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“We were four siblings and making ends meet with my father’s salary was not at all easy. I studied in a school that was around 15 km away from my home and travelled everyday by various modes; which included walking.”

In his third attempt, he not only clinched an All India Rank of 15 but also managed to get the highest marks (206 out of 275) in the interview.

“While making notes, keep in mind that this is what you will come back to closer to the examination. So remember to be concise, and jot down all relevant information. Making copious notes might not serve the purpose during the days just before the examination.”

While most coaching institutes charge anywhere between Rs 50,000 to Rs 2 lakhs, the most expensive package of LSES is for Rs 7999 and includes access to all content that they create.

For the General Studies Paper Khan relied heavily on two newspapers –The Hindu and The Indian Express. “Normally, aspirants make notes of various news items in notebooks but I made notes on sheets of paper.”

India's second woman #IPS officer after Kiran Bedi, Kanchan Chaudhary Bhattacharya set the bar by thriving in a male-dominated profession, becoming a icon for an entire generation of Indian women. #RIP #Respect #FirstWomen

“Despite Commissioner Mahesh Bhagwat Sir’s busy schedule, he would share articles every day, frame questions and write model answers,” said one mentee.

“During my college years, I spent a lot of time reading topper interviews and watching videos in which the toppers would share their strategy and tips. I saw that a majority of them had read these newspapers and referred to these magazines. I also made a consolidated list of books that were commonly used and referred to them while studying.”

"In the break, I was being given IV drips in my car," says Sharma, who didn't even avail the special reservation for her disability. She bagged AIR 9! #UPSCSimplified #TopperTalk

Just a week before he appeared for his Prelims, Saurabh Bhawania became a father. He did not miss his son’s vaccination and special moments nor did he compromise on his studies. Here’ how he cracked UPSC!