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UPSC 2022PSIRInterview 160
Tarun Bansal UPSC AIR 204 (2022)
Tarun Bansal is a UPSC topper from Delhi, who graduated from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology with a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering. He secured rank 204 in the CSE 2022 exam and has shared his journey and strategy with aspirants through various interviews and talks.
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Performance Breakdown
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Final Scores
Essay123
Written820
Interview160
Total980
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Stay focused and motivated to achieve your goals.
Seek help from teachers and mentors to improve your performance.
Review notes and previous year's papers regularly to stay updated.
Practice self-care and take breaks to avoid burnout.
Be prepared for any question that might be asked in the interview.
Never give up on your dreams, even when faced with challenges.
Stay true to yourself and be confident in your abilities.
Use a structured study plan to stay organized and on track.
Take mock tests and practice previous year's papers to get a sense of the exam pattern.
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Background
I come from a middle-class family in Delhi, and my parents always encouraged me to pursue my dreams. I was fascinated by the idea of civil services from a young age, and I knew that I wanted to make a difference in the country. I graduated from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology with a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering.
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123 Marks
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99 Marks
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103 Marks
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96 Marks
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110 Marks
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PSIR Paper
146 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Tarun Bansal's UPSC rank?
Tarun Bansal secured AIR 204 in UPSC CSE 2022.
What was the optional subject?
Tarun chose PSIR as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Tarun scored 160 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Tarun obtained a total of 980 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?
Tarun shared 9 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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