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Archives for August 2020

8 Myths About UPSC Interview

Last updated on August 31, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

Myths about UPSC Interview

There are various myths about UPSC interview. In this post, we try to explain the reality of the IAS/IPS interview process. If your ambition is to become an IAS or IPS officer, you need to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). The examination process has 3 stages - Prelims, Mains, … [Read more...] about 8 Myths About UPSC Interview

Optional Subjects of UPSC Toppers in the Last 7 Years: Is there a Pattern?

Last updated on August 30, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

Optional Subjects of UPSC Toppers

What were the optional subjects of UPSC Toppers in the last 7 years? Which is the most favourite optional subject? Is there a pattern? The selection of the optional subject in the Main Exam (written stage) plays a crucial role in the success of candidates. UPSC allows candidates to choose one … [Read more...] about Optional Subjects of UPSC Toppers in the Last 7 Years: Is there a Pattern?

No “UPSC Scam”; Understand the UPSC Selection Process

Last updated on August 31, 2020 by Clear IAS Team

No UPSC Scam

A few misunderstood tweets by some journalists regarding the UPSC selection process became viral on social media this year. Many aspirants became confused after going through the tweets. In this post, we would like to clarify that there is no 'UPSC Scam'. UPSC Civil Services Examination 2019 … [Read more...] about No “UPSC Scam”; Understand the UPSC Selection Process

Rushikesh Reddy: From IIT into Civil Services (All India Rank 95, CSE 2019 – UPSC Success Story)

Last updated on September 4, 2020 by Clear IAS Team

Rushikesh Reddy

'UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) provides a great level playing field and doesn’t do any advantage to people coming from IITs/IIMs' says, Rushikesh Reddy, who secured All India Rank 95 in CSE 2019. Rushikesh Reddy is a B.Tech graduate in Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi. He decided to prepare … [Read more...] about Rushikesh Reddy: From IIT into Civil Services (All India Rank 95, CSE 2019 – UPSC Success Story)

100 Must Know Acts Enacted by the Indian Parliament (Included in the Book ‘Important Acts that Transformed India’)

Last updated on September 16, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

100 Must Know Acts Enacted by the Indian Parliament

The book 'Important Acts that Transformed India' deals with 100 must-know acts enacted by the Indian Parliament. The book is already a best-seller on Amazon. We, knowingly or unknowingly, are bound by so many legislation. In our day to day life, we come across different laws. Even a common man is … [Read more...] about 100 Must Know Acts Enacted by the Indian Parliament (Included in the Book ‘Important Acts that Transformed India’)

Most Important Topic for UPSC Civil Services Examination

Last updated on November 19, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

Important Acts That Transformed India - UPSC Book

Which is the most important topic in the UPSC Civil Services Examination? In UPSC Civil Services Examination, questions are framed from many subjects like Polity, Economy, Environment, History etc. Each subject can be divided into different topics. Analysing previous year question papers, one … [Read more...] about Most Important Topic for UPSC Civil Services Examination

Book Launch: “Important Acts that Transformed India”

Last updated on September 14, 2020 by Clear IAS Team

Important Acts That Transformed India - Book Launch

"Important Acts that Transformed India" is an All-in-One Book which covers 100 must-know Acts for UPSC Civil Services Examination General Studies Papers I, II, III, and IV. The book is written by Alex Andrews George, founder of ClearIAS.com. The author's earlier title 'Important Judgments that … [Read more...] about Book Launch: “Important Acts that Transformed India”

UPSC Cut-off Marks 2019 Released – You just needed 47.5% marks to clear IAS/IPS exam last year!

Last updated on August 7, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

UPSC Cut-off Marks 2019

UPSC Cut-off Marks 2019 for Civil Services Examination is now available in the public domain. The minimum qualifying marks for Prelims, Mains and Final selection of UPSC IAS Exam 2019 is released. UPSC Prelims Cut Off Marks 2019 (Out of 200) The Cut-off score of General Category (open merit) … [Read more...] about UPSC Cut-off Marks 2019 Released – You just needed 47.5% marks to clear IAS/IPS exam last year!

How difficult is it to become an IAS officer: A Reality Check

Last updated on September 1, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

How difficult is it to become an IAS officer

How tough is to get into Civil Services like IAS, IPS, IFS etc? How many vacancies were there for Civil Services Posts in India? All-India services like IAS and IPS are considered very prestigious in India. In films, TVs, and newspapers, IAS officers are treated like celebrities. However, have … [Read more...] about How difficult is it to become an IAS officer: A Reality Check

Pradeep Singh, Haryana Farmer’s Son, Secures All-India Rank 1 in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2019

Last updated on August 4, 2020 by Clear IAS Team

Pradeep Singh, Haryana Farmer's Son, Tops UPSC Civil Services Exam 2019

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the Civil Services Exam 2019 results. Pradeep Singh has topped the prestigious exam applied by near 10 lakh candidates. Pradeep Singh from Haryana's Sonepat topped the UPSC Civil Services Examination, 2019. His father is a farmer and his mother is a … [Read more...] about Pradeep Singh, Haryana Farmer’s Son, Secures All-India Rank 1 in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2019

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