Gautam Vivekanandan

AIR

211

Total Marks

979

UPSC 2022English LiteratureInterview 187

Gautam Vivekanandan UPSC AIR 211 (2022)

Gautam Vivekanandan is a UPSC CSE 2022 topper who secured AIR 211. He chose English Literature as his optional subject and scored 793 marks out of 2025. Gautam's journey to success was marked by hard work, dedication, and strategic planning. He has shared his essay strategy and interview experience with various platforms, providing valuable insights to aspirants.

Written

792

Essay

149

Interview

187

Total

979

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Marks Intelligence

Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS197
GS293
GS379
GS4110

Optional Subject

Subject

English Literature

Paper 1123
Paper 2142

Final Scores

Essay149
Written792
Interview187
Total979

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Read widely and stay updated on current events for essay paper

Practice your communication skills for the interview

Choose a study plan that works for you and stay focused

Be confident and articulate in the interview

Stay true to yourself and your goals

Hard work and dedication are essential for success in UPSC CSE

Choose a topic you're passionate about for the essay paper

Stay motivated and focused, even when faced with challenges

Strategy Archive

Preparation Strategy

Background

I come from a small town in Tamil Nadu, and my family has always been supportive of my academic pursuits. I was fascinated by the world of literature and languages from a young age. When I decided to take the UPSC CSE exam, I knew I had to choose an optional subject that I was passionate about. English Literature was the obvious choice for me.

Resource Archive

Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

149 Marks

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GS1 Copy

97 Marks

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GS2 Copy

93 Marks

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GS3 Copy

79 Marks

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GS4 Copy

110 Marks

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English Literature Paper

123 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Gautam Vivekanandan's UPSC rank?

Gautam Vivekanandan secured AIR 211 in UPSC CSE 2022.

What was the optional subject?

Gautam chose English Literature as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Gautam scored 187 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Gautam obtained a total of 979 marks in UPSC CSE 2022.

Are the topper's answer copies available?

No public answer copies are available for this profile.

Are there any quick takeaways from their preparation?

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

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Study Guide

English Literature Preparation Strategy

A concise subject guide to help aspirants plan their preparation.