Uma Harathi N secured the 3rd rank in the 2022 UPSC IAS examination in India and the 1st rank in Telangana after her fifth attempt. |
During her college days, she participated in the Elan & ηVision annual techno-cultural fest. |
While studying at IIT Hyderabad, she traveled to Japan for a 15-day student exchange program. |
She enjoys creating short videos on societal topics and exploring Indian cuisine through cooking and study. |
After college, she began preparing for the UPSC exam, initially joining a coaching class in Delhi before choosing to study independently. |
Uma was encouraged by her father to pursue the UPSC exam for a meaningful and impactful career, persevering through her five attempts with family support. |
In the 2022 UPSC exam, the top 4 ranks were achieved by women, with Ishita Kishore taking the first position, Garima Lohia at second, and Smriti Mishra securing the fourth spot. |
For the 2022 UPSC exam, Uma selected Anthropology as her optional subject. |
Expressing her interest as an IPS officer, she aims to focus on education and women empowerment in her field of work. |
In an interview, Uma emphasized the importance of focused reading and extensive practice for success in the UPSC exam, drawing from her experience of previous failures. |
The Narayanpet Collector, Koya Sri Harsha, honored Uma Harathi N on 23 May 2023, following the UPSC 2022 results announcement. |