Introduction: A Childhood Dream That Became Reality Through Persistence
Some journeys toward civil services begin with ambition. Others begin with inspiration. But for Sahaja Messi Evangeline, the journey began with both.
Born and raised in Vizianagaram, Sahaja grew up in a home where public service was not just a profession—it was a way of life. Watching her parents serve the government with sincerity, discipline, and dedication, she developed a clear childhood dream of becoming a civil servant, especially an IAS Officer.
In 2026, that dream took a defining step forward when Sahaja cleared the APPSC Group-1 Examination and secured the prestigious post of District Employment Officer.
This achievement was not sudden. It was built through years of preparation, ground-level experience, professional responsibility, and unwavering determination.
Her story reflects the power of consistency, clarity of purpose, and belief in one’s own journey.
Early Life: A Childhood Shaped by Service Values and Inspiration
Sahaja Messi Evangeline was born to parents who themselves embodied public service. Her father, Ashok Samarpana Kumar, serves as an Assistant Treasury Officer, and her mother, Shobharani, is a Mandal Educational Officer.
Growing up, Sahaja closely observed their dedication, integrity, and commitment to duty. She saw how government officers could directly impact people’s lives.
This exposure planted a deep sense of responsibility and purpose in her.
Her school, St. Joseph’s English Medium High School, Vizianagaram, played a crucial role in shaping her mindset. One powerful value taught there was:
“Aim High.”
This simple message became a guiding principle in her life. It shaped her ambitions and strengthened her belief that she could achieve something meaningful through civil services.
Academic Excellence: A Record of Consistency and Merit
- Sahaja’s academic journey reflects strong discipline and consistent performance.
- She completed her 10th class in 2013, securing an impressive 9.7 GPA, demonstrating her academic strength early.
- She continued her Intermediate education at Narayana Junior College, Vizianagaram, and secured an outstanding 96.6% in 2015.
- Her excellence was recognized when she secured State Fourth Rank in Intermediate First Year, earning a Merit of Excellence Award—a major academic distinction.
- She later pursued Mechanical Engineering from MVGR College of Engineering, affiliated with JNTU Kakinada, graduating in 2019 with 8.81 CGPA.
- Her engineering years reflected not just academic commitment but also technical skill and leadership.
- She secured First Position in Go-Kart Designing and Exhibition (2017), showcasing her innovation, technical ability, and practical thinking.
- She actively participated in inter-college throwball competitions and served as an Event Organiser for Mechanical Engineering Department activities, reflecting her leadership skills.
Her involvement in Swachh Bharat Club and Balaswachh initiatives demonstrated her social responsibility from an early stage.
Professional Journey: Ground-Level Experience That Strengthened Her Purpose
After completing her engineering in 2019, Sahaja joined as an Engineering Assistant in AP Grama Sachivalayam, Duppada Secretariat.
This role gave her invaluable ground-level administrative experience.
She worked on:
- Construction of government buildings
- Development of roads and drainage systems
- Implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)
- Implementation of Housing for All Scheme
- Maintaining official M-Book records
More importantly, Sahaja gained direct interaction with rural citizens, understanding their real problems, administrative challenges, and development needs.
This experience strengthened her understanding of grassroots governance and reinforced her determination to become an officer.
After four years of service, she achieved another milestone.
In 2023, she was selected as a Junior Assistant in the Revenue Department through APPSC Group-4 Services.
In this role, she handled:
- Establishment administration
- Processing salaries and bills
- Issuing official certificates such as Residential Certificates and Non-Creamy Layer Certificates
This role strengthened her administrative exposure and gave her deeper insight into government functioning.
Balancing Job and Preparation: A Journey of Discipline and Sacrifice
Sahaja began her civil services preparation in 2020, while continuing her full-time government job.
Balancing work and preparation required extraordinary discipline.
Her daily routine involved:
- Attending office during the day
- Studying after office hours
- Maintaining consistency despite fatigue
This was not easy. But her determination never weakened.
Her journey progressed step-by-step:
- 2019 – Engineering Assistant, Grama Sachivalayam
- 2023 – Junior Assistant, Revenue Department (APPSC Group-4)
- 2026 – Selected in Group-2 Services, Public Health Department
- 2026 – Cleared APPSC Group-1 and became District Employment Officer
Each step strengthened her confidence, experience, and belief.
Role of La Excellence IAS Academy: Strengthening Her Mains Answer Writing and Interview Preparation
During her APPSC Group-1 preparation, Sahaja joined the RRP (Rankers’ Refinement Programme) Group-1 Mains Course at La Excellence IAS Academy in 2023. This programme played a crucial role in improving her Mains answer writing skills.
Through the structured answer writing practice, evaluation, and personalised feedback, she learned how to present answers with better clarity, structure, and administrative perspective. The programme helped her understand how to translate her knowledge into effective, scoring answers, which became a turning point in her mains preparation.
As she progressed to the interview stage, she also joined the Interview Guidance Programme (IGP) at La Excellence IAS Academy.
One of the most impactful components was the Online DAF (Detailed Application Form) Filling Session conducted by Rambabu Sir. This session helped her carefully reflect on her personal journey, work experience in Grama Sachivalayam and Revenue Department, and her motivations for civil services. It enriched her DAF and helped her understand how every detail in it could become a potential interview question.
Achievement: Becoming District Employment Officer
In 2026, Sahaja achieved a major milestone by clearing the APPSC Group-1 Examination and securing the post of District Employment Officer.
This was the result of:
- Years of consistent effort
- Professional experience
- Structured preparation
- Emotional resilience
It was a moment of immense pride for her family.
It was also a moment where her childhood dream moved closer to reality.
Personality Beyond Career: Discipline, Fitness, and Creativity
Beyond her professional and academic life, Sahaja maintains a balanced personality.
Her hobbies include:
- Walking and cardio workouts, reflecting her commitment to physical discipline
- Portrait painting, showcasing her creative expression
Her involvement in social service initiatives reflects her compassionate and responsible nature.
Her Message to Aspirants: Interest is the Foundation of Success
- Sahaja shared an honest and powerful message with students.
- She believes that civil services preparation requires genuine interest.
- Without real interest, it is difficult to sustain the long and demanding preparation process.
- Her own journey stands as proof that consistency, discipline, and genuine passion lead to success.
Speaking to La Excellence IAS mentors she said: “Always Have Faith in God,Do the Work as dedicated as you can with all your efforts and never stop until you reach the Goal”
Conclusion: A Journey Defined by Consistency, Courage, and Purpose
Sahaja Messi Evangeline’s journey from Vizianagaram to becoming a District Employment Officer reflects the power of:
- Strong values
- Academic excellence
- Ground-level experience
- Consistent preparation
- Self-belief
Her story proves that success is not built overnight.
It is built through discipline, patience, and the courage to continue moving forward.
Her journey continues—with the same belief she learned in school:
Aim High. Stay Consistent. Serve with Purpose.
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