Ketan Shukla

AIR

156

Total Marks

982

UPSC 2023Electrical EngineeringInterview 175

Ketan Shukla UPSC AIR 156 (2023)

Ketan Shukla, an Electrical Engineering graduate from IIT Roorkee, secured Rank 156 in UPSC 2023 and Rank 75 in UPSC 2024. He is an active participant in the UPSC community, sharing his experiences and strategies through various social media platforms and online sessions.

Written

807

Essay

102

Interview

175

Total

982

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Essay Strategy

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Marks Intelligence

Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS189
GS2106
GS388
GS4117

Optional Subject

Subject

Electrical Engineering

Paper 1162
Paper 2143

Final Scores

Essay102
Written807
Interview175
Total982

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Stay focused and motivated throughout your UPSC journey.

Create a study group to stay accountable and motivated.

Break down your study material into smaller chunks to understand it better.

Practice a lot of questions to improve your time management skills.

Stay calm and confident during the interview.

Use examples and anecdotes to illustrate your points.

Stay humble and grounded despite your success.

Develop a growth mindset and be open to learning and improvement.

Take care of your physical and mental health during the preparation period.

Stay connected with your family and friends for emotional support.

Strategy Archive

Preparation Strategy

Background

I still remember the day I decided to take the UPSC exam. It was a mix of excitement and nervousness. I had always been fascinated by the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and the impact it has on people's lives. I was determined to make a difference and serve the nation.

Resource Archive

Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

102 Marks

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GS1 Copy

89 Marks

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GS2 Copy

106 Marks

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GS3 Copy

88 Marks

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GS4 Copy

117 Marks

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Electrical Engineering Paper

162 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Ketan Shukla's UPSC rank?

Ketan Shukla secured AIR 156 in UPSC CSE 2023.

What was the optional subject?

Ketan chose Electrical Engineering as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Ketan scored 175 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Ketan obtained a total of 982 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?

Ketan shared 10 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.

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Study Guide

Electrical Engineering Preparation Strategy

A concise subject guide to help aspirants plan their preparation.