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Anudeep Durishetty (AIR 1, CSE2017)
These are brilliant copies from Anudeep Durishetty. His style of answer writing is something that you should learn from in order to improve your own.
Things to note in these copies:
- Structure of answers.
- Neatness of presentation.
- Use of diagrams.
- Short and precise language.
If you can add these to your answers - you stand to gain a lot.
Shreyans Kumat (AIR 4, CSE2018)
Some of the best notes for Post Independence history and World History. Can be used for GS1 prep during Mains. These are also great examples of how to make notes!
Things to notice:
- Structure of information in the notes.
- Multiple causal factors mentioned instead of events.
Abhijeet Yadav (AIR 654, CSE2017)
Sociology detailed booklist.
Garima Lohia (AIR 2, CSE2022)
Garima Lohia secured the second rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2022. She is an inspiration to many aspirants who are preparing for the UPSC CSE. Garima's preparation strategy was comprehensive, ensuring a deep understanding of the syllabus for UPSC.
She uploaded notes on Art and Culture. To check them out, click here.
Shreya Shree (AIR 71, CSE2021)
Shreya Shree, who attained an All India Rank (AIR) of 71 in the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2021, stands out as a notable figure in the Indian civil services community. As an alumna of IIT Kanpur, her success in the UPSC exams stands as a testament to her dedication and strategic approach to preparation.
The wide acceptance and appreciation of her notes and resources within the UPSC community underscore her unwavering commitment to assisting others in achieving their goals in the civil services exams.
To Access ma'ams GS4 and International Economics Notes, click here.
Aishwarya Verma (AIR 4, CSE2021)
Aishwarya Verma bagged the fourth all-India rank in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2021 by scoring 1039 marks out of 2025. He comes from a middle-class background and his father works in the banking sector.
In his fourth attempt, He took Vision-GS and Abhyas, SOMP hurricane batch for the Mains Test series. His primary source for current affairs and value addition was the newspaper, Vision PT and Mains 365 booklets (selectively), and Sunya ias value addition material.
To Access his GS4 and Economy Notes, click here.
Shruti Sharma (AIR 1, CSE2021)
Shruti Sharma is the All India Rank 1 holder in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2021. She is a resident of Bijnor district in Uttar Pradesh and an alumnus of St. Stephens College and Jawaharlal Nehru University. She pursued History Honours in her graduation. Her preparation strategy focused on syllabus-oriented study rather than counting hours.
Details about the Coaching she attended and the Test Series she took are given below.
During graduation: Vajiram and Ravi classroom classes and Byjus tablet
After Graduation: Jamia Residential Coaching Academy for an amicable study environment, peer group, and group study.
To download World History and Security and Governance Notes, click here.
Pradeep Singh (AIR 1, CSE2019)
Pradeep Singh is an IAS officer who secured the first rank in the UPSC CSE 2019. He hails from Tewri village in Sonepat, Haryana, and completed his graduation in Computer Science Engineering. Pradeep relied on standard study materials, stressed a thorough understanding of current affairs, practiced answer writing, and regularly took mock tests to improve his exam-taking skills. Pradeep's strategy focused on time management, staying motivated, and targeting specific portions of the UPSC syllabus daily. Pradeep's inspiring journey and preparation strategy have been a source of motivation for UPSC aspirants.
To download World History and Disaster Management notes, click here.
Satyam Gandhi (AIR 10, CSE2020)
Satyam Gandhi, an IAS officer who secured 10th rank in the UPSC CSE 2020, is known for his exceptional study notes and answer sheets. He hails from Samastipur, Bihar, and chose to self-study, dedicating 12-13 hours per day to his preparation. Satyam prioritised general studies, relied on self-prepared notes, and took mock tests to identify his weaknesses. He also utilized online coaching platforms for assistance in the interview round. His inspiring story and preparation strategy have been a source of motivation for UPSC aspirants.
Details about the Coaching he attended and the Test Series he took are given below.
GS Classroom coaching:- Vajiram and Ravi
PSIR Optional:- No classroom coaching, only crash course at Shubhra Ranjan IAS
GS Mains test series:- Vision IAS
Essay test series:- Vision IAS
Ethics test series:- Lukman IAS
To Access GS2 and GS3 Notes, click here.
Mourya Bharadwaj (AIR 21, CSE2021)
Mourya Bharadwaj secured All India Rank (AIR) 21 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2021. He shared his journey and strategies for the exam, including his booklist, mains strategy, and anthropology optional strategy. He emphasized the importance of not giving up, avoiding discussing completed papers and taking care of food and sleep during the exam. Mourya Bharadwaj's success and insights can be valuable for future UPSC aspirants.
To read more about the strategy he followed and the coaching he joined, click here.
Kartikeya Jaiswal (AIR 35, CSE2021)
Kartikeya Jaiswal secured All India Rank (AIR) 35 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2021. He graduated from St. Stephen's College, Delhi, with a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Mathematics. Jaiswal's optional subject was also Mathematics. Jaiswal emphasizes the importance of consistency, self-belief, and hard work in achieving success in the UPSC exam. His insights and resources can be valuable for future UPSC aspirants, who can refer them to prepare their strategy.
Details about the test series he gave and the mock interviews he took are given below.
Mains Test Series: VisionIAS GS
Optional Test series: IMS Maths
Mock Interviews: Byju's, Chahal Academy-cum-Dikshant, KSG, Vajirao and Reddy, Unacademy, Vision, Rau's and Samkalp
Click here to access Ethics notes, Maths formula chart, and complex analysis notes.
Harshivani Singh (AIR 579, CSE2021)
Harshivani Singh from Orai, a small city in district Jalaun, U.P., has secured a 579 rank in the Civil Services Examination 2021. In his third attempt, he gave the first mains and first interview.
He completed his B. Tech in Electrical Engineering from HBTI Kanpur in 2018 and began preparing for UPSC after graduation, so the journey has been a long and arduous one.
To read about his journey, click here.
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