Anushka Karnwal

AIR

435

Total Marks

956

UPSC 2023EconomicsInterview 168

Anushka Karnwal UPSC AIR 435 (2023)

Anushka Karnwal secured Rank 435 in UPSC CSE 2023, clearing the exam in her first attempt with Economics as her optional subject. She is a graduate from Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi, and has shared her insights and strategies with aspiring candidates through various platforms.

Written

788

Essay

115

Interview

168

Total

956

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Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS182
GS2115
GS391
GS4115

Optional Subject

Subject

Economics

Paper 1141
Paper 2129

Final Scores

Essay115
Written788
Interview168
Total956

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Start early and give yourself enough time to understand the basics and practice as many questions as possible.

Focus on understanding the concepts rather than just memorizing them.

Practice as many questions as possible and analyze your performance to identify areas of improvement.

Stay motivated and focused on your goal, even during the long and grueling preparation process.

Don't be afraid to ask for clarification if you need it during the interview.

Hard work and determination can take you a long way in achieving your goals.

It's never too late to start preparing for the civil services exam.

Prioritize your studies and make the most of the time you have.

Make sure to cover all the topics in the syllabus and don't leave any stone unturned.

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Background

I come from Bijnor district of western UP, and my journey to becoming a UPSC topper was not of a childhood dream nor of falling for this career path. I actually started preparing for the exam in June 2022, and gave my attempt in 2023. My story is a testament to the fact that it's never too late to start preparing for the civil services exam.

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Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

115 Marks

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GS1 Copy

82 Marks

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GS2 Copy

115 Marks

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GS3 Copy

91 Marks

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GS4 Copy

115 Marks

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Economics Paper

141 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Anushka Karnwal's UPSC rank?

Anushka Karnwal secured AIR 435 in UPSC CSE 2023.

What was the optional subject?

Anushka chose Economics as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Anushka scored 168 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Anushka obtained a total of 956 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?

Anushka shared 9 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.

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