New Delhi, March 6, 2026 — UPSC CSE 2025 Results Declared: Anuj Agnihotri Secures AIR 1; 958 Candidates Recommended for Elite Services:
The long-awaited moment for thousands of civil service aspirants across India finally arrived today as the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) officially released the final results for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025.
In a list that represents the pinnacle of academic and analytical excellence, Anuj Agnihotri has emerged as the topper, securing All India Rank (AIR) 1. Close behind him are Rajeshwari Suve at AIR 2 and Akansh Dhull at AIR 3. This year’s results mark the culmination of a rigorous three-stage selection cycle that began with the Preliminary examination in early 2025, followed by the Main written exams in August 2025, and concluded with personality tests in February 2026.
The 2025 Toppers’ List: Meet the Top 20
UPSC CSE 2025 Results Declared: Anuj Agnihotri Secures AIR 1; 958 Candidates Recommended for Elite Services:
The merit list released today showcases a diverse group of achievers from across the country. These individuals are now poised to join the ranks of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS).
| Rank | Roll Number | Name |
| 1 | 1131589 | Anuj Agnihotri |
| 2 | 4000040 | Rajeshwari Suve |
| 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 |
| 11 | 1512091 | Yashaswi Raj Vardhan |
| 12 | 0840280 | Akshit Bhardwaj |
| 13 | 7813999 | Aanya Sharma |
| 14 | 5402316 | Surabhi Yadav |
| 15 | 3507500 | Simrandeep Kaur |
| 16 | 0867445 | Monika Srivasatva |
| 17 | 0829589 | Chitwan Jain |
| 18 | 5604518 | Sruthii R |
| 19 | 0105602 | Nishar Dishant Amrutlal |
| 20 | 6630448 | Ravi Raaz |
Vacancy Breakdown and Recommendations
While the Commission has recommended a total of 958 candidates, the final appointments are strictly contingent upon the specific number of vacancies reported by the Government for each individual service. Interestingly, the government has indicated a total of 1,087 vacancies across various services, suggesting that some candidates from the reserve list may be called upon later.
Service-Wise Vacancy Distribution:
For the premier services, the competition was as fierce as ever. The 180 seats for the IAS are the most sought-after, followed by the specialized roles in the IFS and IPS.
| Service | GEN | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| I.A.S. | 74 | 18 | 47 | 28 | 13 | 180 |
| I.F.S. | 22 | 06 | 15 | 08 | 04 | 55 |
| I.P.S. | 60 | 15 | 42 | 22 | 11 | 150 |
| Central Group ‘A’ | 211 | 48 | 141 | 73 | 34 | 507 |
| Group ‘B’ | 79 | 17 | 61 | 27 | 11 | 195 |
| Grand Total | 446 | 104 | 306 | 158 | 73 | 1087* |
*Total includes 42 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
What Lies Ahead for the Candidates?
The road doesn’t end with the result declaration. The Commission has noted that the recommendation of 348 candidates is currently “provisional” pending final verification of documents. Furthermore, the results for two candidates have been withheld for various reasons.
Key Dates and Next Steps:
- Scorecards: Individual marks of the candidates will be uploaded on the official website (upsc.gov.in) within 15 days from today.
- Cut-off Marks: The category-wise cut-off marks for Prelims, Mains, and the Final selection will be released shortly, providing a benchmark for future aspirants.
- Verification: All reservation claims (EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD) will undergo a final round of scrutiny by the relevant government departments before the appointment letters are issued.
How to Check Your UPSC 2025 Final Result
Candidates who appeared for the personality tests in late 2025 and early 2026 can follow these steps to access their results:
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in or upsconline.gov.in.
- Locate the link titled “Final Result: Civil Services Examination, 2025” on the homepage.
- A PDF document containing the roll numbers and names of the recommended candidates will open.
- Search for your roll number or name using the ‘Find’ (Ctrl+F) function.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
For any discrepancies or clarifications, the UPSC has set up a Facilitation Counter near the Examination Hall on its campus. Candidates can visit in person or call the helpdesk numbers: 011-23385271, 23381125, or 23098543 during working hours (10 AM to 5 PM).
Looking Back: The Journey of CSE 2025
The 2025 cycle was noted for its balanced Mains examination held from August 22 to August 31, 2025. After the written results were announced in November, the interview phase (Personality Test) was conducted between December 2025 and January 2026. This year’s toppers have been lauded for their resilience, particularly as they navigated the final hurdles of a year-long examination process.