Complete a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
Prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Examination
Apply for the UPSC Civil Services Examination
Clear the Preliminary Examination
Clear the Main Examination
Clear the Interview
Get selected into the Indian Administrative Service
Complete IAS training at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration
Serve in field postings as an IAS officer
Gain experience in district administration
Get promoted and posted as District Collector or District Magistrate by the state government