Before becoming UPSC IAS topper (2011-12) she was already had a degree of MBBS from AIIMS, which she completed in 2009. Prior to this she was also a topper of the CBSE Pre Medical Test (PMT) in 2004.
Let’s have a look on her career and life
Preparation Strategy
During her Preparation she mostly relied on self-study but also took guidance of teachers from time to time.
She read newspapers and magazines to get a better understanding of current events.
Despite her busy IRS training schedule in Nagpur, she dedicated 5 − 6 hours a day in preparing for the 2011 examination. It must be noted here the she had already cleared Civil Services Exam once still she felt a need of 5-6 hours of study everyday.
She says “When it comes to preparation for the UPSC, there can be no shortcut. Obviously, since I had taken the exam once before, I had a certain edge. There were no surprises this year.”
Also Read: Interview of Nidhi Gupta – IAS Rank 3 of 2014 – Very Useful for Aspirants
Tests for self Evaluation
When asked about how did she kept herself motivated, she says “Yes She took part in tests to find out her shortcoming and correct her weaknesses, it worked as both warning and motivation at times.”
Optional Subject
Being a doctor her obvious choice was Medical Science and another related subject she opted for Psychology. She did not experimented to explore new and relatively unknown area but with a clear mind opted a set of optional subjects with which she was comfortable.
Every beginner has many questions while choosing optional subjects. Sneha was well versed in Medical Science as a paper but most of aspirants are not quite friendly with any of listed subjects and find himself equally weak in all. In such case aspirants need to go through NCERT books before deciding any subject. Don’t judge your like or dislike unless you get a taste of dish. Unless you will read these books you can’t become sure about your inclination.
Previous UPSC IAS Exam Attempts before Becoming IAS Exam Topper
This was her Third attempt.
In her previous attempt she secured 305 rank and joined Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) – IRS (IT) and was undergoing training in Nagpur while she got selected as IAS Topper in the IAS exam of 2011-12.
Also Read: Toppers List – Optional Subjects, Home State, Service Opted
Mains Exam Marks
| Total Marks | Marks Obtained | |
| Essay | 200 | 113 |
| General Studies | 600 | 282 |
| Medical Science | 600 | 417 |
| Psychology | 600 | 316 |
| Total (Written) | 2000 | 1128 |
| Interview | 300 | 210 |
| Total | 2300 | 1338 (58.17%) |
Academic and Educational Background of IAS Topper
10th: Sant Nischal Singh Public School Yamuna Nagar
12th: Dayanand Public School Nabha
MBBS: AIIMS Delhi
Training as an IRS at National Academy of Direct Taxes, Nagpur
Even after being having so many recognitions she was never a geek but took part in various sports and cultural events across her academic career from school to college and training institutes.
Family
Her proud father Dr CK Aggarwal is a dentist in Yamunanagar; her mother Pinki Aggarwal is a housewife.
Very good performs
I am a central government employee and always read IAS topper’s view and strategy and interview question and feel happy because I was also IAS aspirant in past.
You have inspretion Indian campititive candidates and i lerne about your self.
and you Greatest humen, I produp you .tanking you.
Shina Didi u r the true inspiration for not only a girl ,but also for the entire youth community of the country ……after going through ur glorious story of a victorious journey I’m inspired a lot …….hats off to u di….
Acha hai mam all the best
I am just overwhelmed. Nothing to say, she is outstanding. she never disdained to conceal her views and aims.Proud of her.
Be like Sneha.
Congratsssssssssssss
Really a great achievement you have made,,,
Muji bhi ias me top karna hi ap muje gaid kari ge
U reply me fast
Unbelievabla story
Mam i like you .can help help me to get IPS.
a great success in your life
Gr88 achievement dear.
Congraaatttsss…
you are very great student.I am like to you.
Gr88 achievement miss.
Congraaatttsss…
very motivational journey mam….keep it up..
Ya a great success mam
How can god gives all qualities in this lady
sis……your really amazing… & extraordinary….you got really a high concentration dedication your self esteem & self motivation is really great sis….your really great don’t stop your strength continue rocking
I proud of you that kind of girl in India… You are genius
congratulations mam and many peoples can inspire by seeing u really I got some what braveness to become an IAS by ur performance …. thank u soon much
I show ur photo on Allen books when I doing preparation of pmt..now again I show ur photo on net ..its unbelivalbe..god gifted talented..god bless u…
Congratulations
u r phenomenal.. wat an strategy!!!
Nice !!!! Good artical ……congratulations mam !!!!!!!
Congratulations……. Mam, god gifted talented..god bless u…
congratulations
Very inspiring for me
I am a 11th class student and my single and only aim is to become an IAS officer
Congratulation for u r sucess
hatsoff.
its inspiration story for me mam.congrats mam.
It’s best motivational power for students
very good
congratulations my dear sister
mam I want to prepare for civil service xm plz help me
it is always relish to see a woman top the most important exam of the nation. But its quiet a surprise and i fail to understand, why anyone can chose administration over doctor ? Well, India needs both but still….
Well, I am just overwhelmed. Don’t have word to say..She is just amazing and outstanding….
You are inspiration for IAS…
Inspirational for the new generation.. hard work, passion and determination always give great results
I am very lucky my file is mark by mam shena aggarwal he is working is our dist I meet mam she is very kind now she is work post adc god bless you
Congrats … it’s amazing God bless u… always
Excellent….Hardworking is the key of success…welldone Shena mam…
dear mam i am a student of mechanical engg how i prepare to crack the upsc exam can u help me plZzzz because i am unable to go for coaching
Strength, determination, challenges and confidence counts your success!
And that is the secret of your success!
A big congrats for you!
mam you are great personality in society .and good inspiration for civil service aspirants. best of luck for your good future………………