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AIR 204 · 2022 · PSIR
AIR
204
Total
980
Year
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.
Verified marks breakdown — sourced from UPSC.gov.in
| GS1 | 99 |
| GS2 | 103 |
| GS3 | 96 |
| GS4 (Ethics) | 110 |
| Essay | 123 |
| PSIR P1 | 146 |
| PSIR P2 | 143 |
| Written Total | 820 |
| Interview | 160 |
| Total | 980 |
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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.
My study plan was quite rigorous, and I used to study for around 10-12 hours a day. I started preparing for the exam 2 years before the actual date, and I made sure to cover all the topics thoroughly. I used to take mock tests and practice previous year's papers to get a sense of the exam pattern.
One of the biggest challenges I faced was staying motivated and focused. There were times when I felt like giving up, but I pushed myself to keep going. I also faced challenges in understanding certain topics, but I made sure to seek help from my teachers and mentors.
My interview experience was quite smooth, and I was able to answer all the questions confidently. I made sure to be myself and not try to be someone I'm not. I also made sure to be prepared for any question that might be asked.
Securing rank 204 in the CSE 2022 exam was a dream come true for me. It was a result of my hard work and dedication, and I feel proud of myself. I would advise all aspirants to stay focused and motivated, and to never give up on their dreams.
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Securing rank 204 in the CSE 2022 exam was a dream come true for me. It was a result of my hard work and dedication, and I feel proud of myself. I would advise all aspirants to stay focused and motivated, and to never give up on their dreams.
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Tarun Bansal opted for PSIR as their UPSC optional subject and scored 289 marks across both papers. PSIR is a popular choice among UPSC toppers and has produced consistent results. View more PSIR toppers on the optional page.
Tarun Bansal scored highest in Essay with 123 marks. This was 13 marks ahead of their next best paper, GS4 (110 marks). Their total score was 980 in UPSC CSE 2022.
Tarun Bansal'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. Tarun Bansal's specific schedule is covered above.
Tarun Bansal secured AIR 204 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.
Tarun Bansal'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 204 in UPSC CSE 2022.
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