UPSC Syllabus (IAS Exam Syllabus): What are the subjects that should be studied for the Civil Services Exam – Prelims, Mains, and the Interview?
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UPSC Syllabus – Civil Services Preliminary Exam
The Civil Services Preliminary exam comprises two compulsory papers of 200 marks each (General Studies Paper I and General Studies Paper II). The questions will be of multiple-choice, objective type. The marks in prelims will not be counted for the final ranking, but just for qualification for the main exam.
| Sl No. | Paper | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Studies Paper I (GS) | 200 | 2 hours |
| 2 | General Studies Paper II (CSAT) | 200 | 2 hours |
The Commission will draw a list of candidates to be qualified for the Civil Service (Main) Examination based on the criterion of minimum qualifying marks of 33% in General Studies PaperII of Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination and total qualifying marks of General Studies Paper-I of Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination as may be determined by the Commission.
| Details | General Studies Paper I | General Studies Paper II (CSAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of questions | 100 | 80 |
| Marks per question | 2 | 2.5 |
| Total Marks | 200 | 200 |
| Negative Marking | -0.66 marks for every incorrect answer. (ie. 1/3rd of the maximum marks for the question) | -0.83 marks for every incorrect answer. (ie. 1/3rd of the maximum marks for the question) |
| Significance | Counted for selection into the next stage (Mains). But not counted for the final ranking after Mains and Interview. | Not counted for selection into the next stage (Mains). This paper is qualifying in nature. However, the candidate needs 33% marks (67/200 marks) |
UPSC Syllabus for Paper-I – 200 marks
This objective paper is for a duration of two hours. There will be 100 questions. Marks of only this paper is counted to decide the toppers of the preliminary exam. The syllabus of GS Paper 1 is given below.
- Current events of national and international importance.
- History of India and Indian National Movement.
- Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
- Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
- Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
- General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
- General Science.
UPSC Syllabus for Paper-II – 200 marks
This objective paper is for a duration of two hours. There will be 80 questions. Marks of this paper are counted to decide the toppers of the preliminary exam. This paper is only qualifying in nature. Aspirants just need to ensure that they score at least 33% marks in this paper. The syllabus of GS Paper 2 (CSAT) is given below.
- Comprehension.
- Interpersonal skills including communication skills.
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
- Decision-making and problem-solving.
- General mental ability.
- Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level).
- Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc. – Class X level).
UPSC Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam
A candidate’s rank in the UPSC Civil Service Exam depends only on the mark scored in the Main and Interview. The main exam has 1750 marks while the interview has 275 marks.
The written examination (main) will consist of the following nine papers, but only 7 papers will be counted for the final merit ranking. Each paper is for 250 marks. Thus the total mark for the Main exam is 1750.
For the rest two papers, the candidate should secure the minimum marks prescribed by UPSC each year. For each of the qualifying papers, it is usually 25% i.e. 75/300 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Essay | 250 |
| Paper-II | General Studies – I (Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society) | 250 |
| Paper-III | General Studies – II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations) | 250 |
| Paper–IV | General Studies – III (Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Security and Disaster Management) | 250 |
| Paper–V | General Studies – IV (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude) | 250 |
| Paper–VI | Optional Subject – Paper I | 250 |
| Paper–VII | Optional Subject – Paper II | 250 |
| Qualifying Paper A | Indian Language | 300 |
| Qualifying Paper B | English Language | 300 |
1. Paper‐I: (Essay) – 250 Marks
In Essay Paper, candidates may be required to write essays on multiple topics. They will be expected to keep close to the subject of the essay to arrange their ideas in an orderly fashion and to write concisely. Credit will be given for effective and exact expression.
2. Paper‐2: (General Studies 1) – 250 Marks.
General Studies 1 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society. The detailed syllabus is given below:
Indian culture
Modern Indian History
- Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present – significant events, personalities, and issues.
- The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country.
- Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
World History
Events from the 18th century such as:
- industrial revolution
- world wars
- redrawal of national boundaries
- colonization
- decolonization
- political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc. – their forms and effect on the society.
Indian Society
- Salient features of Indian Society
- Diversity of India
- Role of women and women’s organization
- Population and associated issues
- Poverty and developmental issues
- Urbanization: their problems and their remedies
- Effects of globalization on Indian society
- Social empowerment: communalism, regionalism & secularism.
World Geography
- Salient features of the world’s physical geography
- Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent)
- Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India)
- Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclones etc.
- Geographical features and their location
- Changes in critical geographical features (including water bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.
3. Paper‐3: (General Studies 2) – 250 Marks
General Studies 2 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations. The detailed syllabus is given below:
Polity
- Indian Constitution
- historical underpinnings
- evolution
- features
- amendments
- significant provisions and
- basic structure
- Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States
- Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure
- Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein
- Separation of powers between various organs
- Dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions
- Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries
- Parliament and State Legislatures
- Structure
- Functioning
- Conduct of business
- Powers & privileges and
- Issues arising out of these
- Structure, organization, and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary
- Ministries and Departments of the Government
- Pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity
- Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act
- Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions, and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies
- Statutory, regulatory, and various quasi-judicial bodies
Governance
- Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation
- Development processes and the development industry- the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders
- Important aspects of governance
- Transparency and accountability
- e-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential
- Citizen’s charters
- Transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures
- Role of civil services in a democracy
Social Justice
- Issues relating to poverty and hunger
- Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes
- Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections
- Issues relating to the development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources
International Relations
- India and its neighborhood- relations
- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests
- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests
- Indian Diaspora
- Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate
- India’s soft power and cultural diplomacy
4. Paper‐4: (General Studies 3) – 250 Marks
General Studies 3 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management. The detailed syllabus as provided by UPSC is as below:
General Studies 3 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains
Economic Development
- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.
- Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
- Government Budgeting.
- Land reforms in India.
- Effects of liberalization on the economy
- Changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.
- Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
- Investment models.
Agriculture
- Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country
- Different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage
- Transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints
- e-technology in the aid of farmers
- Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices
- Public Distribution System– objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping;
- issues of buffer stocks and food security
- Technology missions
- economics of animal-rearing.
- Food processing and related industries in India– scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management.
Science and Technology
- Developments and their applications and effects in everyday life
- Achievements of Indians in Science & technology
- Indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
- Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology
- Issues relating to intellectual property rights.
Biodiversity and Environment
Disaster and disaster management
- Disaster and disaster management
Internal Security
- Linkages between development and spread of extremism.
- Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security.
- Challenges to internal security through communication networks
- Role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges
- Basics of cyber security
- Money-laundering and its prevention
- Security challenges and their management in border areas
- Linkages of organized crime with terrorism
- Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate.
5. Paper‐5: (General Studies 4) – 250 Marks
General Studies 4 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude. Details of the syllabus as provided by UPSC is as below: This paper will include questions to test the candidates’ attitude and approach to issues relating to integrity, probity in public life and his problem-solving approach to various issues and conflicts faced by him in dealing with society. Questions may utilise the case study approach to determine these aspects. The following broad areas will be covered:
General Studies 4 Paper Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains
Ethics and Human Interface:
- Ethics and Human Interface
- Essence, determinants, and consequences of Ethics in human actions
- Dimensions of ethics
- Ethics in private and public relationships
Human Values
- Human Values
- Lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
- Role of family, society, and educational institutions in inculcating values
Attitude
- Attitude: content, structure, function
- Attitude and its influence and relation with thought and behaviour
- Moral and political attitudes
- Social influence and persuasion
Aptitude
- Aptitude
- Foundational Values for Civil Service
- Integrity
- Impartiality and non-partisanship
- Objectivity
- Dedication to public service
- Empathy
- Tolerance
- Compassion towards the weaker sections
Emotional Intelligence
- Emotional intelligence – concepts
- Utilities and application of Emotional Intelligence in administration and governance
Moral Thinkers and Philosophers
Civil Service Values
- Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems
- Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions
- Laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance
- Accountability
- Ethical governance
- Strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance
- Ethical issues in international relations and funding
- Corporate governance.
Probity in Governance
- Probity in Governance
- Concept of Public Service
- The philosophical basis of governance and probity;
- Information sharing and transparency in government,
- Right to Information,
- Codes of Ethics
- Codes of Conduct
- Citizen’s Charters
- Work culture
- Quality of service delivery
- Utilization of public funds
- Challenges of corruption
Case Studies
- Case Studies on the above issues.
6. Paper‐6: (Optional Subject Paper 1) – 250 Marks
7. Paper‐7: (Optional Subject Paper 2) – 250 Marks
Syllabi for Optional Subjects:
- History Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Geography Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Economics Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Sociology Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Public Administration Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Philosophy Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Psychology Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Political Science Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Agriculture Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Anthropology Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Botany Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Chemistry Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Civil Engineering Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Commerce Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Electrical Engineering Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Geology Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Law Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Mathematics Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Management Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Mechanical Engineering Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Medical Science Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Physics Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Statistics Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- Zoology Syllabus – Civil Services Mains Exam UPSC.
- The literature of any one of the following languages: Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, Dogri, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Nepali, Oriya, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Santhali, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu and English.
Qualifying Paper A – Not counted for final ranking
Paper ‐ A – Indian Language – Syllabus. (One of the Indian Languages to be selected by the candidate from the Languages included in the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution. This paper will not be compulsory for candidates hailing from the States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim.) 300 Marks.
Qualifying Paper B – Not counted for final ranking
Paper ‐ B – English Language – Syllabus. 300 Marks.
UPSC Syllabus – Civil Services Interview
- The candidate will be interviewed by a Board that will have before them a record of his/her career. He/she will be asked questions on matters of general interest. The object of the interview is to assess the personal suitability of the candidate for a career in public service by a Board of competent and unbiased observers. The test is intended to judge the mental calibre of a candidate. In broad terms, this is really an assessment of not only his/her intellectual qualities but also social traits and his/her interest in current affairs. Some of the qualities to be judged are mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, a balance of judgement, variety and depth of interest, ability for social cohesion and leadership, intellectual and moral integrity.
- The technique of the interview is not that of a strict cross-examination but of a natural, though directed and purposive conversation which is intended to reveal the mental qualities of the candidate.
- The interview test is not intended to be a test either of the specialised or general knowledge of the candidates which has been already tested through their written papers. Candidates are expected to have taken an intelligent interest not only in their special subjects of academic study but also in the events which are happening around them both within and outside their own state or country as well as in modern currents of thought and in new discoveries which should arouse the curiosity of well-educated youth.
Sub Total (Written test): 1750 Marks
Personality Test: 275 Marks
Grand Total: 2025 Marks
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Sir,whether we have to choose one or two optional subjects from the list.if I choose English literature as my only one optional subject,is it enough?
Yes, it is.
BUT THERE ARE TWO OPTIONAL PAPERS?
Optional Subject is 1. But it includes Paper 1 and Paper 2, both having separate syllabus. For ex, Public Administration has Paper 1 and Paper 2, having weight-age of 250 marks each.
sir could u plsss tell me which books to refer for IAS preparation plss sir
Indian politics Lakshmi kant
Keep Calm!!! and make your own research and strategy…
Best of luck Ąýęśhă…
Ncert and different authors book you need to prepare for upsc
Sir which books of NCERT should we refer for upsc preparation either old or new..?
Sir I have a question could u plzz tell me if once prelims is completed but dropped in mains would this prelims be considered for next mains examination of not.
1 OPTIONAL SUBJECT enough
BUT one optional contains TWO papers each peaper of 250*2=500 that’s it
It’s a new pattern of UPSC CSE
SIR , please tell me the complete process for form application
What is the real Purpose that according to you One should aspire, such that he diligently Should think himself that he/ she is fit to be an IAS. I ask this to see whether are you fit to Teach me.
The real purpose itself lies in the full form of UPSC. its a service to mankind with full of effort and intelligence into the wellness of society.
You just have to explore yourself with full of confidence towards the nation and mankind too. Which will automatically bring the ability to become an IAS or IPS. All the best.
sir, I have seen the following mains syllabus in upsc official website, it has four optional papers, two gs papers and total marks is 2300, please give me more information
Sir,i have read this syllabus..so how many subjects should select for paper 6th and 7 th
Only 1.
You can select only 1 subject from thw above all list of optional subject given by commission.
Sir,Please suggest book for Mathematics?
Manjul tyagi
sir, pleas tell me that the syllabus for eng. and hindi qualifying paper and syllabus for optional paper eng. and hindi are same.
Sir, plz say me all ias exam imp book, but language in marathi medium
You should joint the telegram appz it will help you . To find the books and extra details.
When started prelium exam of upsc and when and how can find the result
It comes on upsc online portal
if i persue b.tech from c.s. then will i be eligible for u.p.s.c.. bcoz here c.s. is not mentioned
Graduation complete chahiye bs stream matter ni krtu
IAS ke exam me maths compulsary hota he kya sir
No. Maths is not compulsary for attempting UPSC exam. you only need to complete your graduation in any stream.
no bro but you have to do some reasoning questions pf paper 2 that is prelims
I am software engineer… I cant find any computer science engineering syllabus…. Can I apply for for IAS exam?
No should select the optional subjects from the list
I m a software engineer.. Can I appear
i m student of bsc 2nd year and want to start my prepartion for IAS kindly guide me how to start prepration without coaching and books essential for it .
Tum se na ho payega beta……..
Tumse ho paya?
Why ? Can you tell me ?
IAS exam is one of non specialised, ineffective, foolish exam. They are bunch of people who have no specialisation only have wikipedia like information in brain. They are bunch of unproductive, non innovative moron. As soon as bureaucracy remove these bunch of moron & take specialist professional India will be developed in one decade.
yes you can do it without coaching
dear, sir i want to be an IAS . who can i prepare for this exam. i believe in self study therefore plz. guide for preparation…..
Sir i m of class11th and i want to prepare for upsc..but i m not able to understad the syllabus.kindly help me…..explain me
its too early to think about upsc. get into a college first and then you would 4 years to think about upsc…
Hey I m in class 12 and know syllabus very well but I need someone to prepare with me can u please
Me 2 do u know how to prepare for upsc exams?? Or sm suggestions.. books ??????????
When the 2015 prelim result will declare
I can , cracks & win
which is basic subject those who learning after 12
if we take science stream can we become a civil servant
Dear Sir,
With reference to the Paper-A, where a candidate has to choose a language it is not made compulsory for candidates hailing from the States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim. What I understood is that it has been introduced in order to enable candidates from diverse background with different mother-tongue to be able to write in a language of their choice as their mother tongue is not there in the list.
My question here is why is Tripura and Assam not included in the list in spite of being a north-eastern states. The indigeneous people of Tripura commonly called as Tripuris also have a different mother-tongue, not mentioned in the list. It is a huge disadvantage for us as we have to choose from the list whereas candidates from other north-eastern states are not made compulsory.
The population of Bangladeshi immigrants to Tripuris in the state of Tripura is 7 :3 which signifies that Bangladeshi immigrants are more in numbers with respect to the indigenous Tripuris. Does it mean that the non Bangladeshi-Bengali speaking IAS aspirants of Tripura has to learn the other language first in order to prepare for IAS exam when we are already comfortable with English ?
Sir please take a look on it to make the competition even for all the citizens of our country. Or please kindly give us some direction so that our state Tripura could also be included in the non-compulsory list of states.
B Jamatia,
We understand your concern, but it’s ultimately the decision of the government and UPSC. But considering the fluent language you used above, we are sure you will pass the other compulsory language too. You just need to secure a minimum mark in that.
sir ias and kas notes
which this sir
Dear Sir
How to choose the elective subjects. Is it compulsory to choose two subjects and is order of choice of subjects will make any difference?
Like each subject and love for one subject this is the your best sub….
Iam 2nd dental student but iam unable to understand syllabus n subejects.please help me
plz muje upsc me ips banahe to ek must book batavo in gujarati & english.
can i write main exam in kannada
Yes ..you can use your language..
Sir is kannada language tuff language
Nothing is tough in this world. You only need to give your best into it and everything is possible.
Dear sir /medam. I m student of pali literature . So, can i appear in UPSC IAS exams? And how to prepare for this exams? Please kindly instruct in detail. Thanks you.
Sir I would like to know whether I can take English as one language paper and as optional too at same time.
Please mughe DM banana hai to koi accha book kon- as hai
Dear sir,
I’m sharan
what’s important from merit papers? and how to accept new pattern of csat2?
please guide me.
Sir,I want to have information about age criteria? And also about the chances to apply for civil services exam for a general category student?
General students attempt 6 times and minimum age is 21 and maximum 32 years
Thanks for giving information about the exam syllabus.
Sir plz guide me upsc… Related
sir can an arts student take science paper as optional subject
Yes
What is the minimum marks to be scored for merit ranking
Medam give details about IAS, which are the subjects are there and please clarify me
sir can i take english as both a language paper and optional language and as a engineering student can i take history or economics as my optional subjet?
how many marks i hav to score in prelims to qualify for main exams?
33% out of 200
I am an IAS aspirant. I still Have 2 Years to finish my degree. But I am eager for the time to come. I will start my preparation soon.
i am a second year btech. electrical engg. student how can i prepare for ias exam ?
can i take literature subjects for mains ? ive not graduated in literature
sir am now studying b.com 3rd year,which type of books will be preferablly read at this time…….
Sir I left m.b.b.s because I want to be IAS but my collage don’t give me my document. I got duplicate documents from my board gandhinager so I will Chan’s to do any graduation
pls r suggests book for prelims
Sir, there is any negative marking in preliminary exam
Yes.
Sir out of two optionals i want to take history for paper 1 and political science &int relation for paper 2.is it possible since iam not interested in pol.sci. paper 1 & i have great interest for international relations.
@skmr94 – At the moment, there is only 1 optional subject.
Fools give this exam!
Sir, I’ m a P.R. In Australia. Can I prepare for I A S
Sir I’m tushar thakre and I’m studying Bsc agriculture and I want to become an IAS officer ,how do I start preparation for this exam
Sir I am studying bcom 2 year so I am thinking to start prepare for civil service exam for 2 hours for a day. And my aim is to become IPS officer in my life. So my question is it is possible to complete 70 % of syllabus for civil service exam before completing my BCOM.so please give me the information sir.And give me the another details how to speak English fluently
Sir, can i take english literature as optional subject
hello sir,this is uma naik,i’m studing b.tech third year still i’m having one more year to complete my degree so can you PLEASE guide me how can i prepare for PRELIMINARY exam
Yes
dear sir/Madum
I’m Nirmalagowda I want to prepare for IAS exam pls give me suggestion.
Hi sir I jz wanted to know that which documents should we need for exam and selection proces
Dear sir, I passed b.tech in electronics&communication from AMIE . Can i fill upsc form?
Sir,
I m an IAS aspirant can u guide me with the study materials for this exam.
Sir please tell me…which books for physics are suitable to clear ias
Civil service my aim
Please help me
Am bba topper how can I prepare for iAS exam
Sir I am B.Sc.student give me guidance for preparations upsc
please give me some materials for upsc preparation
Sir There are I to VII papers in Main if I select Vi & VII paper any Indian letuare Language like Bengali,Hindi in that case what will be filled in
>>Language Medium for Examination for Paper I to Paper VII –English or Respective Language as I want to appear Paper I to V in english
how m How should I start preparation for UPSC..pls suggest
Start reading with (NCERT) these are the basic text books which will give you grist.class (6th-12th) read line by line.these books will clear your basic idea.
sir i want to take maths in class11 then in future will i b able to apper in upsc or any else xam related to an IAS officer..
Yes
I have completed my graduation in history from English medium and I am also preparing for upsc for the past 1 month. I have found some important books for prelims as well as for mains.
I am sharing a list of some important books which will definitely help you.
Geography: Ncert of class 11&12+ mahesh Barnwall (you can order this book from Amazon it is available there in hindi)
Indian polity : M. Laxmikant it is also available in hindi. This is the Bible for polity just go through this book.
History:spectrum and ncert of class 11th and 12th would be enough.
Science and technology : ncert of class 10,11 and 12 also newspaper reading is essential because sometimes we get questions on new innovations and other things.
Indian economy: start from ncert first and there are some good series on mrunal On Indian economy. Also if you have time you can read ramesh singh indian economy its a vast book, it will help you in mains but for prelims basic knowledge is require your bases should clear and understanding on different aspects of Indian economy.
For environment :same you can rely upon a single source and that is your ncert books and newspaper reading but if you want something extra then there is a book in market by shiv kumar on environment in hindi you can buy.
Sources I have mentioned above are all available in hindi.
All the best:)
please send me more books for history
Thank you
My optional subject is history.. plz recommend me the best book for it..
Thank you
can u pls tell me the books i should refer for geography option
My subjecta are political science and public administration
I wanted to become an IAS
Is my subjects are easy to clear the exam?
Can u suggest me the right way to clear the exam?
sir/madam,
I am student of the yr.
I want to write the upsc exam (mains paper 1to7) in my own mother language.
is it possible?
please tell me sir/madam.
sir I,m studying bachelor of vocational from dairy technology ,after this degree I m give the exam of ias.
Sir, I am in 11 & I want to prepare for IAS but I want to become a doctor & that’s why I want to drop maths…..so my qstn is can I apply for IAS without maths? & can I become IAS after MBBS?….pls reply sir
sir, i have completed degree and i am intending to become an ias officer. sir, please clarify my following doubts.
1) how many optional subjects in the mains?
2)where, the required material is available for the telugu and english languages ?
i solicited early reply.
sir, can we choose same subject in both optional papers
sir,can we take same subject in both optional papers
No
i am mba and worked retail job can i appear ias exam
i have done engineering in computer science so i am not getting the computer science option in subject choose option can you please tell me the subject which i choose
I DO HAVE SAME PROBLEM…………..
SIR, LET US KNOW WHAT TO DO…….?
sir/ madam
Iam a 2nd year paramedical student. I would like to appear for upsc exams after my graduation.Will I be eligible for the same?? I come from a middle class family and I think I cannot afford for coaching now. Can I clear it without coaching and from where must I start?? which books must i read?? waiting eagerly for your advice..
Yes,you are eligible for UPSC
Does core branch of b. Tech help in subjects
Just for optional subjects.
Really not
sir/ I m bed student .I like only IAS job and no like out her jobs.plz help me.
halo sir , i just pass my +2 in PCM , which field is beter for me for gradution ie arts or science / which is more usefull from both of them
Sir m army m GD post PR job kr RHA hu muje join kiye five year ho gye meri qualifications BA Arts se complete h ..kya m..UPSC test de shkta hu ydi de shkta hu..to please muje btao muje kyon kyone si book read krni padegi ..ar UPSC test ki tyari kese kru…plz btao..plz
Good information about civil services exam
I’m studying my 1st year civil engineering would you please suggest me for preparing for my upsc
नमस्कार सर जी,
मैं आपके समस्त आर्टिकल्स को रेगुलर स्टडी करता हूँ, और मुझे आपके सभी आर्टिकल्स बहुत ही अच्छे लगते हैं, ये बहुत ही सरल भाषा में हैं जिसको कोई भी व्यक्ति आसानी से समझ और याद कर सकता है, मैं हिंदी माध्यम से तैयारी कर रहा हूँ, क्या आपकी साईट पर उपलब्ध समस्त अध्ययन सामग्री हिंदी में उपलब्ध हो सकती है. अगर आपकी सामग्री हिंदी माध्यम में मिल जाए तो इस से मुझे बहुत ही सहायता मिल सकती है,
मुझे आपके उत्तर का इन्तजार बेसब्री से रहेगा.
धन्यवाद
आपका नियमित पाठक,
राम सेवक
Thanks for giving information about the exam syllabus.
sir nw I m pursuing bsc degree in PCB subjects,further I want to appear for upsc exams keeping my main sub as either botany or zoology…soo can I appear for upsc after pursuing graduation degree with these sub..sir plzz guide me and how many times can I appear for upsc exams as I come under general category plzz sir help me out..
Yes, you can appear for upsc soon after you graduation and you should be 22 year old. An the upper age limit is 30 years. You have plenty of time. so start preparing. Best of Luck
How is the mains exam conducted is it totally in written form or will it have choices (MCQ)
Sir,agr hm main sub political science li h to kon kon se sub ke test Dene honge IAS or IPS exm ke liye
Krishan kumar jamuatand balrampur chhattisgarh My aim is civil service please sir help me I am a
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Sir I am in 11th and I just want to ask you that how should I prepare for UPSC.From where should I start.
I am presently in class 10 and a class topper. Political science and history are my favorites. What are the best books to read at present ? I am reading only TN state syllabus. And what other syllabus books should I read parallely?
Sir,please could u sent me prelim and main syllabus…n in main syllabus total 7paper are there so i m too much confused….in 1st paper essay so what type…what is syllabus of 1st paper essay…plzz sir
Sir
I am Sam. I am currently studying 1 st year Physics in Chennai i am an IAS aspirant and can you say me few tips or guide me to study from now itself
Hlo sir,I m 2nd year student of engineering frm electronics and communication branch,kya mai IAS exam kai liye prepare kr sakti hu?? Kyu ki ye branch option mai hai hi ni…..plzzz reply,I m so confused..
Good Day:) I would like to know how many hours need to prepare for exam(Preliminary and Main) ?
Paper ‐ A – Indian Language – Syllabus . (One of the Indian Languages to be selected by the candidate from the Languages included in the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution. This paper will not be compulsory for candidates hailing from the States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim.) 300 Marks.
I’m belonging from west bengal. would it must to me?
Sir, i am a 27 years married woman , unfortunately i stoped my studies in class 12, and then after 10 years i started to study , now iam doing my degree sencond year in DR.BR Ambedkar open university, my dream is to become an IAS / IPS Officer , please tell iam eligible for groups exam?? and my english also ver poor , forgive me any mistakes in my post, pleade do reply sir
Exactly I m in same position .now I m in my second year of degree in Ambedkar open university.am I eligible?just guide me what to do?please
I m in bsc ist year n i want to become an ias officer. What should i do now onwards so that i can be familiar with the preparation by that tym after my graduation
May I chose only one subject pol. Sc for both of the optional papers
Sir’I am not proficient in speaking English can I give interview in telugu even English is chosen as language to write main exam
Sir I’m preeti from shikohabad u.p and there is no such best coaching for ias exams. I’m b.a 2 year student nd want to prepare for upse exam. plzzz guide me from where nd how can i start preparation for upse exams….
Sir I’m preeti from shikohabad u.p and I want to become a ias. I have not enough money to pay for high level coaching. I’m b.a 2nd year student so plz guide me to where and how can I start preparation for upse exams. .
@ preeti…As per my perspective you need to require the basic requirement to fullfill this exam yet like newspaper reading,Ncert reading that is enough yet.
Same as preeti i also want to apper for ias examination
I am studying in 12 th std. Sir plzzz guide me…
Sir, i am prajkta salve of class 11th science and i want to prepare for UPSC..but i am not able to understand the syllabus kindly help me..explain me
I am complete BSCIT in smu can i do upsc exam
can we appear for the IAS exam after 12th ?? or else after tybcom…? can we appear for this exam by doing commerce ….?
Sir, I am student of class-12th(pcb) want to become IAS officer. So I request you plz
suggest me about preparation for this exam.
Sir I am student of B.Sc.3rdyear. I want to become IAS officer. Please guide me for preparation this exam.
Sir plz tell me ias syllabus and send ias previous year paper and ias related book tell me at my email main ke essay how to ask exam ias
Sir i really need ur valuable suggestion, i hv passed 12 with pcb n aspire for upsc. I want to take arts after 12 and i knw political science, economics, sociology,geography and history are important subjects and all are offered in ba only(plz correct me if i am wrong).sir i am new to these subjects and i love these subjects coz i always wanted to know about my country and surroundings except economics coz i dont even know what is economics but am willing to go a step ahead.sir but it wud be more comfortable to me if i take bio subjects like microbiology,zoology in B.A. as i have a basic background from
biology. what are the most preferrable things i can do.can u guide me with these ?it will be highly appreciated.thanks in advance.
Sir I am persuing Ba 2nd year (private) in history, political science and geography. This decision is good for my IAS preparation??
Tell me sir .
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Sir i m in 1st year n i want to prepare for civil services.
For this i want precise guidance
Sir i also want to learn answer drafting for that i want ur help
please tell me civil service examination’ s syllabus in hindi in detail.
Sir/Ma’am what are the starting step for the preparation of ias and which institute is best for its preparation and how much time is enough for the preparation …..please guide me how to start the preparation…
yes
how i become a IAS officer
Sir I am confused that should I take admission in college for graduation either coaching or self study
Hello Sir I am an IT engineering student which subject should I take as optional ,
Which subject is related to my course
??
Is it the updated pattern nd syllabus?
Yes
SIR, MYSELF ABHISHEK AND MY BROTHER WANTS TO BECOME IAS SO I WANT TO KNOW THAT WHICH BOOKS ARE BEST FOR HIM?
Sir/madam, I’m a bcom 1st year student.
How can I start my preparation for upsc?Please guide me.
I am study in class 11th. So i want to beacome an i.a. s officer. Please give me ideas its syllabus and I will prepare
for it.
Sir, what kind type of book is mainly usefull for upsc exam . To be an ips
Hlw sir, m puja i m complete graduation 2015 in honors philosophy only 6.3 CGPA n studying M.A in philosophy in distance under the guwahati university (IDOL).H.S passaed in only 51% HSCL passed in hindi medium school 41% . Can i eligible for UPSC exam. Plz suggest me …plz
Yes u are eligible..as far I consern…
Because for attempt the IAS exam one should be graduate by only qualifying marks which is 40 %..
Two optional paper consist of aggregate 500 marks…should we chose these two papers from only one subject or from different subject..??
Sir is this compulsory to get maximum marks in prelims 1st paper to enter in prelims merit list.
And if I get qualifying marks in prelims 1st paper then can I qualify for mains exam .
Sir plz give information
Thanks sir
Sir I have done BA English hons with 49.62 .can I prepare for upsc exam.
Sir upsc ke PT or main mai kitna number ka puch jata hai pls give me answer fast
sir kya mai upsc ki tyari hindi medium me kar sakta hu. interview ke liye english neccessary hai. Please mujhe margdarsan kare jald se jald.mai aapka jabab ja intajar karuga.
which languages are available for prelim and mains paper
What level of mathematics and science do we get in UPSC- IAS paper?
Hello Admin,
I was reading your entire article and the question asked over here.
I have a also one question for which i want to get clear direction.
Firstly let me proivide here my basic academic/profession details before asking my question:-
Edu:- BCA + MAC
Profession – Technical Manager (Java/J2EE), working with one of the top MNC and having 7+ years of total IT experience.
State belongs to – Jammu & Kashmir
From past few months, i am inclining towards a prestige and honorable job by which i can do somthing better for my localites and needful persons.
So this thought bringing me towards UPSC to become civil servant.
I better understand having THINKING and IMPLEMENTATION has a huge difference, but still for self satisfaction i want to make an attempt for UPSC.
Could you plese suggest/guide upon this, shall I go for UPSC or its too late to go?
Thanks
It’s never late if you are truly passionate about civil service. All the best!
Thanks, one more thing, for optional which subject would be more reliable to me as i belongs to IT background.
Thanks
Please update previous exam model papers & practice papers for mathematics
Hello sir..
I m Rubishta..
i cleared 12th std with 90% in 2014-15
and gave bcom final year xam this year via Rajasthan university
i m also doing CS..its mt CS final year
and …
I want to prepare for UPSC xams..
i need some advise regarding best coaching institutes..
Thank you sir.
I can study bsc ( maths) can i take a political science as a optional
sir i wanted to know that i am a bsc(home science) student am i eligible for appearing in upsc cse and cds examination?
Thanks for the great information sir
It will b really useful
Covering NCERT in the sense we have to cover all subjects and also covering all group 10 th to 12 th books ah……
Sir l was complete my MA to sociologi with 55% marks can l apply for upse exam 2018.
Can we have same subjects in optional subject 1 and optional subject 2 papers ???
If we get year back in engineering Can I write upsc(Ias) exams…?
Sir , please tell me upsc civil service exam is really so difficult to crack.
I am graduate of horticulture studying MSc horti in dept of fruit science, so shall I select agriculture as my main subject or any other subject which may easy for my better result in upsc
What is Paper A & Paper B?
Good morning sir,
in graducation i took epp(economic,poliical science,public administrative)so is it good sir ,for upsc exam?
Hello…sir/ madam,
l am in B.Sc 1st year, l aspire to be an IAS but…l am very weak in maths and I have a threat that.. for preparing for UPS, what problems I would face bcz of weak mathematics???
How much duration it will take to complete IAS BEGINNING FROM FIRST LEVEL
sir,I passed 12th class in science & I want to become a IAS so how to I prepare for upsc exam please explain me as soon as
Sir , i want know about the role of performance in graduation, and schooling?
And what is required marks and percentages for UPSC?
hi sir,
i have done my m.tech in biotechnology, but i want to prepare for upsc exam, please help my understand about how to start preparation for that.
Thanks sir your website is great.
Sir If I cleared pre, however I failed in mains, then I have to prepare for Mains Or I would have to start again from Pres???
sir could you plz tell me what books to prepare for UPSE exam
My DoB is 5 Aug 1998
May I appear next year in 2019 IAS exam.
I have completed graduation this year.
hi sir, can you tell me which is the best books and study material fro UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS.
waiting for your reply sir.
Sir i am studying bsc maths .how could i prepare for the upsc exams
Sir me Hindi medium SE Hu ap mujhe Hindi me upsc mains and pre Ka syllabus De sakte ha kya
Sir, I am studying in f y b.com.After graduation if I pass UPSC prilims and mains, can I got the job in my surrounding area??
Can anyone please give me syllabus for Nepali compulsory paper
Sir, food inspector ke liye kon sa subject choose krna hoga animal husbandry ya kuch aur
which book for commerce and accountancy
This is an excellent website, I am an unemployed South African male that has never spoken an Indian language. I am interested mainly in Geography and Metallurgy, Please advise me on how to proceed to further educate myself.
Kind Regards.
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I’m in degree final year and i have little family problems still too i wanted to work hard and make my dreams come true so from now what strategy would make me to clear IAS, i mean from where should i start my preparation, many websites put many books for this preparation but which books you would suggest and also how to start my preparation?
Hi Sudhaa, refer ClearIAS Beginners Guide . This should give you all the details. All the best!
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