TNPSC Defying all odds, Kathir Selvi, the daughter of farmers, has scripted history by topping the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Group I exam and securing the coveted post of Deputy Collector.
Growing up in a modest household, Selvi’s early life was centered around agriculture and daily struggles. With limited financial means, higher education seemed like a distant dream. But her determination, coupled with the encouragement of her family, pushed her to chase her ambition of entering the civil services.
Selvi prepared tirelessly, often studying late into the night after helping her parents with farm work. She relied on self-study and affordable resources, proving that perseverance and discipline matter more than privilege.
Her achievement has been lauded across Tamil Nadu, with many calling her success a “victory for rural students.” Villagers celebrated her result with sweets and traditional music, proud that one of their own had risen to such heights.
Expressing her gratitude, Selvi said, “This success belongs not only to me, but also to my parents who stood by me, and to every farmer who works hard for society. As a Deputy Collector, I will dedicate myself to the welfare of rural communities.”
Selvi’s journey from a farming village to the state civil service is already inspiring countless aspirants who see her as living proof that dreams are achievable, no matter the background.
