'I’m grateful for my success today. But would you believe me if I told you that I’m equally thankful for my past four failures?', asks Anu Joshy, All India Rank 264, UPSC Civil Services Examination 2019. Not everyone can relate the struggles aspirants go through before they become overnight … [Read more...] about ‘Never Define Your Self-Worth by such a Narrow Parameter as an Exam’, says Anu Joshy, UPSC Rank Holder
3 Strategies for Success in the UPSC Civil Services Exam
Aspirants who dream of a career in services like IAS, IPS, or IFS should get their approach towards the exam right. In this post, we discuss 3 strategies for success in the UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE). Remember the quote - "Rowing harder doesn't help if the boat is headed in the wrong … [Read more...] about 3 Strategies for Success in the UPSC Civil Services Exam
Important Instructions for Candidates Appearing in UPSC CSE Prelims 2020
UPSC has released important instructions for candidates appearing in UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2020. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released important instructions for aspirants preparing for UPSC CSE 2020. The date of UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam is … [Read more...] about Important Instructions for Candidates Appearing in UPSC CSE Prelims 2020
UPSC Releases Admit Card for Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020
Giving a strong message that Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is going ahead with Civil Services Exam (CSE) 2020 as scheduled, the Commission has released the Admit Card for Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020. Hall-Ticket (E-Admit) Card of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2020 is … [Read more...] about UPSC Releases Admit Card for Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020
8 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?
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?
100 Must Know Acts Enacted by the Indian Parliament (Included in the Book ‘Important Acts that Transformed India’)
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 much legislation. In our day to day life, we come across different laws. Even a common man … [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
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
UPSC Cut-off Marks 2019 Released – You just needed 47.5% marks to clear IAS/IPS exam last year!
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
How tough is it 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, TV, and newspapers, IAS officers are treated like celebrities. However, … [Read more...] about How difficult is it to become an IAS officer: A Reality Check
