Yash PalSingh

AIR

399

Total Marks

961

UPSC 2022GeographyInterview 170

Yash PalSingh UPSC AIR 399 (2022)

Yash Pal Singh is a UPSC topper who secured AIR 399 in 2022. He has shared his exam journey and preparation strategies through various interviews and articles. Singh's background is in Biological Sciences and he has worked as a consultant before taking the UPSC exam.

Written

791

Essay

116

Interview

170

Total

961

Available Resources

Resource Intent

Essay Strategy

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Marks Intelligence

Performance Breakdown

General Studies

GS1111
GS2102
GS388
GS4122

Optional Subject

Subject

Geography

Paper 1120
Paper 2132

Final Scores

Essay116
Written791
Interview170
Total961

Key Learnings

Preparation Patterns & Insights

Stay motivated and focused on your goals.

Create a support system of friends and family.

Practice mindfulness and meditation to manage stress.

Break down your study material into smaller chunks.

Stay updated on current events and news.

Believe in yourself and your abilities.

Learn from your failures and setbacks.

Keep pushing forward, even when the going gets tough.

Strategy Archive

Preparation Strategy

Background

I come from a family of army officers, and my father was a Sub Major. I completed my integrated BSc-MSc in Biological Sciences from IISER Mohali in 2016. After that, I struggled with unemployment, health issues, finances, and a lack of direction. I worked as a consultant for a while, but I knew I wanted to make a career change.

Resource Archive

Answer Copies & Resources

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Essay Copy

116 Marks

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GS1 Copy

111 Marks

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GS2 Copy

102 Marks

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GS3 Copy

88 Marks

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GS4 Copy

122 Marks

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Geography Paper

120 Marks

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Yash PalSingh's UPSC rank?

Yash PalSingh secured AIR 399 in UPSC CSE 2022.

What was the optional subject?

Yash chose Geography as the optional subject.

What were the interview marks?

Yash scored 170 marks in the UPSC personality test.

What were the total marks?

Yash obtained a total of 961 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?

Yash shared 8 key insights — see the Key Learnings section.

Explore Hub

Geography Hub

Strategies, toppers, and curated resources for Geography.

Study Guide

Geography Preparation Strategy

A concise subject guide to help aspirants plan their preparation.