HYDERABAD: Her dynamism is the pathway to her success. The way she carries herself in each task demonstrates her passion for what she does. IAS officer Smita Sabharwal possesses a unique charm, making the best of her potential and inspiring millions of civil service aspirants.
In an exclusive interview, we delve into her success journey and learn about her impactful life. More than inspiration, it was a deliberate choice. I wanted to be in a profession where I could use my talents to serve people.
Public service in India offers the best platform for that, especially through the administrative service. That was my main criterion. I didn’t know much about the IAS during my childhood since I grew up in a cantonment environment, far from the idea of civil services.
It was only after graduation that I learned about the entrance examination and the preparation it required. Beyond that, I wasn’t aware of any specific IAS officers. I began preparing during my third year of graduation.
Alongside my studies, I set aside time to prepare for the competitive entrance examination. After completing my degree, I devoted seven to eight months exclusively to studying. I didn’t pursue a postgraduate degree or take up a job; I focused solely on my preparations and succeeded the following year.
I’m not someone who can study for long hours in one go. Even as a student, I never studied for more than five to six hours a day. I phased out my preparations with frequent breaks.
That was my uppe.
