A definitive symbol of brilliance and resilience, Dr. Shah Faesal is one of the most distinguished alumni of our institution. Born and raised in Sogam, Lolab, he completed his foundational schooling at Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School Sogam before pursuing his MBBS as a gold medalist from SKIMS, Srinagar. In 2010, he etched his name in history by securing All India Rank 1 (AIR 1) in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, becoming the first-ever Kashmiri to top the prestigious exam and inspiring an entire generation of civil service aspirants across the region. Over his illustrious administrative career, he has held several key leadership positions, including serving as the Director of School Education, Kashmir (DSEK). He also holds a Master's degree in Public Administration (MPA) from the Harvard Kennedy School as a Fulbright Fellow. We proudly dedicate this profile to his enduring legacy of academic and administrative excellence.