Animesh Pradhan

AIR

2

Total Marks

1067

UPSC 2023SociologyInterview 175

Animesh Pradhan UPSC AIR 2 (2023)

Animesh Pradhan is a UPSC topper who secured All India Rank 2 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2023. He is from Angul district, Odisha, and completed his Engineering in Computer Science from NIT Rourkela. He worked full-time at Indian Oil Corporation while preparing for the exam.

Written

892

Essay

133

Interview

175

Total

1067

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Resource Intent

Essay Strategy

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GS1 Insights

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GS2 Insights

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Sociology Notes

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Marks Intelligence

Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS1109
GS2127
GS3103
GS4134

Optional Subject

Subject

Sociology

Paper 1133
Paper 2153

Final Scores

Essay133
Written892
Interview175
Total1067

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Create a structured study plan with specific time slots for each subject.

Prioritize regular revision and practice previous year's question papers.

Develop a habit of staying updated with current events and news.

Seek guidance from experienced mentors for valuable insights and advice.

Maintain a calm demeanor during the interview, answering questions confidently and concisely.

Attribute success to hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

Stay focused and motivated through positive self-talk and a growth mindset.

Balance full-time work with UPSC preparation through effective time management.

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Preparation Strategy

Background

Growing up in Odisha, I was always fascinated by the world of governance and public service. My parents, both government employees, instilled in me a sense of responsibility and duty towards society. I pursued my passion for computer science, graduating from NIT Rourkela. However, I soon realized that my true calling lay in the realm of public service.

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Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

133 Marks

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GS1 Copy

109 Marks

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GS2 Copy

127 Marks

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GS3 Copy

103 Marks

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GS4 Copy

134 Marks

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Sociology Paper

133 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Animesh Pradhan's UPSC rank?

Animesh Pradhan secured AIR 2 in UPSC CSE 2023.

What was the optional subject?

Animesh chose Sociology as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Animesh scored 175 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Animesh obtained a total of 1067 marks in UPSC CSE 2023.

Are the topper's answer copies available?

No public answer copies are available for this profile.

Are there any quick takeaways from their preparation?

Animesh shared 8 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.

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