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2026
UPSC 2022PSIRInterview 195
Shivam Yadav UPSC AIR 21 (2022)
Shivam Yadav secured Rank 21 in UPSC Civil Services Examination, 2022, in his very first attempt with PSIR optional.
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Performance Breakdown
Structured marks analysis across General Studies, optional subject papers, essay, and personality test.
Final Scores
Essay135
Written834
Interview195
Total1029
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Focus on building a strong foundation
Think critically and provide well-reasoned answers
Be confident and articulate in your responses
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Preparation Strategy
Background
- Practice writing answers: I practiced writing answers to questions, which helped me to improve my writing skills and think on my feet.
- Stay consistent: I made sure to study consistently, even when I didn't feel like it.
- Seek help when needed: I didn't hesitate to seek help when I needed it, whether it was from my friends, family, or online resources.
- Stay positive: I tried to stay positive and focused, even when I faced setbacks or self-doubt.
\n\n### Interview Experience\n\nMy interview experience was quite challenging. I had to answer a lot of questions, and I had to think on my feet. I had to be confident and articulate in my responses. I was asked a lot of questions about current events, and I had to be able to think critically and provide well-reasoned answers.
\n\n### Success\n\nI was thrilled when I found out that I had secured Rank 21 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, 2022. It was a dream come true, and I was grateful for all the hard work and dedication that had gone into achieving it. I realized that my success was not just about me, but also about the people who had supported me along the way.
Interview Preparation
- Practice writing answers: I practiced writing answers to questions, which helped me to improve my writing skills and think on my feet.
- Stay consistent: I made sure to study consistently, even when I didn't feel like it.
- Seek help when needed: I didn't hesitate to seek help when I needed it, whether it was from my friends, family, or online resources.
- Stay positive: I tried to stay positive and focused, even when I faced setbacks or self-doubt.
\n\n### Interview Experience\n\nMy interview experience was quite challenging. I had to answer a lot of questions, and I had to think on my feet. I had to be confident and articulate in my responses. I was asked a lot of questions about current events, and I had to be able to think critically and provide well-reasoned answers.
\n\n### Success\n\nI was thrilled when I found out that I had secured Rank 21 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, 2022. It was a dream come true, and I was grateful for all the hard work and dedication that had gone into achieving it. I realized that my success was not just about me, but also about the people who had supported me along the way.
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Essay Copy
135 Marks
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108 Marks
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GS2 Copy
116 Marks
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GS3 Copy
87 Marks
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108 Marks
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132 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Shivam Yadav's UPSC rank?
Shivam Yadav secured AIR 21 in UPSC CSE 2022.
What was the optional subject?
Shivam chose PSIR as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Shivam scored 195 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Shivam obtained a total of 1029 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?
Shivam shared 7 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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