In UPSC CSE 2025, 12 candidates from Kolkata, West Bengal, who reached the interview stage, are students of APTI PLUS Academy – one of the top UPSC coaching institutes in Kolkata. Some candidates enrolled in our classroom courses for UPSC Prelims, Mains and Interview guidance. And others prepared for UPSC CSE using our comprehensive study materials, test series and online support.
All these candidates successfully appeared for the UPSC CSE personality test after taking mock interviews at APTI PLUS Academy, designed to mirror the actual UPSC interview. APTI PLUS is known for providing the best UPSC coaching in Kolkata, West Bengal and broader Eastern India. It is rightly trusted by thousands of toppers for the most result-oriented civil services preparation for a decade now.
Now, let’s have a look at the profile of candidates from Kolkata who appeared for UPSC CSE 2025 Personality Test at APTI PLUS.
Antik Chattopadhyay – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Kolkata, West Bengal
Educational Background: B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 4
UPSC CSE Preparation:
Antik has shown remarkable perseverance, appearing multiple times in the Prelims, Mains and Interview stages of the UPSC Civil Services Examination. He has placed his full trust in APTI PLUS Academy, relying on our study materials, online support and thorough guidance to strengthen his preparation.
Optional Subject: Sociology
Hobbies:
- Listening to podcasts, dog walking and reflective journaling.
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Antik once again took thorough guidance from APTI PLUS Academy and appeared for the mock interview this year. We wish him all the best and hope his name appears as the next officer from Kolkata to clear the exam.
Rajdeep Ghosh – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Nawdapara, Nawpara, Ranaghat, Nadia, West Bengal
Educational Background: B.Sc. (Hons) Chemistry, Ramakrishna Mission College, Narendrapur
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 5
UPSC & WBCS Achievements:
- UPSC CSE 2024: AIR 789
- WBCS 2022: Rank 72
UPSC CSE Preparation:
Rajdeep began his marathon journey at APTI PLUS Kolkata in 2021. He was a Classroom student of APTI PLUS and he built his entire success story with the one mentor he trusted from Day 1: APTI PLUS Academy.
After a setback in the 2023 Mains, he joined the ‘Abhyuday 2024’ program and switched his optional from Chemistry to Sociology, rebuilding his strategy under our expert mentorship. Day after day, he practiced answer writing and Mains test series, polishing his skills from foundation to the final mock interview, without relying on Delhi or any third-party institute.
Optional Subject: Sociology
Hobbies:
Cricket, La Liga, Evening Walk
Guidance for 2025 UPSC CSE:
For UPSC CSE 2025, Rajdeep returned to his home base in Kolkata, trusting Shweta Madam for Sociology tests and panels, both in Kolkata and Delhi, for his Personality Test. He is striving for a better rank in UPSC CSE. All our best wishes are with him.
Abhiraj Mishra – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Asansol, Paschim (West) Burdwan, West Bengal
Educational Background:
B.E. in Civil Engineering (with Data Science exposure) from Jadavpur University
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 5
Optional Subject: History
Hobbies:
• Meditative writing
• Educating and mentoring underprivileged students
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Abhiraj undertook thorough guidance and appeared for the UPSC CSE mock interview at APTI PLUS Academy. We wish him all the best and hope he becomes one of the next officers to clear the Civil Services Examination.
Adrija Das Chowdhury – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Kanchrapara, West Bengal
Educational Background:
B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
M.Sc. Mathematics from Bethune College, University of Calcutta
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 3
Optional Subject: Geography
Hobbies:
• Reading contemporary books on society
• Listening to science and society-based podcasts
• Music appreciation
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Adrija undertook thorough guidance and appeared for UPSC CSE mock interview at APTI PLUS Academy. We wish her all the best and hope she becomes the next officer from West Bengal to clear the exam.
Shankar Jyoti Das – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Geruah, Kamrup, Assam
Educational Background:
B.A. in History from Cotton College, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 3
Optional Subject: Sociology
Hobbies:
• Mantra meditation and strength training
• Playing guitar
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Shankar Jyoti took thorough guidance in Kolkata from APTI PLUS Academy. We wish him all the best and hope he becomes one of the next officers from Assam to clear the exam.
Mohsina Bano – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh
Educational Background:
B.Sc. in Science from Sarojini Naidu Govt Girls PG Autonomous College, Bhopal
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 0
Optional Subject: Sociology
Hobbies:
• Lippan Art
• Travelling
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Mohsina took detailed guidance in Kolkata from APTI PLUS Academy. We wish her the very best and hope she becomes one of the next officers to clear the exam.
Kirti Chowdhury – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Howrah, West Bengal
Educational Background:
B.Com. (Hons.) in Accounts and Economics from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 1
Optional Subject: Philosophy
Hobbies:
• Caricature art
• Strength training and fitness
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Kirti took full guidance from APTI PLUS Academy in Kolkata. We wish him all the best in her journey to becoming a civil servant.
Nisstha Balodia – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Kolkata, West Bengal
Educational Background:
B.Com. (Hons.) in Financial Management & Business Management
LL.B. (Hons.) from Sarsuna Law College, Bankura University
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 5
Optional Subject: Sociology
Hobbies and Extracurriculars:
• Paper quilling and volunteering for teaching at NGOs
• Watching Bollywood cinema on societal challenges
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Nisstha appeared in APTI PLUS Academy’s Personality Test and she was thoroughly guided. We wish her all the best in her journey to becoming a civil servant.
Tarun Malakar – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Contai, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal
Educational Background:
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry from Vidyasagar University, West Bengal
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 4
Optional Subject: Anthropology
Hobbies:
• Recreational football enthusiast
• Ephemera collecting
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
Tarun also participated in the UPSC CSE Mock Interview Program conducted by APTI PLUS Academy to refine his interview strategy.
We wish him all the best and hope he secures a final rank in the UPSC CSE 2025 merit list!
Koushik Mandal – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Joypur Kalibari, Basirhat, West Bengal
Educational Background:
B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology, Kolkata
Number Of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 8
Optional Subject: History
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
Koushik Mandal appeared for the UPSC CSE 2025 Personality Test under the Mock Interview Program by APTI PLUS Academy.
We wish him all the very best and hope he secures a place in the UPSC CSE 2025 merit list!
Debjyoti Halder – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Kalyani, West Bengal
Educational Background: MBBS (Medical Science) from R G Kar Medical College, Kolkata
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 4
Optional Subject: Medical Science
Hobbies:
• Learning basics of stock market, frugal travelling and playing badminton
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For UPSC CSE 2025, Debjyoti appeared for the mock interview under the guidance of APTI PLUS Academy. We wish him all the very best and hope he becomes one of the distinguished officers from Kolkata clearing the exam.
Debabrata Pramanik – UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Candidate
Hometown: Malda, West Bengal
Educational Background: B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from College of Engineering and Technology Bhubaneswar
Number of Attempts in UPSC CSE: 5
Optional Subject: Sociology
Hobbies:
- Playing chess, quizzing, watching sitcoms
2025 CSE Interview Guidance:
For the 2025 UPSC CSE, Debabrata took thorough guidance from APTI PLUS Academy. We wish him the very best.
Concluding Thoughts on Kolkata Candidates for UPSC CSE 2025
These 12 remarkable candidates from Kolkata exemplify perseverance, dedication and strategic preparation for UPSC CSE 2025. Each aspirant benefited from the structured guidance, study materials and mock interviews provided by APTI PLUS Academy. Their hard work and achievements reflect strong preparation. We wish them the best and hope they become the next officers from West Bengal.
