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UPSC 2022Commerce & AccountancyInterview 170
Harishankar Ganesan UPSC AIR 367 (2022)
Harishankar Ganesan secured AIR 107 in the UPSC CSE 2023 examination. He is a Commerce graduate and has worked with McKinsey and PE before joining the Indian Defence Accounts Service.
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Performance Breakdown
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Optional Subject
Subject
Commerce & Accountancy
Final Scores
Essay104
Written795
Interview170
Total965
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Create a study plan and stick to it to achieve your goals.
Believe in yourself and your abilities to overcome self-doubt and imposter syndrome.
Stay positive and motivated by prioritizing your time and energy.
Join a study group or find a study buddy to stay accountable and motivated.
Practice mock tests and review your performance to identify areas of improvement.
Dress professionally and arrive early at the interview venue to make a good impression.
The key to success is hard work and dedication, so stay focused and motivated.
Believe in yourself and your abilities to achieve your goals.
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Background
I come from a humble background and was always fascinated by the Indian Civil Service. I pursued a degree in Commerce and later worked with McKinsey and PE, which gave me valuable experience in strategy and problem-solving.
Key Takeaways
- The key to success is hard work and dedication
- Believe in yourself and your abilities
- Stay positive and motivated
- Prioritize your time and energy
- Create a study plan and stick to it
- Practice mock tests and review your performance
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Essay Copy
104 Marks
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GS1 Copy
101 Marks
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GS2 Copy
118 Marks
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GS3 Copy
88 Marks
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GS4 Copy
101 Marks
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Commerce & Accountancy Paper
147 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Harishankar Ganesan's UPSC rank?
Harishankar Ganesan secured AIR 367 in UPSC CSE 2022.
What was the optional subject?
Harishankar chose Commerce & Accountancy as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Harishankar scored 170 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Harishankar obtained a total of 965 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?
Harishankar shared 8 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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