Cracking the IAS Exam: Tips and Tricks

 The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination every year in three different stages — preliminary, main and interview. The first two stages are conducted nationwide at various centers, while the final stage of the examination is held at Delhi only. You need to be among the top three candidates to get shortlisted for the interview round of the examination. This article will provide you with advice on how to crack the IAS exam, which covers all four stages of the recruitment process.

How to Prepare

1. Before starting your study, do some research about the institute for which you’re applying (IAS Academy in Bangalore). It’s important to know their requirements and expectations before starting on your preparation.

2. Begin with basic courses, like English, mathematics, general knowledge of India, an introduction to public administration, an introduction to sociology.

3. Start off with a good grounding in general subjects that will give you a sound foundation in economics; this is an important subject area in Indian civil service exams.

Practise Time Management

The most challenging part of cracking the IAS exam is managing your time. It is essential to plan your week so that you can get your work done in a timely manner. You will need to create some structure for yourself by dividing each day into several study blocks with breaks in between. In addition, it is necessary to plan out tasks for each day as far ahead as possible so that you have a clear understanding of what needs to be done.

Study Smart

It is important to remember that studying for this exam is not a task to be taken lightly. Time commitment, intense focus, discipline, and endurance are all required in order to make it through the test. To give yourself a head start, we recommend reading up on what’s been said about IAS Academy in Bangalore for potential tips on conquering the exam.

The IAS website provides more information here.

Know the syllabus inside out

The Indian Administrative Service exam is perhaps one of the most popular exams in India. Yet, with only 4% of all applicants able to qualify for the test annually, cracking it is tough. The toughest part of this examination are surely the questions themselves — think current affairs, logic puzzles, data interpretation, essay writing and a whole lot more that not just display how smart you are but also how you can utilize your knowledge in different ways to solve problems.

Utilize Prep Materials Wisely

Cramming at the last minute will not work. To make sure you are prepared, start by getting prepared with a good dose of strategy. The IAS Academy in Bangalore has an array of prep materials that will help you crack the exam including practice papers and other teaching aids. If these don’t give you enough time to prepare, invest in online classes or one-on-one sessions that can personalize your learning experience with experts from elite institutions.

There you have it, a guide on how to prepare for and manage the UPSC exam. With good preparation and some tricks up your sleeve, you are sure to make your mark. Believers IAS Academy works with each person individually to assist them prepare for or succeed the IAS Exam or UPSC.