Shobhika Pathak

AIR

37

Total Marks

195

UPSC 2024SociologyInterview 195

Shobhika Pathak UPSC AIR 37 (2024)

Shobhika Pathak is a UPSC CSE 2024 topper who secured All India Rank 37. She pursued a Sociology optional subject and credits her success to a strategy grounded in self-discipline and consistent effort.\n\nShe has shared her experiences and strategies through various interviews and talks, emphasizing the importance of aligning notes with PYQ trends and creating one-pager notes for every topic.

Written

807

Essay

0

Interview

195

Total

195

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Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS10
GS20
GS30
GS40

Optional Subject

Subject

Sociology

Paper 10
Paper 20

Final Scores

Essay0
Written807
Interview195
Total195

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Align your notes with PYQ trends for efficient revision

Create one-pager notes for every topic to stay focused

Practice mock tests to identify weak areas and get a feel of the actual exam

Stay disciplined and motivated throughout your preparation

Don't be afraid to ask for help or guidance when needed

Stay calm and confident during the interview

Review and analyze your performance to improve for future exams

Make the most of your optional subject and focus on it thoroughly

Stay updated with current events and news to improve your general knowledge

Strategy Archive

Preparation Strategy

Background

  • 3 Months Before the Exam: I started practicing mock tests and previous year papers to get a feel of the actual exam.
  • 1 Month Before the Exam: I focused on revising my notes and practicing weak areas.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Shobhika Pathak's UPSC rank?

Shobhika Pathak secured AIR 37 in UPSC CSE 2024.

What was the optional subject?

Shobhika chose Sociology as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Shobhika scored 195 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Shobhika obtained a total of 195 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?

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

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