Nidhi Tiwari UPSC journey from securing AIR 96 in the Civil Services Examination to becoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s private secretary highlights her rise through public service and foreign affairs. Her UPSC journey began with her preparation for the Civil Services Examination and culminated in a senior role at the Prime Minister’s Office. Originally from Varanasi, she studied Political Science at Banaras Hindu University (BHU). In the 2013 UPSC Civil Services Examination, Tiwari secured All India Rank 96 and joined the 2014-batch Indian Foreign Service. Before entering the civil services, she worked as an Assistant Commissioner in the Commercial Tax Department in Varanasi. As an IFS officer, she handled matters related to disarmament and international security at the Ministry of External Affairs. She joined the PMO as an Under Secretary in November 2022 and later became Deputy Secretary. Her appointment as PM Modi’s private secretary marks another significant stage in her career. Her journey offers an example of how UPSC preparation, academic performance and sustained public-service experience can lead to important administrative responsibilities.
