IAS

Dr. Adapa Karthik

IASBatch 2007Rank #1
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About

UPSC CSE 2007 Topper (AIR 1). Dr. Adapa Karthik secured the first rank in the prestigious Civil Services Examination, 2007, through consistent hard work and a disciplined strategy. His journey from a medical professional to the pinnacle of civil services is truly inspirational.

Quick Details

ServiceIAS
Batch2007
Rank1
Optional SubjectZoology and Psychology
Attempts3

Parents

Father NameA.V.R.N. Rao

Marks & Academics

Optional Subject Marks754
Interview Marks222
Total Marks1458
Essay Marks103
Gs Paper 1 Marks194
Gs Paper 2 Marks185
Gs Paper 3 MarksNot Applicable
Gs Paper 4 MarksNot Applicable
Optional Paper 1 Marks193
Optional Paper 2 Marks155
Twelfth StreamScience
Graduation DegreeMBBS
Post Graduation DegreePhD

Other Information

HometownKhammam
Home StateAndhra Pradesh
CadreAndhra Pradesh
HobbiesReading 'The Hindu', studying current affairs
AchievementsSecured AIR 1 in UPSC CSE 2007. Cleared exam in third attempt. Declined scholarships from Harvard and Cambridge to join IAS.
StrugglesDid not clear prelims in first two attempts; secured IPS in earlier attempts before achieving AIR 1.
Work ExperienceOrganized health camps for the needy; previously selected for IPS before joining IAS.