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UPSC Toppers From Karnataka 2025: Kiran Kamate, Sandeep Badad, Shreyansh Gomes Among 22 Rankers

The Union Public Service Commission has released the final civil services results for 2025-26. A total of 958 candidates have secured selection for IAS, IPS, IFS and other central services. Among them, 22 aspirants from Karnataka cleared the exam, drawing wide attention within the state.

The UPSC civil services exam is regarded as one of India’s toughest competitive tests. This year’s final list confirms service allocation for successful candidates across the country. The result brings particular cheer to Bengaluru, where a single coaching academy has produced a large share of Karnataka’s qualifiers.

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The UPSC has released its 2025-26 final civil services results, selecting 958 candidates nationwide, with Anuj Agnihotri achieving All India Rank 1. Karnataka saw 22 candidates clear the exam, led by Kiran Kamate (AIR 53), with 19 hailing from the INDIA 4 IAS academy in Bengaluru.

UPSC results and national topper details

At the all-India level, Anuj Agnihotri has taken the spotlight this year. Anuj Agnihotri secured All India Rank 1 in the very first UPSC attempt. This performance places Anuj Agnihotri at the top of the nationwide merit list. The success adds further interest to the overall UPSC results.

The final UPSC results shows 958 recommended candidates for several prestigious services. These include the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service and Indian Foreign Service. The selection list also covers other central civil services. Successful candidates will now move to the next stages of cadre and service allocation.

UPSC results and Karnataka state toppers

Karnataka’s presence in this UPSC results is led by strong individual scores. A total of 22 candidates from the state cleared the exam this year. Kiran Kamate achieved All India Rank 53 and became Karnataka’s state topper. This rank has brought Kiran Kamate widespread recognition within the state.

The state’s second-best performer is Sandeep Badad, who secured All India Rank 82. Both names feature prominently when Karnataka’s UPSC results is discussed. Their showing has encouraged many future aspirants across the state. Families, teachers and local communities are celebrating the twin successes.

UPSC results and INDIA 4 IAS academy success

The biggest surprise in Karnataka’s UPSC results is linked to one Bengaluru coaching centre. Out of the 22 successful candidates from the state, 19 trained at INDIA 4 IAS academy in Vijayanagar. This is a very high share from a single institute. Many of these candidates had classroom or guidance support there.

This concentration of ranks from one academy highlights three key factors. First, the training quality offered by INDIA 4 IAS in competitive exam preparation. Second, the structured guidance provided by subject experts and mentors. Third, the consistent hard work of students, who followed intensive study schedules for years.

The Karnataka candidates who feature in the national UPSC results are listed below.

All India Rank Name
53 Kiran Kamate
82 Sandeep Badad
169 Shreyansh Gomes
310 Chinmayi P.
389 Manoj G. S.
436 A. Madhu
462 Varun Gowda P.
469 Nivedita C. Bhavimani
504 Vishakh Kadam
525 Suraj K. L.
554 Dhananjaya R.
556 Ullas M. S.
622 Mutthesh Gowda A. S.
641 Sagar A.
660 Pandurang S. Kambali
661 Chandan Y.
664 Basavaraj M. Javali
720 Praveen H. T.
732 Yatheesh M. A.
739 Basavaraj M. Patil
786 Aniruddh Kattimani
880 Chandrashekhar

Across Karnataka, congratulations are reaching every UPSC qualifier and family. Social circles are celebrating the 22 achievers, especially the 19 linked to INDIA 4 IAS. Aspirants and parents are closely studying this UPSC results. Candidates can check the complete list and individual details on the official website upsc.gov.in.

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