Kanishak Kataria Left Rs 1 Crore Job To Top UPSC Exam
· India · Times of India, LiveMint
Kanishak Kataria, an IIT Bombay graduate, resigned from a high-paying software engineering role in South Korea to prepare for the civil services examination. He previously earned an annual package of approximately ₹1 crore at Samsung Electronics before moving to Bengaluru to transition into public service. In 2019, the Union Public Service Commission declared him the topper of the 2018 Civil Services Examination. During his victory speech, Kataria publicly credited his parents, sister, and girlfriend for their support, a gesture that drew significant public attention. He stated that his primary motivation for the career change was a desire to connect with people and contribute to society through administration.
Why it matters
The story highlights the personal sacrifices and career shifts often made by high-achieving professionals pursuing public service in India.
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