IAS Officer Sonal Goel Inspires UPSC Aspirants with Journey from Trials to Triumph
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 26th Feb. IAS officer Sonal Goel has inspired countless UPSC aspirants with a nostalgic post on X (formerly Twitter), where she shared her UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2007 Mains marksheet. Reflecting on her journey, Goel highlighted the challenges she faced and the strategies she employed to ultimately succeed in the prestigious examination.
In her post, Goel revealed that despite falling short of an Interview call initially due to low marks in the General Studies papers, she remained undeterred in her pursuit of success. Determined to achieve her goal, she focused on mastering the General Studies paper and improving her performance in other areas of the Mains examination through diligent note-making, repeated revisions, and consistent answer writing practice.
Nostalgic moment as I came across my #UPSC Civil Services 2007 #Mains marksheet, reminding me of the trials and triumphs that led to final selection in #May2008 Results 🙏🏻
I just want to share with the aspirants that in my first attempt, I fell short of getting an Interview call… pic.twitter.com/9VY8k6sFqQ
— Sonal Goel IAS 🇮🇳 (@sonalgoelias) February 21, 2024
Balancing her UPSC preparation alongside pursuing an LLB from Delhi University and working part-time as a CS (Company Secretary), Goel emphasized the importance of dedication and relentless effort in overcoming obstacles. Her perseverance paid off, not only enabling her to clear the examination but also securing high scores in subjects she dedicated time to prepare for.
Through her motivational post, Goel reminded aspiring civil servants that every setback and failure presents an opportunity for growth and improvement. She encouraged them to approach challenges with resilience and determination, emphasizing that with dedication, no obstacle is insurmountable.
The post received widespread attention online, with many X users expressing gratitude to Goel for her inspiring words, particularly aspirants preparing for the upcoming UPSC CSE Preliminary Examination.
