UPSC result 2016 topper Nandini to opt for IAS, wants to work in India

Nandini K R, who hails from Karnataka, has topped the prestigious civil services examination, the result of which was declared today by the UPSC.

She had taken the exam last year.

As many as 1,099 candidates have been recommended for various government services.

Nandini said she wants to join the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) to serve the people of India, rather become a diplomat.

"I want to join IAS and not IFS (Indian Foreign Service), as I want to be in India and serve the people. Though challenging, I will get an opportunity to learn and work for the people,"