From Student to Teacher: Reenu Anna Mathew's Journey to AIR 81 | UPSC CSE 2024 | iLearn IAS

How do you transform from an aspirant to a rank-holder in India’s toughest exam?
Reenu Anna Mathew, a classroom student, mentor, and teacher at iLearn IAS, shares how she secured AIR 81 in UPSC CSE 2024 with clarity, confidence, and consistency.

In this insightful conversation with T J Abraham (Director, iLearn IAS Academy), she opens up about the highs, the hurdles, and the habits that made all the difference.Whether you're a beginner or in the middle of your prep, this video is packed with real strategies, time-tested tips, and motivational reflections to help you level up your UPSC journey.


📌 Chapters

00:00 – Introduction
01:21 – Reenu’s civil service inspiration
04:08 – Earlier foundational skill sets
06:10 – Reenu’s advice to students
12:07 – Intense preparation starts
13:35 – Note-making & revision tips
16:57 – Reenu’s approach for study
19:30 – Peer group support
22:33 – It’s not all about content & mindset shift
25:00 – Importance of writing process
27:51 – Comeback from failures
30:15 – Interview guidance tips
32:03 – Final reflections & gratitude

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