Kajal Jalwa, a woman from Haryana, is an inspiration to many as she cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination while working at Wipro and balancing marriage. She made five attempts before achieving success, securing a rank of 28th in 2018. Kajal’s journey began in 2012, but she faced setbacks, struggling to clear the prelims in three attempts. After her marriage to Ashish Malik in 2016, Kajal’s husband became her biggest supporter, helping her through the toughest times.
Despite her demanding job at Wipro, Kajal found time to study by managing her daily routine, dedicating three hours to studying during her daily cab rides and utilizing her weekends to catch up on anything she missed during the week. She also strategically planned her leaves, taking a week off before the prelims and a 45-day break before the mains to focus on her studies.
Kajal’s success is a testament to her hard work, discipline, and the support system around her. She resigned from Wipro just 10 days before joining the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, a prestigious institution for UPSC aspirants. Kajal’s story shows that with determination and the right support, any goal can be achieved, including cracking the UPSC exam while managing a full-time job and marriage. Her achievement is an inspiration to many, especially women who are juggling multiple responsibilities.