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UPSC Ranking When Two Candidates Score Equal Marks (Revised Tie-Breaking Rules)

Last updated on August 31, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

UPSC Ranking When Two Candidates Score Equal Marks

What is the UPSC ranking principle in case of equal marks? What is the methodology used by the Union Public Service Commission to break a tie in marks? If the overall marks of two or more candidates are equal, how is relative merit between such candidates decided by UPSC? Who will be given a higher … [Read more...] about UPSC Ranking When Two Candidates Score Equal Marks (Revised Tie-Breaking Rules)

UPSC Personality Test: How should you answer questions outside of your bio-data?

Last updated on September 28, 2023 by ClearIAS Team

UPSC Personality Test

While about half of the questions in the UPSC Personality Test may be based on your biodata, the next half of the questions may be intended to assess your social traits or interest in current affairs. How should you answer questions outside of your bio-data (Detailed Application Form) in the UPSC … [Read more...] about UPSC Personality Test: How should you answer questions outside of your bio-data?

1000+ Most Probable Prelims Questions: Daily MCQs now available as PDF Compilation

Last updated on September 28, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

ClearIAS Most Probable Prelims Questions - CMPPQ PDF Download

Most UPSC aspirants, including previous year toppers, are fans of ClearIAS Most Probable Prelims Questions - the 3 MCQs we send daily via email. Now the compilation of the Daily MCQs is available on ClearIAS Store to be downloaded in PDF format. It has been a long-pending request from ClearIAS … [Read more...] about 1000+ Most Probable Prelims Questions: Daily MCQs now available as PDF Compilation

ClearIAS Test Prep App: The All-In-One App for UPSC Launched

Last updated on April 11, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

ClearIAS Test Prep App - First Look

We know, it has been a long wait :-) But you will thank us for the new ClearIAS Test Prep App, the all-in-one app for UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) preparation. We have released the latest update of ClearIAS mobile app. The latest update has brought a lot of exciting new features and fixed … [Read more...] about ClearIAS Test Prep App: The All-In-One App for UPSC Launched

100-Day Action Plan to Clear IAS Prelims

Last updated on February 15, 2025 by Alex Andrews George

How to prepare for IAS exam in 100 days 100-Days Action Plan to Clear IAS Prelims

Can you clear IAS Prelims by studying for 100 days? Yes, if you are preparing using the correct resources! How should you prepare for UPSC prelims in 100 days? How to fast-track your learning? How to bridge the gaps in preparation? What should be your plan? What are the books you … [Read more...] about 100-Day Action Plan to Clear IAS Prelims

Withdrawal of UPSC application introduced: Know the important instructions

Last updated on September 28, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Withdrawal of UPSC application introduced Know the important instructions

Withdrawal of UPSC application is now possible. UPSC has introduced the provision of withdrawal of online applications for various exams including the CSE. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), in its latest notification has introduced the withdrawal of online applications for Civil Services … [Read more...] about Withdrawal of UPSC application introduced: Know the important instructions

UPSC Notification for Civil Services Examination 2020 Released: 796 Vacancies; Apply Now!

Last updated on September 28, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

UPSC Notification

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for Civil Services Examination 2020. Apply now if your ambition is to become an IAS/IPS/IFS officer. It's the time to apply if your dream job is that of a top civil servant in the country. UPSC has published the notification for … [Read more...] about UPSC Notification for Civil Services Examination 2020 Released: 796 Vacancies; Apply Now!

How should you prepare Current Affairs for UPSC: CAG Rajiv Mehrishi IAS explains (Expert Talk: Video)

Last updated on October 21, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

Rajiv Mehrishi IAS CAG of India

CAG of India, Rajiv Mehrishi IAS, provides his invaluable guidance to young aspirants on how to prepare current affairs section for UPSC CSE and other competitive examinations. In a special interview with ClearIAS and McGraw-Hill, Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, Shri. Rajiv … [Read more...] about How should you prepare Current Affairs for UPSC: CAG Rajiv Mehrishi IAS explains (Expert Talk: Video)

Indian Forest Service (IFS/IFoS) Exam – Eligibility Criteria

Last updated on September 28, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Indian Forest Service (IFS-IFoS) Exam

What is the eligibility criteria for the Indian Forest Service (IFoS)? Who can apply for IFoS exam? Indian Forest Service (abbreviated as IFS or IFoS) is one of the prestigious All India Services like Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or Indian Police Service (IPS). To get into IFS, a candidate … [Read more...] about Indian Forest Service (IFS/IFoS) Exam – Eligibility Criteria

Fundamental Rights vs Directive Principles: What if there is a conflict?

Last updated on September 28, 2023 by Alex Andrews George

Fundamental Rights vs DPSPs

When there is a conflict between Fundamental Rights(FR) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), which should prevail? FR? or DPSP? The answer is not as simple as one would think. There are some important Supreme Court judgements regarding this. We shall see them in detail. When there … [Read more...] about Fundamental Rights vs Directive Principles: What if there is a conflict?

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