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UPSC Topper List 2025-26 Out, Anuj Agnihotri Ranked AIR 1 Position

UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) Final Result 2025, along with the Topper List, has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) today, 6th March 2026, bringing to a close one of India’s most competitive and prestigious recruitment processes. This year’s top rank (AIR 1) has been secured by Anuj Agnihotri, who achieved an impressive mark (out of 2025) in the combined written and interview stages.

UPSC Toppers List 2025-26 Out

Anuj Agnihotri secured All India Rank (AIR) 1 in the UPSC CSE 2025, emerging as the topper of the year with an outstanding performance across all stages of the examination. Rajeshwari Suve M and Akansh Dhuli secured AIR 2 and AIR 3, respectively, closely following the topper with equally impressive scores. The achievement of these toppers stands as a testament to years of disciplined preparation, consistent revision, strategic answer-writing practice, and strong conceptual clarity.

With the announcement of the final results, a total of 958 candidates have been selected to join esteemed services such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other Group A and Group B Central Services.

UPSC 2025 Toppers List (Top 10)

The release of the UPSC Toppers List 2025-26 created a lot of excitement and interest among aspirants nationwide, as many look to learn from the preparation strategies, optional subject choices, and interview experiences of the top rank holders. The following table lists the top 10 rank holders of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025, along with their roll numbers.

Rank Roll Number Candidate’s Name
1 1131589 Anuj Agnihotri
2 4000040 Rajeshwari Suve M
3 3512521 Akansh Dhull
4 0834732 Raghav Jhunjhunwala
5 0409847 Ishan Bhatnagar
6 6410067 Zinnia Aurora
7 0818306 A R Rajah Mohaideen
8 0843487 Pakshal Secretry
9 0831647 Astha Jain
10 1523945 Ujjwal Priyank

AIR – 1 Anuj Agnihotri

Anuj Agnihotri hails from Rahata village in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. He completed his MBBS from AIIMS Jodhpur in 2023, building a strong academic foundation during his medical studies. After finishing his medical education, he moved toward public service and began his administrative career. He is currently serving in the Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Civil Service (a Group B  Gazetted). The civil service is responsible for administrative governance in Delhi and several Union Territories.

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AIR 2 – Rajeshwari Suve M

In the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025, Rajeshwari Suve M (Roll Number: 4000040) has emerged as the female topper and overall 2nd top ranker, marking a significant milestone in her career. Before achieving this remarkable national success, Rajeshwari Suve M had already established herself as an inspiration in Tamil Nadu by securing the top position in the TNPSC Group I examination and serving as a Deputy Collector. Her journey reflects years of dedication, perseverance, and commitment to public service.

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AIR- 3 Akansh Dhull

UPSC AIR Rank 4 Mr Akansh Dhull was born in Rohtak, Haryana. He completed his schooling in Chandigarh. He pursued his graduation from the renowned Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC). In 2024, Ekansh secured an All India Rank (AIR) 342, which was a significant achievement in itself. His hard work paid off in the following year when he achieved AIR 295 in 2025, marking a clear improvement in his ranking.

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UPSC Topper List 2025 PDF

UPSC Topper List PDF has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on 6th March 2026 at the official website of UPSC. Candidates can download the Topper List pdf from the official portal of UPSC or the direct link shared here.

UPSC Toppers List- Last 8 Years

With lakhs of candidates appearing for the examination every year and only a small fraction making it to the final merit list, the success stories of the 2026 toppers serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for future civil servants across the country.

Year (Exam) Topper Name State Optional Subject Total Marks
2025 (CSE 2024) Shakti Dubey UP PSIR 1,043
2024 (CSE 2023) Aditya Srivastava UP Electrical Engg. 1,099
2023 (CSE 2022) Ishita Kishore Delhi PSIR 1,080
2022 (CSE 2021) Shruti Sharma UP History 1,059
2021 (CSE 2020) Shubham Kumar Bihar Anthropology 1,054
2019 (CSE 2018) Kanishak Kataria Rajasthan Mathematics 1,121
2018 (CSE 2017) Anudeep Durishetty Telangana Anthropology 1,126 (Record)

What’s Next for Selected Candidates?

Selected candidates will undergo foundational training at some of India’s premier civil services academies before joining their respective services.

  • IAS Officers – Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie
  • IPS Officers – Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), Hyderabad
  • IFS Officers – Foreign Service Institute (FSI), New Delhi
  • IRS Officers – National Academy of Direct Taxes (NADT), Nagpur
  • Other Services – Respective training academies as assigned by the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT)

Who Scored the Highest Marks in UPSC Ever?

Anudeep Durishetty scored the highest marks in the UPSC Civil Services Examination ever, with a total of 1126 marks in 2017. He completed his graduation from Jawaharlal Nehru University and successfully cleared the UPSC exam on his fifth attempt. His optional subject was Political Science and International Relations.

Subjects Marks
Essay 155
General Studies-I 123
General Studies-II 123
General Studies-III 136
General Studies-IV 095
Optional Paper-I 171
Optional Paper-II 147
Written Total 950
Personality Test 176
Final Total 1126
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