{"id":2675,"date":"2025-04-25T21:19:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T15:49:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2675"},"modified":"2025-10-28T12:53:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:23:14","slug":"aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 \u2013 UPSC Topper 2025 Profile, Strategy &#038; Optional Subject"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/#Aakash_Garg_UPSC_AIR_5_Background\">Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 Background<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/#Why_did_Aakash_Garg_UPSC_AIR_5_choose_Sociology_as_Optional_Subject\">Why did Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 choose Sociology as Optional Subject?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/#Aakash_Gargs_UPSC_AIR_5_Preparation_Strategy\">Aakash Garg\u2019s UPSC AIR 5 Preparation Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/#Why_Aakash_Gargs_Journey_Matters\">Why Aakash Garg\u2019s Journey Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/#Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/aakash-garg-upsc-air-5-2024\/#Aakash_Garg_UPSC_Topper_2025_FAQs\">Aakash Garg UPSC Topper 2025 FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Garg has secured UPSC AIR 5 ranking in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-exam-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by getting <\/span><b>1032 total marks <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in UPSC final result 2024 with his exceptional performance and hard work.\u00a0 He has become an inspiration for thousands of aspirants across the country by coming in the topmost UPSC Topper List 2024. With his hard work, thorough understanding of syllabus, clear strategy, disciplined routine, and focused strategical Aakash Garg has proven that success in UPSC Exam 2024 needs a combination of hard work and smart planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aakash_Garg_UPSC_AIR_5_Background\"><\/span><b>Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 Background<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Garg has become known as one of the top achievers in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-final-result-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> securing the remarkable position All India Rank 5. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 outstanding performance with <\/span><b>831 marks in written test, 201 marks in personality test <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">round and <\/span><b>1032 marks in Final<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> UPSC Final Result 2024 is a result of his dedication, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strategic preparation, and strong academic roots.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Name: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Garg\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rank: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIR 5 \u2013 UPSC CSE 2025\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hometown: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delhi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Schooling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completed from CRPF Public School, Delhi (2018)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Educational Qualification:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Graduate in Computer Science Engineering, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT), Rohini, Delhi (Graduated in 2022)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Optional Subject: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sociology\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>UPSC Attempt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Second attempt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coaching<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Self-prepared with guidance from selected online\/offline resources\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Written Test Marks: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">831<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Personality Test: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">201<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>UPSC Final Result Score: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1032<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a strong academic foundation to excellent performance in the UPSC Mains and Interview rounds, <\/span><b>Aakash Garg\u2019s journey <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is proof that goals clarity and consistent effort can lead to top and visible results. His calmness during the Personality Test and depth knowledge of current affairs contributed remarkably to his high rank in UPSC Final Result 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also Read: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-final-result-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Final Result 2025<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_Aakash_Garg_UPSC_AIR_5_choose_Sociology_as_Optional_Subject\"><\/span><b>Why did Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 choose Sociology as Optional Subject?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless coming from a computer engineering background, Aakash Garg still chose <\/span><b>Sociology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as his optional subject, he made a decision rooted in his desire to understand society more deeply and contribute meaningfully to nation-building. For <\/span><b>Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the choice wasn&#8217;t about academic convenience, but about aligning his preparation with a broader vision of governance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s all about e-governance and the rise of Artificial Intelligence, he says.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emerging technologies like quantum computing and robotics will play a vital role in governance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 believes that the future of India\u2019s administration can be improved by seamless integration of technology with social understanding. His choice of Sociology reflects his commitment to addressing real societal issues with both empathy and innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-exam-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Exam 2024<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> journey serves as a reminder to aspirants: Choose an optional that reflects your interests and long-term vision\u2014not just your academic background.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-topper-list-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Topper List 2025<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aakash_Gargs_UPSC_AIR_5_Preparation_Strategy\"><\/span><b>Aakash Garg\u2019s UPSC AIR 5 Preparation Strategy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Aakash Garg&#8217;s UPSC journey <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">was supported by strong strategic preparation and conceptual clarity. To clear his CSE 2024 exam he follows quality over quantity approach for his <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-exam-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC exam 2024<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> preparation. Some key Highlights of His Civil Services Examination 2024 Strategy. His approach was structured, smart, and focused on mastering the syllabus through repeated revision and answer writing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash began by going through the entire Sociology optional syllabus multiple times to identify the static and dynamic parts. He kept a printed copy of the syllabus and aligned his notes and sources strictly to each topic.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He chose NCSRT and standard books and stuck with them instead of hopping between too many resources. His preferred sources included:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Paper 1<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0Sociology: Themes and Perspectives by Haralambos &amp; Holborn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sociology by Anthony Giddens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IGNOU BA Sociology Notes (selective)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Paper II:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0Indian Sociological Thought by N. Jayaram<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0Social Change in Modern India by M.N. Srinivas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newspapers and current affairs for dynamic topics<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash made his own short notes for every topic, especially thinkers, theories, and Indian sociologists. He regularly updated these notes with examples from current affairs, government reports, and editorials to enrich his answers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He practiced answer writing extensively\u2014starting with 2-3 answers a day and gradually increasing volume. Aakash joined a Sociology test series for peer review and expert feedback. He followed a structure of:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduction (definition or quote)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core content (with relevant examples and diagrams)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion (connecting with current relevance or constitutional values)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By choosing Sociology as an optional subject Aakash Garg AIR 5 gained an edge in GS Paper I, Paper II, and Essay Paper. He smartly used sociological theories to support arguments in his essays and GS answers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Aakash_Gargs_Journey_Matters\"><\/span><b>Why Aakash Garg\u2019s Journey Matters<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cracking the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-exam-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC exam 2024<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a major achievement and securing a position in the Top 10 All India Rank makes it even more commendable. Aakash balanced perspective, strong optional subject preparation, and resilience are valuable takeaways for every UPSC aspirant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">His journey showcases that with discipline, smart strategy, and self-belief, anyone can aim for the top ranks in UPSC CSE.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aakash Garg UPSC AIR 5 has not only achieved an incredible milestone but also set a benchmark for future aspirants. His<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upscakhada.com\/exams\/upsc\/upsc-exam-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> UPSC CSE 2024<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> journey is a testament to focused preparation, self-discipline, and strategic execution. Whether it\u2019s his choice of optional subject or approach to answer writing, Aakash\u2019s UPSC story is one worth learning from.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aakash_Garg_UPSC_Topper_2025_FAQs\"><\/span><b>Aakash Garg UPSC Topper 2025 FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-2676 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-2676{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-2676 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-2676{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-2676.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-2676.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-2676.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-2676.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-2676.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1745584708\"><div id=\"sp-ea-2676\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-2676\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-26760\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse26760\" aria-controls=\"collapse26760\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Who is Aakash Garg in UPSC 2025?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse26760\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2676\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-26760\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Aakash Garg is the UPSC CSE 2025 topper who secured All India Rank 5 in the UPSC final Result\u00a0 2024.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-26761\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse26761\" aria-controls=\"collapse26761\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What was Aakash Garg\u2019s optional subject? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse26761\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2676\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-26761\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Aakash Garg chose Sociology as his optional subject.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-26762\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse26762\" aria-controls=\"collapse26762\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How many attempts did Aakash Garg take to clear UPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse26762\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2676\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-26762\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Aakash cleared the UPSC CSE 2024 in his second attempt.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-26763\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse26763\" aria-controls=\"collapse26763\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Where can I find Aakash Garg\u2019s detailed strategy?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse26763\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2676\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-26763\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UPSC topper interviews and coaching platform features has been mentioned above and many other news channel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-26764\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse26764\" aria-controls=\"collapse26764\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is Aakash Garg\u2019s educational background?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse26764\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2676\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-26764\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">He is a Graduate in Computer Science Engineering, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT), Rohini, Delhi (Graduated in 2022)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aakash Garg\u2019s inspiring journey to securing UPSC AIR 5 in the Civil Services Exam 2024. 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