Ujjwal Priyank, a B.Tech graduate of JECRC University, has secured All India Rank 10 in UPSC CSE 2025 in his third attempt. The native of Patna, Bihar, is a learner who showcased smart work with concept clarity.

• Born in 1999 in Patna, Bihar, Ujjwal’s interest in serving society began at a very young age after experiencing numerous challenges in Bihar.
• His father, Sanjeev Kumar, is a self-employed individual and his mother, Anamika is a homemaker.
• He completed his Class X in 2016 from Gyan Niketan School, Patna & Class XII in 2018 in St. Michael’s High School.
• He pursued B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from JECRC University (2022).
• After completing graduation, Ujjwal dedicated himself to preparing for the UPSC exam.
• His third attempt resulted in securing AIR 10 by studying from home, focusing on PYQs, and using mocks.
• He is an inspiration to all aspirants from Bihar.

• Ujjwal Priyank scored well with 1033 marks, and his excellent written performance helped him achieve AIR 10.
• He also had a good Interview score of 187, along with balanced Mains strategy.

• Ujjwal focused on the basics with NCERTs & standard books with repeated revisions, and focused on limited sources.
• Current affairs were integrated with static and practice answer writing, and PYQ analysis for trends.
• Self-motivated despite not being from a Civil Service background, he developed endurance with mocks keeping emphasis on completeness and speed.

Prelims Strategy of Ujjwal

• He prioritised conceptual clarity over exhaustive reading, solved many questions, highlighted keywords.
• Analysis of PYQs to identify patterns & practical targets through mocks.

Mains Strategy of Ujjwal

• Structured answers; keywords to articles/examples, point-wise, diagrams/maps.
• Pre-structured themes (multilateralism, etc.); intensive drills (3 papers/day); CA integration via newspapers. Perfection in 12–13 questions per paper.

Interview Strategy of Ujjwal

• He practiced a few mocks for personality development and feedback.
• Refinement of composure while answering questions on governance or IR.
• The technical background helped him in analytical answers.

• Build fundamentals using NCERTs, standard books, and revise multiple times.
• Analyze PYQs based on themes.
• Practice writing answers every day, including points and diagrams.
• Integrate Current Affairs with Static (e.g., The Hindu).
• Intensive mocks for accuracy with speed.
• Limited sources and concept clarity are important.
• Pre-read material before classes.
• Use specific terms or articles for impact.
• Prepare Static and dynamic together for GS 2 and 3.
• Keep yourself self-motivated.

How many attempts has Ujjwal made to secure AIR 10?

Ujjwal made three attempts, and it was his third attempt, which he made after two attempts to strengthen his fundamentals.

What is Ujjwal's educational background?

Ujjwal has completed his B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from JECRC University (2022).

Where is Ujjwal from?

Ujjwal is from Patna, Bihar, and he credits his environment as the reason he has a motivation to serve.

What are Ujjwal's UPSC marks?

Ujjwal scored 846 in the written and 187 in Interview totaling 1033 marks.