Introduction The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam is considered one of the toughest and most competitive exams globally, with a success rate of under 1%. Yet every year, over 10 lakh candidates apply to become civil servants in India. What makes cracking the UPSC exam so challenging? In this post, we analyze UPSC’s own […]
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Introduction: The UPSC Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) often instills fear among aspirants. However, with the right strategy and practice, it can actually be the easiest paper across UPSC exams. This comprehensive guide provides key insights into planning and preparing to clear the CSAT. Disclaimer: While there’s no guaranteed way of cracking any competitive exam,
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Introduction: Cracking the UPSC exam in the first attempt is the dream of every aspirant. While there’s no guaranteed formula, with the right approach and proper planning, you can significantly increase your chances of success. This comprehensive guide aims to provide valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate the UPSC journey and maximize your
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The Unpredictable UPSC: A Candid Chat Hi Friends, Hemant Bhatt and Pawan Pandey here, from Oracle IAS, Dehradun. We’ve been through the UPSC grind, sitting through 5 mains and facing the interview panel twice each. So, we’ve got a thing or two to share about this rollercoaster called the UPSC exam. Let’s keep it real
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‘Navigating the UPSC and UPPSC exams requires a keen understanding of their structures and nuances. With experience in both exams, reaching the interview stage multiple times this guide outlines the similarities and differences between the UPSC and UPPSC, providing a strategic approach for concurrent preparation.’ – (Mr. Pawan Pandey, Co-Founder Oracle IAS) Similarities between UPSC
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Chapter 9: “The Game Changer: Navigating the Optional Subject in Civil Services Examination” Introduction Optional Subject UPSC (2013 Onwards) The Shift in Examination Pattern In 2013, the Civil Services Examination (CSE), a gateway to some of the most prestigious positions in the Indian administrative framework, underwent a significant transformation. This change was not just a
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Chapter 8: Mastering the Art of Essay Writing for UPSC Civil Services Examination An Aspirant’s Journey: From Neglect to Success Imagine a candidate, let’s call her Anjali, embarking on her Civil Services journey. Initially, Anjali focused heavily on technical subjects, viewing the essay component as secondary. This common oversight stemmed from a belief that her
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Chapter 7: The Real Battle: UPSC Mains Examination The Main Examination is intended to assess the overall intellectual traits and depth of understanding of candidates rather than merely the range of their information and memory. The nature and standard of questions in the General Studies papers (Paper II to Paper V) will be such that
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Chapter 6: Chapter 6: How to tackle UPSC Prelims Examination The Story of Arsh’s Triumph Consider the story of Arsh, a previous aspirant. Arsh’s first attempt at the prelims was met with disappointment. Despite his rigorous preparation, the paper’s unexpected focus on areas he had overlooked led to a score just below the cut-off. This
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Chapter 5: Navigating the Ocean of Civil Services Preparation A Tale of Smart Studying Consider the story of Ananya, a recent top scorer in the Civil Services Exam. She began her journey overwhelmed by the sea of books and materials recommended by everyone. Realizing she couldn’t possibly cover them all, Ananya decided to streamline her
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