Zoology Optional — UPSC Toppers List & Analysis
Complete list of UPSC CSE toppers who chose Zoology as their optional subject. View marks breakdown, average performance, rank distribution, and preparation strategies.2 top rankers from recent years (2022-2024) selected Zoology and secured excellent ranks.
Total Toppers
2
Average Rank
AIR 385
Best Rank
AIR 4
Avg Optional Marks
264
All Toppers with Zoology Optional
| Rank | Name | Year | Optional Marks | Total Marks | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR 4 | Smriti Mishra | 2022 | 281/500 | 629 | View Strategy |
| AIR 765 | Komal Meena | 2022 | 247/500 | 925 | View Strategy |
Key Insights for Zoology Optional
Success Rate
2 toppers from recent UPSC batches chose Zoology, with an average rank of AIR 385. The best performer secured AIR 4 in 2022.
Optional Marks Performance
Toppers with Zoology scored an average of 264 marks out of 500 in optional papers. The highest marks recorded were 281.
Why Choose Zoology?
The success of these toppers shows that Zoology is a viable optional choice for UPSC aspirants. Explore individual topper profiles to understand their preparation strategies, study materials, and answer writing approaches specific to Zoology.