Is Saloni Chhabra an IAS officer?

Yes, Saloni Chhabra cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2023 with All India Rank 29. After completing the training at LBSNAA, Saloni Chhabra would be allocated to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or another All India Service based on rank and preference.

What was Saloni Chhabra's optional subject?

Saloni Chhabra chose Sociology as their optional subject for UPSC CSE 2023. They scored 283 marks in total (Paper I: 138, Paper II: 145).

How many attempts did Saloni Chhabra take?

Saloni Chhabra secured AIR 29 in UPSC CSE 2023. For detailed information about their number of attempts and background, please refer to their preparation strategy section above.

What were Saloni Chhabra's essay marks?

Saloni Chhabra scored 120 marks in the Essay paper of UPSC CSE 2023. The essay paper carries 250 marks and requires writing two essays.

Can I download Saloni Chhabra's answer copies?

Saloni Chhabra's official UPSC answer copies are available on a dedicated page. You can view and download them from the Answer Copies page linked on this profile.

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Saloni Chhabra

🏆 AIR 29UPSC CSE 2023

Total

1018

Written

828

Interview

190

Optional

Sociology

Paper	Marks
Essay	120
GS Paper 1	100
GS Paper 2	114
GS Paper 3	99
GS Paper 4	112
Sociology I	138
Sociology II	145

Key Preparation Insights

✓I spent around 8-10 hours a day studying for the Preliminary Examination.
✓I followed a strict study schedule, with a focus on completing my notes and revising them regularly.
✓I also made sure to take breaks and engage in physical activities to maintain my physical and mental health.
✓**Self-doubt**: There were times when I felt like giving up, especially when I saw my friends and peers performing better than me.
✓**Lack of motivation**: I had to constantly motivate myself to stay on track and maintain my focus.
✓**Time management**: Managing my time effectively was a challenge, especially when I had to balance my studies with other responsibilities.

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Original UPSC Mains answer sheets for Essay, GS Papers 1-4, and Sociology optional.

Marks Breakdown

Paper-wise marks analysis with essay framework, GS performance, and Sociology strategy.

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