Sandeep Kumar

AIR

601

Total Marks

940

UPSC 2023MathematicsInterview 162

Sandeep Kumar UPSC AIR 601 (2023)

Sandeep Kumar is a UPSC topper who secured All India Rank 601 in 2023. He is a resident of Dumaria Block in Gaya, a highly Naxal-affected area. Sandeep has shared his inspiring journey from helping at his family's small grocery shop to securing All India Rank in the UPSC exam. He is a mathematics optional subject expert and has given tips and strategies for CSE preparation through his social media channels.

Written

778

Essay

101

Interview

162

Total

940

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Marks Intelligence

Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS189
GS2103
GS375
GS4105

Optional Subject

Subject

Mathematics

Paper 1157
Paper 2148

Final Scores

Essay101
Written778
Interview162
Total940

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Create a study plan and stick to it.

Use a combination of online and offline resources.

Practice, practice, practice.

Join a study group to discuss and learn from others.

Stay focused and motivated.

Believe in yourself.

Never give up.

Focus on building a strong foundation in mathematics and general studies.

Be prepared to face challenges and setbacks.

Strategy Archive

Preparation Strategy

Background

My name is Sandeep Kumar and I come from a small village in Bihar. Growing up, I was always fascinated by the stories of my grandfather, who was a government officer. He would tell me about the importance of public service and the impact it can have on people's lives. This sparked a fire within me, and I knew that I wanted to become a civil servant.

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Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

101 Marks

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GS1 Copy

89 Marks

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GS2 Copy

103 Marks

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GS3 Copy

75 Marks

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GS4 Copy

105 Marks

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Mathematics Paper

157 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Sandeep Kumar's UPSC rank?

Sandeep Kumar secured AIR 601 in UPSC CSE 2023.

What was the optional subject?

Sandeep chose Mathematics as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Sandeep scored 162 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Sandeep obtained a total of 940 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?

Sandeep shared 9 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.

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Mathematics Preparation Strategy

A concise subject guide to help aspirants plan their preparation.

Sandeep Kumar UPSC AIR 601 (2023)