Quick Info
| Profession | IAS trainer, Author, Lecturer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/12/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Haryana, India |
Latest News about Dr Vikas Divyakirti
15/04/2025
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti faced public scrutiny after remarks he made about Hindu deities Ram and Sita during a live lecture drew criticism online. The comments triggered a wider debate about religious sensitivity and freedom of expression, while Drishti IAS said the remarks were part of a broader discussion on mythology and were not intended to offend religious sentiments.
10/02/2025
Dr. Vikas Divyakirti was reported to have received the 'National Education Leader Award' for his impact on UPSC preparation in India. The recognition highlighted his role in making civil service coaching accessible in Hindi, especially for students from rural and semi-urban backgrounds.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being the founder of Drishti IAS, a coaching centre for UPSC aspirants |
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| Full Name | Dr. Vikas Divyakirti |
| Aliases | Vikas Divyakirti |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm (5’ 5”) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| BA | History |
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| MA | Hindi Literature and Sociology |
| M. Phil | Hindi Literature |
| LLB | Yes |
| Ph.D. | Hindi Literature |
| Postgraduate degree | English to Hindi translation |
Personal Life
| School | Saraswati Shishu Mandir, Bhiwani, Haryana |
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| College/University | Zakir Husain Delhi College, Delhi University |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Wife | Dr. Taruna Verma (MD at Drishti- The Vision) |
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| Children | Son - Satwik Divyakirti |
| Father | Name not publicly disclosed |
| Mother | Name not publicly disclosed |
| Siblings | 2 brothers |
Career
| Founder and Director | Drishti IAS Coaching Classes in Delhi |
|---|---|
| Editor | Drishti Current Affairs Today |
| Author | Nibandh Drishti |
| YouTube Channel | Drishti IAS |
| Former Civil Servant | Cleared UPSC CSE in 1996 with AIR 384, served in Ministry of Home Affairs, resigned after one year |
| Film Appearance | Appeared as himself in the 2023 film 12th Fail and contributed to its script |
| Current Role | Managing Director of Drishti IAS |
| Notable Contribution | Popularized UPSC preparation in Hindi, influencing millions of aspirants across India |
Favourites
| Food | Chana Bhatura |
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| Beverage | Tea |
| Holiday Destination | Kashmir |
| Films | The Lunchbox, Eklavya: The Royal Guard, Gulaal, Masaan |
| Philosophers | Socrates, Plato, Immanuel Kant, Osho |
| Sociologists | Karl Marx, Max Weber |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raised in a middle-class background in Bhiwani, Haryana. | |
| 2. Developed a passion for politics from a young age. | |
| 3. Participated in school's parliamentary elections. | |
| 4. Initially struggled with the English language. | |
| 5. Established Drishti IAS with borrowed money. | |
| 6. Delivers lectures in Hindi for better comprehension. | |
| 7. Successfully competed in the RWA election in Delhi in 2015. | |
| 8. Started Drishti IAS after being rejected for a Hindi lecturer post at Shivaji College. |