“Karimnagar’s Sandeep Cracks TSPSC Group 1 with Rank 80, Set to Become Deputy Collector”

“Tribal Youth Cracks TSPSC Group 1: Sandeep from Karimnagar to Deputy Collector”

From Fields to Power: The Inspiring Journey of Yerukala Youth Palakurthy Sandeep to TSPSC Group 1 Glory

In the heart of Karimnagar, nestled among modest homes and quiet aspirations, a young boy from the Yerukala community, a Scheduled Tribe (ST) group, dared to dream beyond the ordinary. Today, that dream has taken flight. Palakurthy Sandeep, who once roamed paddy fields with his farmer friends, has secured State Rank 80 and Category Rank 2 (MZ-I) in the prestigious TSPSC Group 1 exam 2025 — a feat that puts him on the path to becoming a Deputy Collector.

This is not just an individual achievement. It is a story of resilience, of breaking social and systemic barriers, and of carrying the hopes of an entire community.

Roots That Ground, Wings That Soar

Born into a humble yet disciplined home, Sandeep was raised by P. Kashaiah, a principled Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in Karimnagar, and Bhagyalaxmi, a homemaker whose quiet strength kept the family grounded. Growing up in such a service-oriented household, values like dedication, integrity, and perseverance were deeply instilled in Sandeep from a young age.

His educational journey began at Vani Niketan High School, followed by Intermediate at Alphores Junior College, both in Karimnagar. Inspired by the importance of agriculture in Telangana, he pursued a B.Sc. in Agriculture from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Madurai, and later, a postgraduate degree from Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, Hyderabad.

Today, he serves as a Mandal Agriculture Officer in Konaraopet Mandal, Rajanna Sircilla, where his work touches the lives of farmers every day — a testament to his passion for rural development and upliftment.

Carving a Path Through Competition

The TSPSC Group 1 exam is no small hurdle. With over 31,000 candidates vying for 563 top-level government positions, the selection process is grueling — from the prelims and mains to the final interview. But Sandeep approached it with the patience of a farmer and the focus of a soldier.

His Category Rank 2 among the MZ-I ST candidates, and an overall State Rank of 80, didn’t come easy. It came through long hours of study, discipline, and an unwavering belief that someone from a tribal background could not only compete but excel at the highest levels of government recruitment.

A Family of Achievers

The success story doesn’t stop with Sandeep. His elder brother, P. Sanjay, holds a Ph.D. in Agriculture from the University of Connecticut, USA, and his sister, P. Sindhu, is pursuing her MBBS as a house surgeon at ESIC Medical College, Chennai. The Palakurthy family has become a symbol of academic excellence and service dedication — an inspiration not just in Karimnagar but for families across Telangana.

Hope for the Yerukala Community

Sandeep’s success resonates far beyond exam ranks. As a proud member of the Yerukala tribal community, his achievement is a beacon of hope. It proves that with the right support, commitment, and opportunities, tribal youth can reach leadership positions and help shape the very systems that once left them behind.

His story is already inspiring other young people in rural and tribal pockets of Telangana to aim higher — to believe that civil service is not just for the elite, but for anyone willing to work for it.

A Future in Service

As he awaits his appointment as Deputy Collector, Sandeep remains grounded. He sees this post not as a reward, but as a responsibility — a chance to serve the very people whose struggles he understands so well.

“In every farmer’s eyes, I see my roots,” he says. “Now, I have the opportunity to not only understand their issues but solve them.”

Palakurthy Sandeep’s journey is more than a success story — it’s a movement in the making. A movement of hope, grit, and transformation — from the grassroots to governance.