Vinayak has achieved his dream of becoming an IAS officer through unwavering dedication and hard work.

He holds a BTech degree.he worked for 2.5 years at IBM Number of Attempts:Fourth but in Fifth attempt: Cleared prelims, mains, and interview, securing All India Rank (AIR) 951234.

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His optional subject was Anthropology, and despite the challenges, he persevered to achieve his goal

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Vinayak Mahamuni encountered several challenges during his journey to becoming an IAS officer

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1. Multiple Attempts: Vinayak didn’t succeed in his first few attempts. 2. Balancing Work and Preparation: Before joining the civil services, Vinayak worked at IBM. i

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3.Emotional Resilience: Facing failure can be emotionally draining. 4. Subject Choice: Selecting the right optional subject is crucial.

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Pressure of Expectations: As an aspirant, Vinayak faced pressure from family, friends, and society

His story serves as an inspiration for others aspiring to crack the civil services examination

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