UPSC to CDS / JAG aspirations

I (23F) am working in a corporate law firm and graduated from a good NLU. Throughout law school, I wanted to be an IPS Officer and prepared for UPSC accordingly. I also balanced leadership roles, sports (mainly athletics and basketball), moot court competitions, debates, academics and internships and got a PPO too.

I gave UPSC with a lot of confidence, aspiring to be an IPS Officer. I cleared prelims and was confident about doing well in Mains. But destiny had other plans for me and I was very unwell when I had to appear for Mains. I had typhoid and could not give my best. I was utterly disappointed with myself for failing to be at my 100%.

I went ahead with my corporate law firm job. I was staffed with an excellent litigation team, have am generally considered to be a high performer (in fact, I’m burning the midnight oil at work right now). I really do not think I have it in me to give UPSC once again. But I keep thinking about serving the country, and working towards service of the public.

A few months ago, I signed up for the Indian Army CDS and more recently, JAG. I’m focused on getting recommended and joining the Army. Hoping for the best, and an opportunity to live a life less ordinary.

Is there anybody else who is transitioning from UPSC to CDS / JAG? How do you feel about the difference?