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UPSC Intelligence Archive
2026
UPSC 2023ChemistryInterview 190
Mohan Lal UPSC AIR 53 (2023)
Mohan Lal secured All India Rank 53 in the UPSC CSE 2023 examination. He is a NEXT IAS Student and hails from Barmer, Rajasthan. His optional subject was Chemistry. He has been featured in various interviews and mock interview sessions, sharing his experiences and strategies with aspiring UPSC candidates.
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Performance Breakdown
Structured marks analysis across General Studies, optional subject papers, essay, and personality test.
Final Scores
Essay115
Written816
Interview190
Total1006
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Identify your weak areas and create a plan to improve them.
Practice a lot and try to solve as many questions as you can.
Stay updated on current events and general knowledge.
Believe in yourself and your abilities.
Stay calm and composed during the interview.
Showcase your personality and skills.
Get enough sleep and take breaks.
Stay positive and optimistic.
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Background
I come from a small town in Rajasthan, and my journey to becoming a UPSC topper was not an easy one. I had to work hard and stay focused to achieve my goal. I was born and brought up in Barmer, a district in western Rajasthan. My family has always been supportive of my education, and I am grateful for their encouragement.
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Essay Copy
115 Marks
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GS1 Copy
81 Marks
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GS2 Copy
117 Marks
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GS3 Copy
81 Marks
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GS4 Copy
109 Marks
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Chemistry Paper
160 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Mohan Lal's UPSC rank?
Mohan Lal secured AIR 53 in UPSC CSE 2023.
What was the optional subject?
Mohan chose Chemistry as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Mohan scored 190 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Mohan obtained a total of 1006 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?
Mohan shared 8 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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