UPSC 2025 AIR 6 Zinnia Aurora: Beyond the syllabus, aspirants ask, topper answers

Zinnia Aurora, who secured AIR 6 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, shared valuable insights with UPSC Essentials from The Indian Express. She addressed the common concerns of aspirants who are unsure about their next steps after the Mains 2026. Zinnia emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency and mindset during the wait for the result, which can lead to uncertainty about study methods and the need to keep a positive attitude.

She shared her personal experience of feeling low during the lean months of preparation and how she rebuilt her confidence by diversifying her experiences and skills beyond UPSC preparation.