Kuldeep Dwivedi, an IRS officer, defied the odds to achieve a remarkable All India Rank of 242 in the 2015 Civil Services Examination. Kuldeep was raised in a modest household in Uttar Pradesh, and his journey exemplifies perseverance. Despite financial constraints, he was determined to pursue his education. Self-preparation for the UPSC exam in Delhi, despite financial constraints, paid off on his third attempt. Kuldeep's inspiring story emphasises the importance of perseverance and unwavering ambition in the face of adversity.