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UPSC 2022Electrical EngineeringInterview 180
Rahul Shrivastava UPSC AIR 10 (2022)
Rahul Srivastava is a UPSC CSE 2022 topper who secured AIR 10. He pursued a self-guided study approach without relying on coaching. Rahul emphasizes the importance of smart work in preparing for competitive exams. He was born in Patna and is currently a student of Vajiram & Ravi.
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Essay Strategy
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GS1 Insights
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GS2 Insights
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Electrical Engineering Notes
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Marks Intelligence
Performance Breakdown
Structured marks analysis across General Studies, optional subject papers, essay, and personality test.
Optional Subject
Subject
Electrical Engineering
Final Scores
Essay142
Written464
Interview180
Total644
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Create a robust study plan and stick to it
Stay motivated and focused throughout your preparation
Use rewards to motivate yourself and take breaks to relax
Stay calm and composed during the interview
Believe in yourself and your abilities
Work hard and stay committed to your goals
Learn from your mistakes and don't be afraid to ask for help
Use a study timetable based on the UPSC syllabus
Reward yourself after completing a certain task or reaching a milestone
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Preparation Strategy
Background
I come from a family of modest means, and my parents always encouraged me to pursue my dreams. I was born in Patna and grew up in a small town in Bihar. My father is a retired banker, and my mother is a homemaker. I completed my class 10 from St. Karen's and 12th from DAV.
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Essay Copy
142 Marks
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GS1 Copy
116 Marks
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GS2 Copy
132 Marks
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GS3 Copy
91 Marks
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GS4 Copy
125 Marks
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Electrical Engineering Paper
139 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Rahul Shrivastava's UPSC rank?
Rahul Shrivastava secured AIR 10 in UPSC CSE 2022.
What was the optional subject?
Rahul chose Electrical Engineering as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Rahul scored 180 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Rahul obtained a total of 644 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?
Rahul shared 9 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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