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UPSC Intelligence Archive
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UPSC 2022EconomicsInterview 190
Ishan Agarwal UPSC AIR 409 (2022)
Ishan Agarwal is a 21-year-old UPSC topper who secured the 409th rank in the 2022 Civil Services Examination. He is an alumnus of NIT Srinagar and has a strong background in academics. Ishan has shared his preparation strategy and experiences with various platforms, including YouTube and Quora.
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Performance Breakdown
Structured marks analysis across General Studies, optional subject papers, essay, and personality test.
Final Scores
Essay70
Written771
Interview190
Total961
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Start early and make a study plan to stay motivated and focused
Practice consistently and evaluate your performance to improve
Stay calm and confident during the interview to showcase your skills
Reward yourself after completing milestones to stay motivated
Take breaks and engage in activities you enjoy to reduce stress
Focus on static subjects, such as history and geography, to build a strong foundation
Stay updated with the latest news and events to excel in current affairs
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Background
I was born and brought up in a small town in Uttar Pradesh. I always had a keen interest in current affairs and politics, which motivated me to pursue a career in the civil services. I completed my engineering from NIT Srinagar and then started preparing for the UPSC exam.
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Essay Copy
70 Marks
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GS1 Copy
110 Marks
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GS2 Copy
108 Marks
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GS3 Copy
83 Marks
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GS4 Copy
120 Marks
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Economics Paper
144 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Ishan Agarwal's UPSC rank?
Ishan Agarwal secured AIR 409 in UPSC CSE 2022.
What was the optional subject?
Ishan chose Economics as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Ishan scored 190 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Ishan obtained a total of 961 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?
Ishan shared 7 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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