Jyoti started preparing for the UPSC exam and achieved success in 2019, securing the 437th rank. She was selected for the IPS and was posted to the Punjab cadre as an IPS officer.
UPSC Success Story: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is one of the toughest exams in India due to its vast syllabus and intense competition. Every year, lakhs of students attempt to crack it, but only a few succeed. Aspirants who clear the civil services exam often become role models for others. Among these hundreds of civil servants, some stand out and make headlines because of their dedication to their work. This story is about a woman who cracked the UPSC exam and became an IPS officer. Known for her strict behaviour, criminals fear her. IPS officer Jyoti Yadav, a 2019 batch officer of the UPSC Civil Services, secured the 437th rank in the exam and is currently serving in the IPS.
UPSC Success Story: Who is Jyoti Yadav?
IPS officer Jyoti Yadav hails from Gurugram, where she completed her schooling at Sherwood Public School. After completing her schooling, she decided to pursue a career in dentistry.
UPSC Success Story: Became a Dentist
After 12th, Jyoti completed a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and became a successful dentist. While working as a dentist, she developed an interest in civil services and decided to prepare for the civil service examination.
UPSC Success Story: Cracked Exam
Jyoti started preparing for the UPSC exam and got the success in 2019, securing the 437th rank. She was selected for the IPS and was posted to the Punjab cadre as an IPS officer.
UPSC Success Story: Clashed with an MLA
During a search operation, IPS Jyoti made headlines because of her heated argument with Aam Aadmi Party MLA Rajinderpal Kaur Chhina (Ludhiana South seat).
UPSC Success Story: Marriage to a Minister
IPS Jyoti married to Punjab’s Education Minister Harjot Bains, who joined the AAP party as a volunteer.
IPS Yadav also served as ADCP in Ludhiana.
