Because of the time-of-birth correction (2:25 AM instead of 2:25 PM), you actually have Rahu and Jupiter sitting in your 1st house (Lagna) rather than the 7th house as we previously analyzed.
You have been running your Rahu Mahadasha since 8 March 2018. More specifically, you ran Rahu-Saturn from 14 April 2023. This period would have been notoriously difficult for you to study or concentrate, as Saturn sits in your 12th house a placement of delays, mental fatigue, and frustration. However, on 18 February 2026, you entered Rahu-Mercury. This is, in fact, the best time if you have applied for any government job any results awaiting or want to prepare, as Mercury sits exalted in your 4th house (Sukha Sthana).
There is one crucial timeline aspect to keep in mind: on 6 September 2028, you will enter Rahu-Ketu. Ketu is a planet that doesn’t easily give; it takes away, creates sudden roadblocks, and will make you struggle post-6 September 2028. Therefore, if you are preparing or want to clear competitive exams, you must clear or prepare sincerely before 6 September 2028. Summing it up, you have roughly a 2-year golden window. I would bet on you preparing with total dedication over these next two years, but if you cannot clear by mid-2028, you must pivot.
Going back to the earlier question: even though Rahu in Lagna supports your personal drive and ambition (unlike 7th house Rahu), you must still maintain a practical backup plan and not prepare blindly. Think about worst-case scenarios, but give your absolute best in these two years because genuine hope exists.
Rahu in the Lagna makes a person rebellious, highly determined (ziddi), and very sharp (chalak), though marriage or marital life may face friction. Because Rahu sits in your Lagna, it forces you to focus heavily on yourself, meaning you might genuinely fail to understand your partner’s perspective at times. Having Ketu and Mars sitting together in your 7th house indicates significant anger issues or impulsive behavior from your spouse. Fortunately, the 7th house being Sagittarius (ruled by Jupiter) helps balance things out a bit. Don’t worry, you will get married in this Rahu Mahadasha there is definitely hope, so do not lose heart.
Sincerely prepare during these next 2 years since you have already invested so much time and effort. Simultaneously, evaluate worst-case scenarios, maintain a backup plan, and actively seek alternate career pathways alongside your preparation!