Inspired By A Constable Who Became ACP, This Delhi Cop Cleared Civil Services Exam In 8th Attempt

A Delhi Police Constable with over a decade of experience as a cop has cleared the UPSC Civil Services exam.

Head Constable Ram Bhajan Kumar, who is posted at the Cyber Cell, South West District, managed to clear the exam on his eighth attempt with a rank of 667.

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From constable to Civil Service

The 34-year-old, who joined Delhi Police in 2009, was first posted at Vijay Ghat in CP reserve. After serving there for some time, he was transferred to the Shahbad Dairy police station.

Recalling his journey, Kumar said he had always wanted a larger platform to serve people and do much more than what he was currently doing for society.

He added that he wanted to set an example of dedication, hard work, and patience for everyone. "Sometimes, I thought if I fail to clear the exam, I will motivate my children to take up civil services examination and keep my dream alive through them, but it was my wife who constantly encouraged me to not give up," Kumar said.

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What kept him going

The dream comes true in his eighth attempt. Since Kumar belongs to the OBC category, he is eligible for nine attempts.

Son of a farmer from Rajasthan, Kumar said he never lost hope despite the seven unsuccessful attempts.

"I did not have anything to lose and I come from a village in Rajasthan where my father was a labourer. I have seen the struggle my family has gone through to educate us and meet our daily needs. We never lost hope then and so, when I had an opportunity in hand, I thought I will utilise it to my best," he said.

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Kumar further said he managed at least six hours daily to study and bought study materials from Mukherjee Nagar. When exam dates would be near, he said, he used to apply for a month's leave and dedicate nearly 16 hours daily for preparations.

"Initially, it was difficult to get leave for a month, but later when my seniors got to know that I was serious about UPSC and had secured decent marks in previous attempts, they would motivate me and sanction my leave," he added.

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How another cop inspired him

He also recalled how another constable from Delhi Police, who later cleared UPSC exams in 2019, became an ACP and inspired him to keep going.

"After Firoz Alam sir secured rank, I got motivation to strive hard. He also made a Whatsapp group to encourage and motivate UPSC aspirants like me and others. He has been a constant support system till date," he said.

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