There's no single "best" subject - it depends on your background and interest. Popular choices include Anthropology (like Srushti Deshmukh chose), Public Administration, and Geography. Analyze past year papers and syllabus before deciding.

During her preparation, Srushti maintained a disciplined schedule of 6-8 hours of daily study while simultaneously working a job. She emphasized quality over quantity in her study hours.

Yes! Srushti Deshmukh proved that with proper strategy, engineering students can excel in UPSC. Her technical background helped in analytical thinking, but she focused equally on humanities subjects through NCERT books and consistent answer writing practice.

Srushti scored 176 marks (out of 275) in the personality test (interview) stage. Her confident yet humble demeanor impressed the interview panel.