Some people dedicate themselves full time to UPSC preparation while some others work while they prepare for the exam. In this article, we will explore ways in which a working professional will be able to efficiently prepare for the IAS exam.
First get familiar with the process of UPSC Civil Services Exam.
Generate interest and curiosity regarding the services and whole exam process.
You can visit toppers blog and see their open session available on youtube. But be cautious not to over indulge in following many videos. Take clues from select topper’s experience and adopt a strategy effective & convenient to you.
It is important that you keep track of the learnings and strategy which you get from those blogs/sessions. Incorporate the ones which are most suitable to you.
Pattern of UPSC Civil Service Examination
First go through the pattern of examination.
Preliminary Exam - conducted in last week of May. Prelims is objective in nature (MCQs). There are 2 papers of general studies and Civil services Aptitude Test (CSAT).
Main Exam- conducted in September. The Main Exam (written) is applicable only for those who qualify in the Prelims. Main Exam syllabus has nine papers in total. Two language papers(one regional and one english), one essay paper of 250 marks and four G.S. papers of 250 marks each along with two papers on optional subject containing 250 marks each. Language papers are only qualifying in nature but they need to be cleared, in order to get other answersheets of mains exam checked.
Personality Test- conducted during February-April. The interview round is applicable only for those who qualify the Mains. The duration of the interview would be around 30 minutes.
Choose Optional Subject for UPSC Civil Services Exam:
Before starting your preparation, it is important is to choose your optional subject. It is an important decision and one must give a proper thought before choosing an optional as it creates major difference in final marks having weightage of 500/1750 in written exam.
Some people dedicate themselves full time to UPSC preparation while some others work while they prepare for the exam. In this article, we will explore ways in which a working professional will be able to efficiently prepare for the IAS exam.
First get familiar with the process of UPSC Civil Services Exam.
Generate interest and curiosity regarding the services and whole exam process.
You can visit toppers blog and see their open session available on youtube. But be cautious not to over indulge in following many videos. Take clues from select topper’s experience and adopt a strategy effective & convenient to you.
It is important that you keep track of the learnings and strategy which you get from those blogs/sessions. Incorporate the ones which are most suitable to you.
Pattern of UPSC Civil Service Examination
First go through the pattern of examination.
Preliminary Exam - conducted in last week of May. Prelims is objective in nature (MCQs). There are 2 papers of general studies and Civil services Aptitude Test (CSAT).
Main Exam- conducted in September. The Main Exam (written) is applicable only for those who qualify in the Prelims. Main Exam syllabus has nine papers in total. Two language papers(one regional and one english), one essay paper of 250 marks and four G.S. papers of 250 marks each along with two papers on optional subject containing 250 marks each. Language papers are only qualifying in nature but they need to be cleared, in order to get other answersheets of mains exam checked.
Personality Test- conducted during February-April. The interview round is applicable only for those who qualify the Mains. The duration of the interview would be around 30 minutes.
Choose Optional Subject for UPSC Civil Services Exam:
Before starting your preparation, it is important is to choose your optional subject. It is an important decision and one must give a proper thought before choosing an optional as it creates major difference in final marks having weightage of 500/1750 in written exam.
Criteria to decide your optional subject.
Graduation subject
Inherent Interest
Availability of coaching/study material
Past results of that subject
In the end Popularity if still not decided