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Bratati Dutta, AIR 346 (UPSC CSE 2023)

  • Rank: AIR 346, Civil Services Examination 2023
  • Education: B.Sc. in Agricultural Science — Visva-Bharati University; M.Sc. in Seed Science & Technology — Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology
  • Interview Score: 206/275
  • Interview Preparation: Educrat IAS Academy
  • Service Alloted: IAS

From Agriculture to Administration : A Purpose-Driven UPSC Journey

Bratati Dutta’s journey to securing AIR 346 in UPSC CSE 2023 reflects clarity of purpose, academic depth, and a grounded understanding of India’s rural realities. With a strong academic foundation in Agricultural Science and Seed Technology, she aligned her preparation with real-world issues related to farming, food security, and rural development — areas crucial for effective governance.

The Interview Edge: Data, Depth & Grounded Perspectives

During her interview preparation, Bratati focused on giving structured, data-driven answers instead of generic opinions. Her academic exposure helped her present analytical comparisons, such as production trends in millets vs. wheat, and link them with policy relevance and sustainability. This approach significantly strengthened her personality test performance, where she secured an impressive 206 marks.

Key Themes That Shaped Her Preparation

Agriculture & Rural Issues

Her background enabled her to confidently discuss farmers’ challenges, food security, and grassroots governance with authenticity and clarity.

Administrative Awareness

She prepared extensively on topics like the Women Reservation Bill, Centre-State relations (especially the role of Governors), and governance initiatives such as Drone Didi, reflecting strong administrative orientation.

Career Transition Narrative

Her shift from a food security-related professional path to a civil services aspirant became a powerful part of her DAF story, showcasing commitment to public service.

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The Winning Interview Strategy: Analytical & Policy-Oriented

  • Use of factual data to support answers
  • Linking academic knowledge with governance issues
  • Balanced opinions on socio-political topics
  • Strong articulation on women empowerment and rural policy

Role of Mock Interviews & Guidance

Regular mock interviews at Educrat IAS played a crucial role in refining her answer structure, confidence, and DAF-based articulation. The sessions helped her develop clarity, composure, and administrative maturity required for the Personality Test.

A Lesson for Aspirants

Bratati Dutta’s success highlights that domain knowledge, when combined with structured preparation and data-backed answers, creates a powerful impact in the UPSC interview. Her journey stands as an inspiring example for aspirants, especially those from technical and rural backgrounds, proving that authenticity, clarity, and analytical thinking are key to cracking the Civil Services Examination.

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