Is Shivam an IAS officer?

Yes, Shivam cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2023 with All India Rank 457. After completing the training at LBSNAA, Shivam would be allocated to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or another All India Service based on rank and preference.

What was Shivam 's optional subject?

Shivam chose Philosophy as their optional subject for UPSC CSE 2023. They scored 249 marks in total (Paper I: 124, Paper II: 125).

How many attempts did Shivam take?

Shivam secured AIR 457 in UPSC CSE 2023. For detailed information about their number of attempts and background, please refer to their preparation strategy section above.

What were Shivam 's essay marks?

Shivam 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 Shivam 's answer copies?

Shivam '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.

Back to Toppers List

Shivam

🏆 AIR 457UPSC CSE 2023

Total

954

Written

774

Interview

180

Optional

Philosophy

Paper	Marks
Essay	120
GS Paper 1	87
GS Paper 2	107
GS Paper 3	89
GS Paper 4	122
Philosophy I	124
Philosophy II	125

Key Preparation Insights

✓**Focus on your weak areas**: Identify your weak areas and work on improving them. This will help you to build a strong foundation and increase your chances of success.
✓**Create a study schedule**: Plan out your study schedule in advance and stick to it. This will help you to stay organized and focused.
✓**Join a test series**: Joining a test series can help you to get a feel of the actual exam and improve your time management skills.
✓**Stay motivated**: Stay motivated by setting small goals and rewarding yourself when you achieve them.
✓**Determination**: You need to be determined and committed to your goal. Don't give up, even when things get tough.
✓**Hard work**: You need to put in a lot of hard work and dedication to succeed in the UPSC exams. Create a study schedule and stick to it.

Explore Shivam's UPSC Journey

View Answer Copies

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

Marks Breakdown

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

Preparation Strategy

Complete preparation blueprint: subject-wise approach, resources, time management, and revision plan.

Compare with Top Rankers

Performance comparison with other top rankers from UPSC CSE 2023.

Practice Answer Writing Like Shivam

Improve your answer quality by learning from top rankers. Get access to structured answer writing courses, essay frameworks, and GS writing techniques.

Explore Premium Resources

Other Top Rankers from UPSC 2023

Related Toppers

Ishita Kishore

AIR 1 (2022)

Garima Lohia

AIR 2 (2022)

UMA Harathi

AIR 3 (2022)

📋 Editorial Note

All marks, strategy information, and preparation insights on this page are compiled from publicly available UPSC disclosures, verified topper interviews, news reports, and documented preparation strategies. Reconstructed answer patterns are based on analysis of verified topper approaches and interview insights, clearly labeled as such. Airlist.in does not claim any official association with UPSC or individual toppers. While we strive for accuracy, aspirants should cross-verify critical information from official UPSC sources.

Premium UPSC Resources

Get comprehensive notes, strategy guides, and essay templates curated from toppers.

Browse Store