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AIR 1 · 2022 · Political Science & International Relations
AIR
1
Total
1094
Year
2022
Ishita Kishore is a 26-year-old woman from Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, who secured the All India Rank 1 in the UPSC 2022 exam. She is an alumnus of Delhi University and left her high-paying job to crack the exam in her 3rd attempt. Ishita's optional subject was Political Science and International Relations, and she relied heavily on VisionIAS Mains test series to refine her answer writing abilities.
Verified marks breakdown — sourced from UPSC.gov.in
| GS1 | 121 |
| GS2 | 130 |
| GS3 | 88 |
| GS4 (Ethics) | 112 |
| Essay | 137 |
| Political Science & P1 | 147 |
| Political Science & P2 | 166 |
| Written Total | 901 |
| Interview | 193 |
| Total | 1094 |
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I still remember the day I decided to take the UPSC exam. It was a turning point in my life, and I knew that I had to work hard to achieve my goal. I had always been interested in politics and governance, and I felt that this exam was the perfect opportunity for me to make a career out of it.
My study plan was quite rigorous. I started preparing for the exam about 18 months in advance. I would wake up every morning at 5:00 AM and start studying. I would cover a lot of topics in a day, but I would also make sure to revise what I had studied the previous day. I would also take breaks in between to refresh my mind.
There were many challenges that I faced during my preparation. One of the biggest challenges was time management. I had to manage my time effectively to cover all the topics that I needed to study. Another challenge was staying motivated. There were times when I felt like giving up, but I knew that I had to push through.
I had a few strategies that helped me to succeed in the exam. One of my strategies was to make a lot of notes. I would write down everything that I studied, and I would also make sure to revise my notes regularly. Another strategy that I used was to practice as many questions as I could. I would practice questions from previous years' papers, and I would also practice questions from mock tests.
The interview experience was quite challenging for me. I was nervous, but I tried to stay calm. I answered all the questions to the best of my ability, and I made sure to speak clearly and confidently. I also made sure to ask questions to the panel to show my interest in the subject.
I was overjoyed when I heard that I had secured the All India Rank 1 in the UPSC 2022 exam. It was a dream come true, and I felt a sense of pride and accomplishment. I knew that I had worked hard for this, and I was grateful for the opportunity to serve the country.
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Ishita Kishore opted for Political Science & International Relations as their UPSC optional subject and scored 313 marks across both papers. Political Science & International Relations is a popular choice among UPSC toppers and has produced consistent results. View more Political Science & International Relations toppers on the optional page.
Ishita Kishore scored highest in Essay with 137 marks. This was 7 marks ahead of their next best paper, GS2 (130 marks). Their total score was 1094 in UPSC CSE 2022.
Ishita Kishore's daily study routine is detailed in their preparation strategy section. Most UPSC toppers maintain 6-8 hours of focused study, with variations based on work status and personal circumstances. Ishita Kishore's specific schedule is covered above.
Ishita Kishore secured AIR 1 in UPSC CSE 2022. The number of attempts and their preparation journey is covered in the strategy section above, including how they improved across attempts.
Ishita Kishore's coaching and test series details are covered in the preparation strategy section above. Many UPSC toppers rely on a combination of self-study, coaching, and mock test series for answer writing practice.
AIR 1 in UPSC CSE 2022.
Political Science & International Relations.
1094 marks out of 2025.
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