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From 52% to SDM: A 20-Year Journey of Grit
20 Sep
Summary
- Rahul Sinha achieved SDM status 20 years after scoring 52% in Class 10.
- He faced multiple exam failures, including three IIT attempts.
- Sinha became an SDM at age 34 while managing job and family.
Rahul Sinha's life took a remarkable turn two decades after a modest 52% in Class 10. His early academic career was marked by setbacks, including three failed attempts at the IIT entrance examination and an unsuccessful attempt at the IIM entrance. Despite these challenges, Sinha persevered.
In 2019, at the age of 34, Sinha achieved his goal of becoming a Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) through the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). This accomplishment came while he was managing a full-time job and family responsibilities. His journey highlights overcoming self-doubt and societal pressure.
Sinha now serves as an SDM in Bihar's Sheikhpura district. He actively shares his experiences on social media, motivating over 2 million followers on Instagram and his YouTube channel, @Rahul Sinha, by demonstrating that persistent effort can lead to success against all odds.
