Dr. Vikas Divyakirti is an Indian IAS trainer, author, and lecturer. He is the founder and director of the Drishti IAS Coaching Classes, a UPSC coaching institute in Delhi. Dr. Vikas Divyakirti is a popular figure among UPSC aspirants for his inspiring lectures and motivational speeches. He is known for his clear and concise teaching style, and his ability to make complex concepts easy to understand.
Dr. Divyakirti was born on December 26, 1973, in Bhiwani, Haryana, India. He did his schooling at Saraswati Shishu Mandir, Bhiwani, and graduated from Zakir Hussain Delhi College, Delhi University with a degree in History in 1995. In 1999, the central secretariate sent him his joining letter, but he didn’t join at that time However, he later joined to get rid of his debts and was appointed as a desk/section officer in the Rajbhasha department under the Ministry of Home Affairs. However, After working 6 months he quit the job just because of that he is not enjoying the job of Ministry of Home Affairs.
Dr. Divyakirti has been teaching UPSC aspirants for over 20 years. He has helped hundreds of students achieve their dream of becoming IAS officers. He is a recipient of the “Best Teacher Award” from the UPSC Civil Services Examinations.
Dr. Divyakirti is also a prolific author. He has written several books on the UPSC exam, including “The Complete Guide to the UPSC Civil Services Examination” and “How to Crack the UPSC Interview.” His books are popular among UPSC aspirants for their clear and concise explanations of the exam syllabus.
Dr. Divyakirti is a regular speaker at UPSC coaching institutes and seminars. He is also a frequent guest on television and radio shows. He is known for his inspiring speeches and his motivational messages. He is an inspiration to UPSC aspirants all over India.
In addition to his work as a teacher and author, Dr. Vikas Divyakirti is also involved in several social initiatives. He is the founder of the Drishti Foundation, a non-profit organization that works to provide education and employment opportunities to underprivileged children. He is also a member of the National Advisory Council for Civil Services Examinations.
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti is a true inspiration to UPSC aspirants. He is a dedicated teacher, a prolific author, and a committed social worker. He is an example of what can be achieved through hard work and dedication.
Here is Dr. Vikas Divyakirti Biography
Bio
| Real Name | Vikas Divyakirti |
| Date of Birth | December 26, 1973 |
| Age | 50 (as of 2023) |
| Birth Place | Haryana |
| Profession | IAS Trainer, Author, Lecturer |
| Hometown | Bhivani, Haryana |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| School | Saraswati Shishu Mandir, Bhiwani |
| College | Zakir Hussain Delhi College |
| University | Delhi University |
| Education | BA in History MA in Hindi Literature and Sociology M. Phil LLB Ph.D Post Graduation in English to Hindi translation. |
| Religion | Agnostic (His parents follow Arya Samaj and his wife follows Sanatana Dharma) |
| Controversy | Vikas Divyakirti trolled for comparing Sita with ‘Ghee Licked By Dog’ in November 2022, while he was giving a lecture to the UPSC aspirants. In the lecture he quoted the Ramayana and said that lord Ram did not fight war with Ravana for Sita because she was like the Ghee Licked by A Dog and not eligible for him. Following remarks he was heavily trolled on social media and the remarks started a hashtag #BanDrishtiIAS 1 |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Official Website | Drishti IAS |
Physical State
| Height | In Feet – 5’5 In Meters – 1.65 m In Centimeter – 165 cm |
| Weight | In KG – 65 Kg In Pounds – 143 Lbs |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Family
| Parents | Father- Name Not Known (Professor of Hindi Sahitya) Mother- Name Not Known (School Teacher)  |
| Brothers | Vikas Divyakirti has two brothers. Eldest brother is a Software engineer in USA, Elder brother is civil servant as DIG in CBI |
| Wife | Dr Taruna Verma (MD at Drishti) |
| Children | Son- Satwik Dviyakirti |
Favorites
| Food | Chana Bhatura |
| Beverage | Tea |
| Destination | Kashmir |
| Films | The Lunchbox Eklavya: The Royal Guard Gulaal Masaan |
| Philosophers | Osho, Socrates, Plato, Immanuel Kant |
| Sociologists | Karl Marx, Max Waber |
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti has a Ph.D. in Hindi Literature from Delhi University and has pursued studies in various other disciplines like Sociology, Philosophy, Law, and Management.
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti Known Facts
- Does Dr. Vikas Divyakirti Drink? – Yes
- Dr. Vikas Divyakirti is the founder and director of Drishti IAS.
- He was born on December 26, 1973, in Bhiwani, Haryana, India.
- His father was a professor and his mother was a school teacher.
- He did his schooling at Saraswati Shishu Mandir, Bhiwani, and graduated from Zakir Hussain College, Delhi University with a degree in history in 1997.
- He was also a good debater and won several awards in his school and college days.
- Vikas attended Delhi University to pursue a career in politics because his father wanted him to be a politician and he became a member of the Akhil Bhartiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP).
- He started preparing for the UPSC exam while he was still in college.
- He came from a humble background and did not have the financial resources to prepare for the UPSC exam.
- He had to work part-time to support himself while he was studying.
- He then went on to earn a master’s degree in Hindi literature and sociology from the same university.
- In Lallantop interview he revealed that he was very poor in the English language and failed in the subject in almost every class during his schooling. However he managed to pass in the annua exams.
- He also holds an M.Phil., LLB, and Ph.D. in education.
- He cleared the UPSC exam in 1996 with sociology as an optional subject and was ranked 384th. He was initially assigned to the CISF but was deemed medically unfit due to flat feet. He then joined the Ministry of Home Affairs’ central secretariat.
- He resigned from his job as an IAS officer in 1999 to start the Drishti IAS Coaching Classes.
- The institute has since become one of the most popular UPSC coaching institutes in India.
- He is known for his clear and concise teaching style, and his ability to make complex concepts easy to understand.
- He is also a prolific author and has written several books on the UPSC exam.
- He is a regular speaker at UPSC coaching institutes and seminars.
- He is also a frequent guest on television and radio shows.
- He is a recipient of the “Best Teacher Award” from the UPSC Civil Services Examinations.
- He is married to Dr. Taruna Verma and they have a son named Satwik.
- Vikas likes style of Nitin Gadkari among Indian Politicians.
