In the final examination of National Defense Academy (NDA) of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), promising student Shivraj Singh Pachai, resident of Munsiyari of Pithoragarh district, did wonders. He has topped the nationwide NDA exam 2023. There is a wave of happiness in the entire area due to his performance. In the NDA exam, Shivraj Singh (Roll Number- 8540139) has secured the highest marks and got the first rank in All India. Shivraj’s father Bhagat Singh Pachai is the headmaster of Government Higher Primary School, Dhapa, while his mother is a housewife. Shivraj received his primary education from Primary School, Munsiyari and 12th from Sainik School, Ghorakhal, Nainital. The examination was conducted on 16 April 2023. The result of NDA has been declared online on the official website of UPSC from where you can download it.

Achieved success by studying 12 hours a day without coaching
Shivraj received his early education from Quirijimia village in Munsiyari and Mathomaan Church School in Darkot. After this he was selected for Ghodakhal Sainik School, Nainital. Since childhood, talented Shivraj had a dream of joining the army and becoming an officer. He has achieved this success by working hard for 12 hours every day for almost a year in Delhi. He prepared by staying at home without coaching. UPSC NDA exam was given in April 2023. Many people including District Panchayat member Jagat Martolia have congratulated Shivraj on his achievement.

In this UPSC examination, eligible candidates are to be selected for a total of 400 posts. Of these, 375 posts are for National Defense Academy and 25 posts are for Naval Academy. The Commission has said that the selection of candidates is still provisional. Candidates will now have to submit certificates related to date of birth and qualification. For any queries related to NDA result, candidates can contact the commission’s helpline number 011-23385271 or 011-23381125 or 011-23098543 from 10 am to 5 pm (working days).