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How do I start preparing for a beginner?
Beginners should ideally get at least 10 – 12 months before the UPSC prelims exam for preparation. You can comprehensively cover the syllabus and have enough test practice only then….The most important tip for beginners.
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How can I start my IAS preparation for zero?
Follow the steps outlined below to kickstart your IAS preparation at home:
- Understand the UPSC pattern and procedure first.
- Go through the UPSC syllabus thoroughly.
- Start reading a few books and watch video lectures online for a few basic subjects like polity, history, geography, etc.
- Read the newspaper regularly.
When should I start my IAS preparation?
When should I start my IAS preparation? Beginners should ideally get at least 10 – 12 months before the UPSC prelims exam for preparation. You can comprehensively cover the syllabus and have enough test practice only then. You should start with the common GS papers before moving on to the optional papers.
How to prepare for UPSC CSE prelims and mains?
Since the prelims exam involves MCQs, you need to practice for those. So, it is best to have an integrated approach to the UPSC CSE wherein you start preparation for both IAS prelims and mains simultaneously. As beginners, you are recommended to start preparation with the basic books.
Should I prepare for mains before or after the prelims?
A lot of people start their preparation with the UPSC prelims and ignore the mains until after they take the prelims exam. This might help you clear the prelims, but this plan would backfire since there is not much time between the prelims and the mains to start afresh after the prelims.
How many attempts does it take to clear the IAS exam?
On average, a candidate takes three attempts to clear the IAS exam. There are some of course, who have been able to do so in their maiden attempts itself. If you are a newbie to the civil services exam world, you would have to be a little extra attentive to certain things, if you are serious about your IAS aspirations.