IAS Tina Dabi vs IAS Smita Sabharwal: Who is more educated? Check their educational qualifications, their Class 12th marks were…

Tina Dabi garnered national recognition when she secured the All India Rank(AIR) 1 in the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2015.

The Civil Services Examination(CSE) is one of the most prestigious exams conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. The exams are held every year to recruit candidates for top government positions, including the Indian Administrative Service(IAS), Indian Police Service(IPS), Indian Foreign Service(IFS), and other central services.

IAS officers Smita Sabharwal and Tina Dabi are among the most respected women in India’s civil services. They are admired not only because they cleared one of the toughest exams in the country but also because of their manner of service to the people with commitment and dedication. Their commitment, resolve, and focus on public service have earned them the respect and admiration of many aspiring young men and women in India. Many youngsters consider these IAS Officers as their role models.

Tina Dabi garnered national recognition when she secured the All India Rank(AIR) 1 in the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2015, in her first attempt. Smita Sabharwal is recognised for her human-centric approach. Both have grown to be an inspiration to many younger aspirants who are looking to become the IAS.

What were the UPSC ranks of Tina Dabi and Smita Sabharwal?

At the age of 23, in her reportedly second attempt, Smita secured an impressive All India Rank of 4 in the 2000 UPSC CSE. Tina Dabi obtained an impressive All India Rank(AIR) of 1 in the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2015. But have you ever wondered who is more educated? Well, read this story to know their educational qualification.

What schools did Tina Dabi and Smita Sabharwal attend?

Smita Sabharwal finished the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Examination(Class 12) in 1995. Her school was affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), New Delhi. She secured a Grade A in the SUPW & Community Service. Her subject combination included English, Hindi, Economics, Structure of Commerce, and Principles of Accounts — a well-rounded mix that laid a solid foundation for her future in civil services.  Media reports suggest that she obtained an impressive 91 per cent in Class 10.

On the other hand, Tina Dabi completed her schooling at Jesus and Mary School in Delhi. If media reports are to be believed, Tina scored an impressive 93% in her Class 12 board exams, including a perfect 100 in both Political Science and History. Tina Dabi reportedly completed her senior secondary education under the CBSE curriculum.

Story Highlights

1. Tina Dabi garnered national recognition when she secured the All India Rank(AIR) 1 in the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2015.
2. IAS Smita Sabharwal, often called the “People’s Officer.”
3. IAS Smita Sabharwal secured the All India Rank(AIR) 4 in the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2000.
4. Tina Dabi completed her schooling at Jesus and Mary School in Delhi.

Speaking about their higher studies, Tina went on to graduate from Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, with a degree in Political Science. On the other hand, Sabharwal completed her graduation in commerce from St Francis College for Women, a Catholic minority institution that is located in Begumpet, Hyderabad. She was the all-India topper in the ICSE examination. IAS Smita Sabharwal, often called the “People’s Officer.”