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UPSC Intelligence Archive
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UPSC 2023Civil EngineeringInterview 179
Vikas Yadav UPSC AIR 648 (2023)
Vikas Yadav is a UPSC topper from Jaipur who secured All India Rank 648 in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023. He has also cleared the UPPSC exam and is currently serving as a Deputy Collector. He has shared his experiences and strategies on various platforms, including YouTube and Instagram.
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Performance Breakdown
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Final Scores
Essay104
Written757
Interview179
Total936
Key Learnings
Preparation Patterns & Insights
Create a study plan and stick to it.
Clear your basics in subjects like history, geography, and economics.
Practice a lot of previous year papers and mock tests.
Stay motivated and remind yourself of your goal.
Take breaks and recharge your batteries.
Stay focused and avoid distractions.
Seek help if you're struggling with a particular subject or concept.
Believe in yourself and your abilities.
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Background
I come from a family of bureaucrats and was always drawn to the idea of serving the nation. I completed my engineering from IIT Kanpur and worked as an Oracle consultant before deciding to take the UPSC exam. I had a clear goal in mind - to become an IAS officer and make a difference in the lives of people.
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Essay Copy
104 Marks
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78 Marks
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GS2 Copy
103 Marks
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GS3 Copy
96 Marks
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GS4 Copy
111 Marks
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Civil Engineering Paper
148 Marks
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FAQ
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What was Vikas Yadav's UPSC rank?
Vikas Yadav secured AIR 648 in UPSC CSE 2023.
What was the optional subject?
Vikas chose Civil Engineering as the optional subject.
What were the interview marks?
Vikas scored 179 marks in the UPSC personality test.
What were the total marks?
Vikas obtained a total of 936 marks in UPSC CSE 2023.
Are the topper's answer copies available?
No public answer copies are available for this profile.
Are there any quick takeaways from their preparation?
Vikas shared 8 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.
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