke the myth that one must study 10–12 hours a day to clear the UPSC. Instead, she focused on smart study techniques, clarity of concepts, and mental discipline.

Her journey reminds aspirants that-

  • Coaching isn’t mandatory.
  • Resources matter less than strategy.
  • Determination can rewrite destiny.

ASSISTANT COLLECTOR IN BHAGALPUR

Currently, IAS Shweta serves as an Assistant Collector in Bhagalpur, Bihar. Her responsibilities are vast, and so is her influence. She continues to inspire a new generation of dreamers, especially young women and working professionals, proving that no dream is too big, and no situation too tough.

A TORCHBEARER OF HOPE

IAS Bharti’s journey isn’t just about cracking one of the toughest exams in India. It’s about resilience, time management, and self-belief. From a small town in Bihar to the corridors of power, she reminds us that success is not a product of circumstances, but of choices.

Her story is more than just inspiring – it’s a blueprint for every aspirant battling against time, responsibilities, and self-doubt.


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