Taunted for his 'negative approach', Abhilash switches to studying at the library. Things turn 'positive' when Dhairya enters his life.

Abhilash is worried about his General Studies Exam. Dissatisfied with his mentor, he decides to quit his coaching institute.

Abhilash realizes that no matter how determined he is, it's really tough to crack UPSC and he can't be overly optimistic with his dream of becoming an IAS officer. He realizes that he needs a Plan B.

The rivalry between young Abhilash & Pawan reaches its boiling point on the last day of the mains exam. In the present, DM Abhilash decides against giving up the Education Town project in Rampur resulting in DM Pawan expressing his concerns about the system unabashedly. Abhilash further takes drastic measures.

IAS Abhilash Sharma is struggling when the past meets the present. Things take a turn when a mentor from the past, returns as a friend. Continue Watching Aspirants Season 2 on PV

Abhilash shares his ambitious vision for Rampur, but businessman Dayanidhi Joshi challenges his administration, while SK and Guri are surprised by Abhilash's unexpected return to ORN in the past.

Young Abhilash is ready to pursue IRS but his mentor Radha Rajesh questions his decision. DM Abhilash is facing inquiry based on ALC Sandeep Ohlans's allegations. On the personal front he tries to mend his way with SK but is rather left disheartened. A revelation from Dhairya leaves Abhilash even more worried about the inquiry.

Sandeep Bhaiya's measures against a factory owner present the first roadblock in DM Abhilash's vision. Guri and SK debate whether or not to ask any favour from Abhilash for a crucial project.

Abhilash confronts the striking employees, to which Sandeep registers his objection. Meanwhile, young Abhilash goes through the challenges of the MAINS exam and a painful fight with his old friend SK.

Dhairya confronts Abhilash and convinces him to bury the past ghosts and move on in life. Meanwhile, an angry Sandeep conspires to bring down DM Abhilash.