AIR
457
Total Marks
954
Shivam is a UPSC rank holder who secured the 457th rank in 2024 without any coaching. Born to a taxi driver, he is an inspiration to many with his determination and grit. He has also shared his success story and strategies with various platforms and communities.
Written
774
Essay
120
Interview
180
Total
954
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Marks Intelligence
Structured marks analysis across General Studies, optional subject papers, essay, and personality test.
Subject
Philosophy
Key Learnings
Identify your weak areas and work on improving them
Create a study schedule and stick to it
Join a test series to improve your time management skills
Stay motivated by setting small goals and rewarding yourself
Learn from your failures and use them as an opportunity to improve
Focus on your knowledge and skills, rather than just memorizing facts
Practice consistently and stay updated with current events
Develop a growth mindset and be open to learning and improvement
Take care of your physical and mental health during your preparation
Stay positive and confident, and believe in yourself
Strategy Archive
I come from a humble background, and my father is a taxi driver. Growing up, I was always fascinated by the world of governance and administration. I pursued my passion for studying and secured an M.Tech degree from IIT Dhanbad. However, I didn't stop there. I knew that I wanted to make a career in the civil services, and I was determined to crack the UPSC exams.
Resource Archive
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120 Marks
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87 Marks
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107 Marks
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89 Marks
Structured topper resource archive and answer writing material.
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122 Marks
Structured topper resource archive and answer writing material.
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124 Marks
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FAQ
Shivam secured AIR 457 in UPSC CSE 2023.
Shivam chose Philosophy as the optional subject.
Shivam scored 180 marks in the UPSC personality test.
Shivam obtained a total of 954 marks in UPSC CSE 2023.
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Shivam shared 10 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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