Rupal Jaiswal’s UPSC journey: From quitting a ₹22-lakh job to 43rd all-India rank

Among the new entrants in the 2026 civil services stream is Rupal Jaiswal of Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh. She has emerged as one of the standout performers, securing 43rd rank nationally in the UPSC exams. Her backstory is one of single-minded, never-say-never determination.