Saumya Mishra

AIR

18

Total Marks

184

UPSC 2024Optional SubjectInterview 184

Saumya Mishra UPSC AIR 18 (2024)

Saumya Mishra, a civil servant and UPSC IAS 2024 topper, secured AIR 18 in the UPSC IAS Civil Services Examination. She served as a Sub-Divisional Magistrate in Mirzapur and is now an Assistant Director in the Indian Statistical Service. Mishra has shared her experiences and strategies for preparing for the UPSC CSE 2024 exam, including her study plan, challenges, and interview experience.

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833

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Interview

184

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184

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GS20
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GS40

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Written833
Interview184
Total184

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Create a realistic study plan and stick to it

Practice a lot of mocks to get a feel for the exam pattern and timing

Focus on understanding the concepts rather than just memorizing the facts

Be confident and articulate in your responses

Stay focused and motivated throughout the preparation process

Believe in yourself and your abilities

Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it

Prioritize your studies and stick to your plan

Read the questions carefully and answer them to the best of your ability

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Background

I still remember the day I decided to take the UPSC CSE exam. I was working as a Sub-Divisional Magistrate in Mirzapur, and I had always been fascinated by the idea of serving the nation through the civil services. I had heard stories about the exam's difficulty and the long hours of preparation required, but I was determined to give it a try.

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What was Saumya Mishra's UPSC rank?

Saumya Mishra secured AIR 18 in UPSC CSE 2024.

What was the optional subject?

Saumya chose Optional Subject as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Saumya scored 184 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Saumya obtained a total of 184 marks in UPSC CSE 2024.

Are the topper's answer copies available?

No public answer copies are available for this profile.

Are there any quick takeaways from their preparation?

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

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