Myths & Facts About Indian Foreign Service | Indian Foreign Service Anuj Swarup

Becoming an IFS officer is a dream for many. Lakhs of aspirants appear for the tough UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) to become an IFS officer but only a few make the cut.
So how does life change for the ones who do make the cut?
What does a day in the life of an IFS Officer typically look like? Is there a fixed daily schedule? What are the responsibilities? How is the life of an IFS Officer in India?

Civil services bring job security, which is what is believed by a large number of people in our country. For another section of people, it is believed that civil services will bring them power and will elevate their social status. And finally, there's another section of people who want to clear this prestigious competitive exam to be able to serve the needy with basic amenities, and also to be able to increase the standard of living of all citizens of the country.

In this talk, Anuj Swarup, an Under Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, shares his insights on the Indian Foreign Service and its hierarchical structure. He covers topics such as entry into the service, diplomacy's complexities, and discipline's importance.

This talk was delivered at the Institute of Foreign Services' 2016 Annual Conference. If you're interested in the Indian Foreign Service or want to learn more about its hierarchy, be sure to watch this talk!

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