A Saga of Perseverance and Triumph in Public Service

A Saga of Perseverance and Triumph in Public Service | Exclusive Interview

Muskan Khandelwal
Published on 7 Oct 2023, 9:00 am IST
1 minute read

Highlights

Despite facing six unsuccessful attempts in the UPSC CSE and three at the JKPSC, Rajat Sambyal exhibited unparalleled resilience
In an exclusive video interview with Indian Masterminds, he shared how he conquered the mental health hurdles all through the journey
He secured an impressive 64th rank in the prestigious JKPSC rankings in 2022

With heart undeterred and dreams unbroken, Rajat Sambyal, a civil engineer hailing from the scenic landscape of Jammu, transformed his failures into stepping stones. A beacon of resilience and determination in the realm of public service, Mr Sambyal is now popularly known as the real life Sandeep Bhaiya.

In an exclusive video interview to Indian Masterminds, Mr. Sambyal shared about his remarkable journey through the trials and tribulations of numerous competitive exams. For a decade, he navigated the intricate maze of aspirations, facing setbacks that would deter even the strongest souls.

Six unsuccessful attempts at the UPSC CSE and three at the JKPSC did not shatter his spirit; instead, they fuelled his determination. Participating in over 30 government examinations, he epitomized persistence.

Watch the full interview here:

Against all odds, he rose, earning his place in the prestigious JKPSC rankings in 2022 with an impressive 64^th rank. His story echoes the triumph of the human spirit and serves as an inspiration to aspiring minds.

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Ayodhya Prasad Singh
Published on 26 Apr 2024, 9:22 am IST
5 minutes read

Highlights

Sarika AK from Kerala cracked UPSC CSE-2022 with AIR 922

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Read the full story to know how she did it

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Muskan Khandelwal
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5 minutes read

Highlights

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2 minutes read

Highlights

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2 minutes read

Highlights

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2 minutes read

Highlights

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