Civil Servant (IAS/PCS) exams

IAS surely means brilliance in your academic career. You should try for a distinction in your BA. It will become a good launching for you. IAS implies every day work. So, nothing is wasted.

You have to show a consistent academic performance for a good future. You have to get a first class throughout your career. So, work for it now. You need to take care of your academics. There is no separate preparation for IAS.

It depends on your dedication, but on an average 2 to 3 years are more than sufficient for IAS.

Yes, you can prepare for UPSC after completing B.Sc.

IAS implies hard work with all sincerity. So, estimate your capacity for hard work. If you are satisfied with yourself, you are bound to succeed. Your desire for quality matters more. All other things come automatically. How many man-hours can you spend at a stretch? If you're confident with yourself, you will find a methodology soon.

It is not a problem, combining all these pursuits. Even after joining service, you can complete your research and submission of the thesis. Such instances are in plenty. Go ahead with whatever you desire.

You don't normally employ English orally. But, for running the administration, it is necessary to have a command over English. You will find its need more in some parts of India.

Degree certificate of any course will be ok. It is not necessary that you must be a computer graduate only. B.Tech, BBA, B.Com, BA, B.Sc and MBBS, any degree will do. To appear for civil, all you need to have is a degree.That's it. There is no specification of subject requirement.

Hello Ravi,
If you are fully dedicated towards your goal, then 1 year preparation is more than enough for UPSC exams. Follow smart reading techniques. Take mock tests online and assess your performance. Read The Hindu News Paper daily and update yourself with the current affairs.
In spite of your efforts, if you cannot crack it in 1st attempt, please don't loose hopes. Prepare well and go ahead in the next try.
All the best.

This marks sheet is taken as a standard to ascertain your father's name and date of birth. The marks are also important to assess your consistency throughout your career.