Monika Srivastava

AIR

455

Total Marks

954

UPSC 2023EconomicsInterview 171

Monika Srivastava UPSC AIR 455 (2023)

Monika Srivastava is a UPSC CSE 2023 topper who secured AIR 455. She is a resident of Aurangabad, Bihar, and holds a degree from IIT Guwahati. Her journey to success was marked by determination and innovative strategies, including leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT. She has also cleared the BPSC exam with a rank of 66th.

Written

783

Essay

105

Interview

171

Total

954

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Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS193
GS2125
GS395
GS4116

Optional Subject

Subject

Economics

Paper 11006
Paper 2143

Final Scores

Essay105
Written783
Interview171
Total954

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Set clear goals and priorities to stay focused and motivated

Create a daily routine that works for you and stick to it

Break down study material into smaller chunks for easier retention

Review notes regularly to identify areas for improvement

Leverage AI tools to supplement your learning and stay up-to-date

Stay calm and composed during the interview to showcase your skills

Be open to feedback and self-reflection to grow and improve

Persevere through challenges and setbacks to achieve success

Stay adaptable and open to new ideas to stay ahead of the curve

Celebrate your successes, no matter how small they may seem

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Preparation Strategy

Background

I was born in a small town of Aurangabad, Bihar. Growing up, I was always fascinated by the world of civil services and the impact it can have on society. My motivation for UPSC came during COVID, and I started preparing along with my job after 2021. Since I wasn't able to qualify the preliminary exams, I had to re-strategize my approach.

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Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

105 Marks

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GS1 Copy

93 Marks

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GS2 Copy

125 Marks

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GS3 Copy

95 Marks

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GS4 Copy

116 Marks

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Economics Paper

1006 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Monika Srivastava's UPSC rank?

Monika Srivastava secured AIR 455 in UPSC CSE 2023.

What was the optional subject?

Monika chose Economics as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Monika scored 171 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Monika obtained a total of 954 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?

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

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