As per the UPSC CSE Exam 2024 results released on April 22, 2025, Dongre Archit Parag has secured All India Rank (AIR) 3 in his second attempt. He has also achieved the State-wise Rank 1 in Maharashtra. Through dedication, discipline, and determination, he has exemplified the power of focused hard work. According to available sources, he has opted for the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) as his preferred choice. This year, a total of 1,009 candidates have been recommended for appointment to various services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Revenue Service (IRS).
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Dongre Archit Parag Topper 2024 Background
Dongre Archit Parag, a dedicated and hardworking aspirant from Pune, secured AIR 3 in the UPSC CSE Exam 2024. He holds a B.Tech degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from VIT, Vellore, and enrolled at Vajiram & Ravi three-month Interview Guidance Program to prepare for the Personality Test. With Philosophy as his optional subject, Archit made a remarkable comeback after securing AIR 153 in 2023.Â
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Dongre Archit Parag Topper 2024 Biography
Academic and Professional BackgroundÂ
Archit completed his B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Tamil Nadu. After graduation, he worked in an IT firm for a year before deciding to pursue a career in civil services. This decision led him to resign from his job and dedicate himself entirely to UPSC preparation.
- Schooling: Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Graduation: B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Tamil Nadu
- Optional Subject: Philosophy
- Profession: Worked in an IT firm for a year
Dongre Archit Parag Number of Attempts
In his first attempt in 2023, Dongre Archit Parag secured AIR 153 and was selected for the Indian Police Service (IPS) in the Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram and Union Territory (AGMUT) cadre. However, aiming higher he attempted the UPSC Exam 2024 again and achieved AIR 3 in second attempt.
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UPSC Result 2024 Number of Selection
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the UPSC Result 2024, a total of 1,009 candidates for appointment. Over 5.8 lakh aspirants appeared for the Prelims Exam, out of which 14,627 qualified for the Mains.
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