- Date : 02/06/2023
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In the UPSC Civil Services Exam, women achieved a groundbreaking feat by securing the top four ranks. The exam showcased women's increasing presence and success in academia.

- Women secured the top four ranks in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022, showcasing their exceptional performance and breaking barriers.
- They also dominated the top 25 ranks, with 14 women occupying those positions compared to 11 men.
- The successful candidates represented various educational backgrounds, including economics, commerce, engineering, and zoology, from renowned institutions such as Delhi University, IIT Hyderabad, and more.
The remarkable achievement of women in the exam highlights their growing prominence and success in academic pursuits, further empowering their careers.
In the recently declared results of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Exam 2022, women emerged as frontrunners, showcasing their exceptional performance. This year's examination highlighted the remarkable achievements of women, marking a significant milestone in their leadership and success.
The results named four women occupying the first four ranks. Have a look at the top scorers and their professional qualifications:

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Girls rule the roost
Besides occupying the top four ranks, the overall results for women were outstanding. While 14 women occupied the first 25 ranks, there were only 11 men.
Most of the candidates were graduates from different fields like engineering, commerce, humanities, and science. The candidates represented major educational institutions like NIT, IIT, University of Health Sciences, DTU, University of Delhi, Gauhati Medical College, Jadavpur University, Gujarat National Law University, etc.
A total of 41 successful candidates were classified under the category of 'Benchmark Disability'.
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About UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022
The details of the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022 are as follows:
- The preliminary UPSC Civil Services Exams for 2022 were conducted on June 5th, 2022.
- A staggering total of 11,35,697 candidates applied for the exam, out of which 5,73,735 candidates appeared.
- Following the conclusion of the preliminary examinations, 13,090 candidates qualified for the written examination (Main Examination).
- The written exam took place in September 2022, and subsequently, 2529 candidates successfully qualified for the Personality Test after the written examination.
- Among the 2529 candidates, 933 were recommended by the UPSC for various posts, with 613 male candidates and 320 female candidates receiving the recommendation.
The bottom line
Women are increasingly making their mark in academia and the professional arena, with their remarkable achievements gaining recognition. The results of the UPSC Civil Services Exam serve as yet another testament to their excellence, showcasing their advancement in academia and their determined strides towards successful careers.
- Women secured the top four ranks in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022, showcasing their exceptional performance and breaking barriers.
- They also dominated the top 25 ranks, with 14 women occupying those positions compared to 11 men.
- The successful candidates represented various educational backgrounds, including economics, commerce, engineering, and zoology, from renowned institutions such as Delhi University, IIT Hyderabad, and more.
The remarkable achievement of women in the exam highlights their growing prominence and success in academic pursuits, further empowering their careers.
In the recently declared results of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Exam 2022, women emerged as frontrunners, showcasing their exceptional performance. This year's examination highlighted the remarkable achievements of women, marking a significant milestone in their leadership and success.
The results named four women occupying the first four ranks. Have a look at the top scorers and their professional qualifications:

Also Read: What financial freedo m means for women
Girls rule the roost
Besides occupying the top four ranks, the overall results for women were outstanding. While 14 women occupied the first 25 ranks, there were only 11 men.
Most of the candidates were graduates from different fields like engineering, commerce, humanities, and science. The candidates represented major educational institutions like NIT, IIT, University of Health Sciences, DTU, University of Delhi, Gauhati Medical College, Jadavpur University, Gujarat National Law University, etc.
A total of 41 successful candidates were classified under the category of 'Benchmark Disability'.
Also read: All you need to know about the Mahila Samman Saving certificate introduced in the Union Budget 2023
About UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022
The details of the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022 are as follows:
- The preliminary UPSC Civil Services Exams for 2022 were conducted on June 5th, 2022.
- A staggering total of 11,35,697 candidates applied for the exam, out of which 5,73,735 candidates appeared.
- Following the conclusion of the preliminary examinations, 13,090 candidates qualified for the written examination (Main Examination).
- The written exam took place in September 2022, and subsequently, 2529 candidates successfully qualified for the Personality Test after the written examination.
- Among the 2529 candidates, 933 were recommended by the UPSC for various posts, with 613 male candidates and 320 female candidates receiving the recommendation.
The bottom line
Women are increasingly making their mark in academia and the professional arena, with their remarkable achievements gaining recognition. The results of the UPSC Civil Services Exam serve as yet another testament to their excellence, showcasing their advancement in academia and their determined strides towards successful careers.