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UPSC Mains 2024 · All India Rank 87

Abhishek Anjani Singh — AIR 87, UPSC CSE 2024

Official UPSC marksWritten 773Interview 215Final 988
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✦ Strategy & Learnings

How Abhishek Anjani Singh Cracked the UPSC

Preparation approach, subject-wise strategy, and interview mindset - compiled from public interviews and coaching-institute features.

ⓘ AI-generated from Abhishek Anjani Singh's public interviews & coaching-institute features - not written or reviewed by them.
4th
Attempt that worked
AIR 87
UPSC CSE 2024 Rank
298
Anthropology Optional Score
6 months
Dedicated answer writing practice
2021-2023
Attempts 1-3 - Failed
Faced multiple health issues and academic rejection during these initial attempts.
2024
Attempt 4 - AIR 87
Switched optional to Anthropology and utilized structured mentorship to secure a top-100 rank.
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Preparation Strategy

Methodical approach to syllabus and resources

Abhishek emphasizes a disciplined, syllabus-centric approach to preparation.

Standard Sources
Focus on standard books and stay strictly aligned with the UPSC syllabus.
PYQ Analysis
Track Previous Year Questions (PYQs) religiously to understand the exam's specific demands.
Answer Writing
Dedicated six months to daily answer writing, which he credits for building both confidence and precision.
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Optional Subject Shift

The move to Anthropology

Switching from Civil Engineering to Anthropology was a pivotal decision for his final result.

Strategic Risk
Recognizing that his previous optional wasn't yielding high scores, he made a calculated shift to Anthropology.
Score Impact
Scoring 298 in the optional paper was a major factor in his successful rank.
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Mental Resilience

Handling the pressure of the journey

Abhishek highlights the importance of mental health and staying grounded during the long preparation process.

Vipassana Meditation
Credits meditation for helping him stay mentally centered during periods of health issues and personal challenges.
Identity Management
Advises aspirants to give the exam their all but warns against attaching their entire identity to the outcome.
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Interview Approach

Preparing for the personality test

The interview phase was managed through structured mock sessions and a focus on clarity.

Structured Mentorship
Used mock interview sessions to polish responses and maintain a calm, clear-headed demeanor.
Authenticity
Maintained a grounded and humble approach, reflecting his background as a student from Jaunpur.

“UPSC is not just an exam; it’s a transformative experience. Embracing the process made me a better person, not just a better aspirant.”

“Prepare for civil services for the sake of knowledge, for the sake of understanding this field. Do not focus on whether I would get selected or not.”

— on what he'd tell a beginner

🎯 If You're Starting Out

  • Prioritize consistency and hard work over short-term results to navigate the difficult phases of preparation.
  • Treat the UPSC syllabus as a field of study to be understood, rather than just a set of topics to be memorized.
  • Do not let the fear of failure or the pressure of 'first attempt' success create unnecessary anxiety.
  • Know when to step back, breathe, and reflect to maintain your mental well-being.
Where this came fromBiography and marks corroborated across multiple coaching-institute profiles; strategy details drawn from three interview and strategy videos.
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