The UPSC announced the Civil Services Exam 2024 results, with Kunal R. Virulkar's tweet about his 12 attempts and 7 mains without selection going viral. Despite not making the list, his journey inspired millions online. Users praised his courage and positivity, reflecting the challenges of cracking the UPSC. The exam, held in September 2023 with interviews from January to April 2024, selected candidates for various services. Aditya Srivastava, an IIT Kanpur graduate, secured the top rank in the exam.