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Discover the UPSC Topper List, their achievements, marks analysis, and preparation strategies. Learn from their success to ace the exam.
The Union Public Service commission organises the Civil Services Exam (UPSC CSE) every year. The candidates who get selected get to serve the nation at administrative posts of the various government departments and many other Group A services.
Candidates who score highest marks after clearing all the levels of this exam declared as UPSC Topper and entitled to join All India Services which are (IAS: Indian Administrative Service, IPS:Indian Police Service), IFoS: Indian Forest Services).
In this article we will discuss the process to become UPSC Topper and analyze the marks scored by UPSC toppers over the years but before proceeding further let’s know about this exam UPSC CSE for clarity.
Structure & Stages of UPSC CSE Exam: Prelims, Mains, InterviewUPSC CSE Exam Pattern: Prelims, Mains, and Interview Structure
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| Year | Name | Home State | Optional Subject | Service |
| 2022 | Ishita Kishore | Delhi | Political Science and International Relation | IAS |
| 2021 | Shruti Sharma | Uttar Pradesh | History | IAS |
| 2020 | Shubham Kumar | Bihar | Anthropology | IAS |
| 2019 | Pradeep Singh | Haryana | Public Administration | IAS |
| 2018 | Kanishka Kataria | Rajasthan | Mathematics | IAS |
| 2017 | Anudeep Durishetty | Telangana | Anthropology | IAS |
| 2016 | Nandini K.R. | Karnataka | Kannada Literature | IAS |
| 2015 | Ira Singhal | Delhi | Geography | IAS |
| 2014 | Gaurav Agrawal | Rajasthan | Economics | IAS |
| 2013 | Haritha V Kumar | Kerala | Economics and Malayalam Literature | IAS |
Here we are going to put UPSC Topper List from 2014 till date with the marks he/she scored in mains and interview stage so that aspiring candidates get an idea of marks to become next topper in UPSC CSE exam.
| Topper | Total Mains Marks | Interview marks | Total Marks | Percentage of Marks Obtained |
| Ishita Kishore (2022) | 901 | 193 | 1094 | 54.02 |
| Shruti Sharma (2021) | 932 | 173 | 1105 | 54.56 |
| Shubham Kumar (2020) | 878 | 176 | 1054 | 52.04 |
| Pradeep Kumar (2019) | 914 | 158 | 1072 | 52.93 |
| Kanishak Kataria (2018) | 942 | 179 | 1121 | 55.35 |
| Anupeep Durishetty (2017) | 950 | 176 | 1126 | 55.65 |
| Nandini KR (2016) | 927 | 193 | 1120 | 55.38 |
| Tina Dabi (2015) | 868 | 175 | 1063 | 52.49 |
| Ira Singhal (2014) | 920 | 162 | 1082 | 53.43 |
| Gaurav Agawrwal (2013) | 769 | 206 | 975 | 48.14 |
| Haritha Kumar | 1013 | 180 | 1193 | 58.91 |
| Topper | Essay Marks | GS I Marks | GS II Marks | GS III Marks | GS IV Marks |
| Ishita Kishore (2022) | 137 | 121 | 130 | 88 | 112 |
| Shruti Sharma (2021) | 132 | 119 | 128 | 108 | 139 |
| Shubham Kumar (2020) | 134 | 115 | 111 | 92 | 106 |
| Pradeep Kumar (2019) | 140 | 108 | 115 | 101 | 157 |
| Kanishak Kataria (2018) | 133 | 98 | 117 | 117 | 116 |
| Anupeep Durishetty (2017) | 155 | 123 | 123 | 136 | 95 |
| Nandini KR (2016) | 142 | 131 | 103 | 116 | 104 |
| Tina Dabi (2015) | 145 | 119 | 84 | 111 | 110 |
| Ira Singhal (2014) | 160 | 103 | 122 | 95 | 135 |
| Gaurav Agawrwal (2013) | 135 | 85 | 63 | 88 | 102 |
| Topper | Optional Subject | Optional Paper-I Marks | Optional Paper II Marks |
| Ishita Kishore (2022) | Political Science and IR | 147 | 166 |
| Shruti Sharma (2021) | History | 150 | 156 |
| Shubham Kumar (2020) | Anthropology | 170 | 150 |
| Pradeep Kumar (2019) | Public Administration | 148 | 145 |
| Kanishak Kataria (2018) | Mathematics | 170 | 191 |
| Anupeep Durishetty (2017) | Anthropology | 171 | 147 |
| Nandini KR (2016) | Kannada Literature | 164 | 167 |
| Tina Dabi (2015) | Political Science and IR | 128 | 171 |
| Ira Singhal (2014) | Geography | 168 | 137 |
| Gaurav Agawrwal (2013) | History | 134 | 162 |
From the above article it is quite clear that UPSC toppers, empowered with several qualities like good academic strength, analytical prowess, and leadership skills, play a pivotal role in shaping policies and executing good governance. The inspiring stories of candidates like Pranjal Patil’s, underscore the resilience required for success. Dedication, effective time management, and adherence to ethical values stand out as key elements in their preparation. Apart from personal achievements, these toppers become role models, influencing aspiring civil servants and contributing substantially to the nation’s development through adept governance and policy implementation. Their enduring impact underscores the crucial role of UPSC exams in molding India’s leadership and advancement.
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