AIR 514 · 2022 · Geography
AIR
514
Total
948
Year
2022
Dr. Shivin Chaudhary is a UPSC topper who secured AIR 297 in 2022. He is an ex-IRS officer and has extensive experience in guiding students for the UPSC exam. He is known for his clarity and expertise in Geography and has developed various resources and courses to help students prepare for the exam.
Verified marks breakdown — sourced from UPSC.gov.in
| GS1 | 96 |
| GS2 | 114 |
| GS3 | 84 |
| GS4 (Ethics) | 84 |
| Essay | 118 |
| Geography P1 | 152 |
| Geography P2 | 127 |
| Written Total | 775 |
| Interview | 173 |
| Total | 948 |
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I come from a small town in Uttar Pradesh and English was not my first language. But I was determined to crack the UPSC exam and make a career in the civil services. I started preparing for the exam while I was still in college and worked hard to develop a strong foundation in the subjects.
My study plan was quite rigorous and I used to study for around 8-10 hours a day. I would start my day early and begin with a review of the previous day's notes. Then I would move on to my scheduled subjects and try to complete all my assignments and readings. I also used to take regular breaks to refresh my mind and avoid burnout.
One of the biggest challenges I faced during my preparation was the lack of resources and guidance. I had to rely on online materials and self-study, which was not easy. I also had to deal with self-doubt and fear of failure, which was a constant companion during my preparation.
To overcome these challenges, I developed a few strategies that worked for me. Firstly, I focused on building a strong foundation in the subjects by revising the basics and learning new concepts. I also used to practice a lot of questions and past year papers to get a feel of the exam pattern and difficulty level.
My interview experience was quite challenging, but I was well-prepared for it. I had practiced a lot of mock interviews and had developed a good understanding of the types of questions that were asked. I also had a clear idea of my strengths and weaknesses and was able to articulate them confidently.
I was able to secure AIR 297 in the UPSC exam and it was a dream come true for me. I was overjoyed and relieved at the same time. I had worked hard for this moment and it was a testament to my dedication and perseverance.
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My journey to becoming a UPSC topper was not easy, but it was worth it. I learned a lot of valuable lessons during my preparation and was able to develop a strong foundation in the subjects. I hope that my story will inspire and motivate others to pursue their dreams and work hard to achieve them.
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shivin iAS opted for Geography as their UPSC optional subject and scored 279 marks across both papers. Geography is a popular choice among UPSC toppers and has produced consistent results. View more Geography toppers on the optional page.
shivin iAS scored highest in Essay with 118 marks. This was 4 marks ahead of their next best paper, GS2 (114 marks). Their total score was 948 in UPSC CSE 2022.
shivin iAS's daily study routine is detailed in their preparation strategy section. Most UPSC toppers maintain 6-8 hours of focused study, with variations based on work status and personal circumstances. shivin iAS's specific schedule is covered above.
shivin iAS secured AIR 514 in UPSC CSE 2022. The number of attempts and their preparation journey is covered in the strategy section above, including how they improved across attempts.
shivin iAS's coaching and test series details are covered in the preparation strategy section above. Many UPSC toppers rely on a combination of self-study, coaching, and mock test series for answer writing practice.
AIR 514 in UPSC CSE 2022.
Geography.
948 marks out of 2025.
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