IAS Tina Dabi - Biography, markslist, cadre, booklist, age, weight, height, education.

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Rising to the Pinnacle: The Inspiring Journey of IAS Tina Dabi


In a world where young minds are continuously shaping the future, there are some exceptional individuals who not only dream but also dare to turn those dreams into reality. One such luminary is Tina Dabi, a name that resonates with determination, intelligence, and the unyielding spirit of accomplishment. The remarkable journey of Tina Dabi from a small town girl to an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer is a testament to the power of perseverance and unwavering focus.

Tina Dabi, a 2016 batch IAS officer, has got engaged to Dr Pradeep Gawande, a 2013 batch IAS officer. While her fiance, Dr Gawande, is currently serving as Director, Archeology Museums, Rajasthan, Tina Dabi is posted as Joint Secretary Finance (Tax) to the Government of Rajasthan. As the UPSC 2015 exam topper has started a new chapter, let us look at her life.

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Personal Life


Tina has lived in Delhi and Bhopal. Her mother comes from Maharashtra, and her father comes from Madhya Pradesh. They both were in Government Service: Indian Telecom Service (father) and Indian Economic Service (Mother). Her mother took retirement from the Service. Her retirement was voluntary. She has been to Carmel Convent School in Bhopal, and later she completed her Bachelor's in Political Science. She is very fond of Madhubani paintings, and during her leisure time, she used to do Madhubani Paintings during her UPSC CSE preparation. She has very much interest in reading fiction novels.

Tina Dabi Education

28-year-old Tina Dabi is an alumna of Convent of Jesus and Mary, New Delhi, and Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. Tina Dabi secured 100 percent marks in Political Science and History in Class 12th ICSE Board Examinations. According to reports, Tina Dabi wanted to pursue B.Com. but took admission in B.A. Political Science.

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Preparation for UPSC Civil Services Examination

Tina Dabi began preparing for UPSC Civil Services Examination in her first year and was admitted to RAU's IAS Study Circle, New Delhi. She studied 9 to 12 hours daily and followed a fixed timetable. She studied big topics in 3 hours slot, medium-length topics in 2 hours slot and revised previously studied topics in the evening slot.

Personal Affairs

Both Tina Dabi and Athar Amir Khan filed a divorce petition in Family court in Jaipur. The Family court at Jaipur accepted their divorce petition, and they were officially divorced. Her marriage was in the news due to many factors. They were from different religions and were praised as communal harmony. Many dignitaries like Vice-President of India and Former Lok Sabha Chairperson Sumitra Mahajan were present at their marriage function. Senior Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi praised the couple for their decision. Athar comes from Jammu and Kashmir, and reports suggest that both fell in love during their Training program in LBSNAA and made their decision public on Social Media. Hindu Mahasabha termed marriage as Love Jihad. Dabi responded that she is not affected by these comments and she is within her right to do it.

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Biography Summary

  • Profession: Indian Administrative Service
  • Cadre: Rajasthan
  • UPSC Marks: 1063/2025

Physical Appearance

  • Hair Colour: Black
  • Eye Colour:  Black
  • Heights (approx): 163 cm
  • Weights (approx): 55kg

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

  • School: Convent of Jesus and Marry, New Delhi
  • College: Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi
  • Educational Qualification: P.R. and Course Details Political Science (Eco-majors)-81.5%
  • Coaching Institute: Studied a Coaching for a year
  • Education background: 90.2 in 10th and 91.4 in 12th
  • Preferred Services: IAS> IPS> IFS> IRS (IT)>IRS(CE)
  • Exam Result: UPSC CSE Rank 1
  • CSE attempt: 1
  • Examination Roll Number: 0256747
  • Religion: Hinduism (Many of her family members follow Buddhism)
  • Caste: Scheduled Caste (S.C.- Kamble)
  • Hobbies: Painting, Travelling, and Reading
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Books used by her during UPSC Civil Services Preparation

  • Polity: Laxmikanth
  • Ancient History: Old NCERT Class 11th
  • Medieval History- Old NCERT
  • Modern History: Modern Spectrum, a few chapters from Old NCERT class 12 (before 1857)
  • Culture: Nitin Sighania+ CCRT/NIOS selectively, Mrunal Videos can also be seen
  • Environment: Shankar IAS, Old Biology Class12 Ecology Unit
  • Economics- Macroeconomics Class 12 NCERT + Sriram Printed Notes. Mrunal Videos are recommended.
  • Geography- Class 11th and 12th NCERT, Class 6 to 10th NCERT selectively. Biomes chapter from G C Leong. Mrunal Videos are recommended
  • Science: NCERT 6th to 10th (Mainly 9th and 10th). Some selective chapters from the 11th and 12th, as mentioned by Mrunal. Vajiram Yellow books of PCB arerecommended. Science- NCERT 6th to 10th (Mainly 9th and 10th )
  • Test Series: InsightsonIndia paper for its questions. Arihant book for question bank.
  • Current Affairs: Monthly Magazine+ insightsonIndia+Monthly magazines


Tina Dabi IAS Cadre

As Tina Dabi wanted to work for the empowerment of women, her first preference was Haryana Cadre. However, the two vacancies in the Haryana Cadre were allocated to the ST category candidates and Dabi was allocated Rajasthan Cadre, her second preference.

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Tina Dabi and Pradeep Gawande

Tina Dabi and Pradeep Gawande, as per reports, will marry on April 22 this year in Rajasthan's Jaipur. A wedding reception card of Tina Dabi and Pradeep Gawande is being widely shared on social media. However, it has not been acknowledged by them.

Tina Dabi Markslist: 

  • GS Paper 1 – 119 marks
  • GS Paper 2 – 84 marks
  • GS Paper 3 – 111 marks
  • GS Paper 4 – 110 marks
  • Essay – 145 marks
  • Optional Political science (1) – 128 marks
  • Optional Political Science (2) – 171 marks
  • Personality Test – 195 marks
  • Total – 1063 marks

Tina Dabi's story teaches us that with the right mindset, hard work, and determination, one can overcome any hurdle. Tina Dabi's name will forever be etched in the annals of Indian administrative history, a symbol of what it means to aim for the stars and touch them.

As we celebrate her achievements, let's remember that behind every success lies a story of dedication, sacrifice, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence. Tina Dabi's journey encapsulates all these qualities, making her a true inspiration for generations to come.

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