Shah Margi Chirag (AIR 4): A Case Study in Perseverance and UPSC

The Final Result for UPSC CSE 2024-25 was released on 22 April 2025 and Shah Margi Chirag from Gujarat, at just 26 years of age became a true inspiration after achieving All India Rank 4 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024. She has shown true determination, and hard work and came out on top with a strategy that paved the way for success. A team from Vajirao and Reddy IAS Institute went to her hometown to cover her exclusive journey and has brought you her inspiring story that will motivate and pave the wave for other aspiring candidates who want to achieve a feat like her.

Coming from a humble background she studied Computer Engineering at LD College of Engineering, affiliated to Gujarat Technological University (GTU). Sociology was her chosen optional subject which shows her intent to delve deeply into the facets of societal structure. Her journey spanning five attempts in UPSC CSE is a testament to the determined efforts needed to succeed in the toughest exam in India.

Apart from her academic prowess and the exceptional rank she achieved in the UPSC CSE, Vajirao and Reddy focused on her journey as a human who worked hard to bring pride to her family. Her mother who took the reign of the household after her Father’s demise supported her dream, and Shah Margi Chirag understood the pang of a single mother trying to support her family's dreams. In her own words, she was amazed and awe-struck when the results were out but she could not deny the roaring of uncertainty that was brewing within her before the results.

Watch the life-changing journey of a humble girl who achieved her dream with sheer hard work and determination with Vajirao and Reddy IAS Institute. We hope her path-breaking dedication will continue to inspire and motivate young minds to go on and serve the nation.
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