Government & Defence Entrance Exam

A list of the History Books for the UPPCS exam is mentioned below:
1- All history NCERTs.
2- Ancient India by RS Sharma.
3- Medieval history of India by Satish Chandra.
4- Modern History of India by BL Grover.
5- History by Bipin Chandra.
6- A brief history of modern India by Spectrum.
7- Ancient School Textbooks NCERT Notes: Ancient Indian History Notes.
8- Medieval School Textbooks NCERT Notes: Medieval Indian History Notes.
9- Modern Spectrum (Rajiv Ahir) NCERT Notes: Modern Indian History Notes. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha UPPCS exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/uppsc-uppcs-exam-books). I hope this will help you.

UPPCS preparation material is listed below;
History Books:
1- All history NCERTs
2- Ancient India by RS Sharma
3- Medieval history of India by Satish Chandra
4- Modern History of India by BL Grover
5- A brief history of modern India by Spectrum. Geography Books:
1- Fundamentals of Physical Geography NCERT Class 11
2- Certificate Physical and Human Geography G C Long
3- Geography - A Comprehensive Study - Mahesh Kumar Barnwal
4- Geography of India by Majid Hussain
5- Census of Uttar Pradesh
Indian Economy Books:
1- Indian Economic Development NCERT
2- Introduction to Macroeconomics NCERT
3- Introduction to Microeconomics NCERT
Economic Survey Books:
1- Indian Economy by Lal and Lal
2- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
Indian Polity Books:
1- Constitution of India Bare Act
2- Indian polity by Laxmikant
3- Indian Constitution by P. M. Bakshi
Environment & Ecology Books:
1- Environmental Studies Books of IGNOU and NOS
2- Environment Book by Shankar IAS Academy
Science and Technology Books:
1- Science and Technology by Ravi Agrahari
2- Newspaper columns dedicated to technology
Current Affairs:
1- Newspapers from Indian Express
2- Press Information Bureau (PIB) website
3- Monthly Current Affairs magazine
4- Yojana and Kurukshetra monthly magazines
For more details, you may visit the Shiksha UPPCS exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/uppsc-uppcs-exam-books). I hope this will help you.

It is a little bit difficult for working people, but as we all have heard, where there is a will, there is a way. So, coming to the point, working people can also prepare for the UPSC if they manage their time well. All you have to do is use your time properly. Make a weekly timetable and follow it; dedicate 5 to 6 hours daily to your preparation, and you will feel confident. Wake up early in the morning and study; you can also read the newspaper at that time. If you use public transport to reach your workplace, then you can also make e-notes and revise them while you are traveling. The most difficult part is setting your mood for study after coming from the office, so take a little rest and be fresh. If you want a dose of motivation, watch any of the topper's interviews; they will boost your willpower. Then again, start your preparation. It appears difficult, which it is, but it is not impossible. Just remember, if your mind can conceive it and your heart can believe it, then you surely can achieve it. I hope this will help you.

Importance of optional subjects:
1- The optional papers (Paper VI and Paper VII) of the main examination carry 500 marks together, which is almost 25 percent of the total marks (2025) of the written and personality tests put together. So, with so much weight, the options can be deal-makers or deal-breakers.
2- If you have analyzed the General Studies marks of a particular year's topper and the person who scored the 100th rank, the range of their marks will not be at much variance. Toppers become toppers through their optional subject and the essay paper. These are the most controllable parts of the written test. So, if you do well in these two areas, your chances of becoming a topper are very high if you do well in the general studies section. Three marks in the optional paper decide whether or not you'll get your interview call, your dream service, and your dream cadre. Before choosing the best optional subject for you, consider the four most important factors.
1- Your interest in any subject is based on your educational background and your interest in reading about that subject.
2- Availability of guidance and resources in your language of choice: especially important for Hindi-medium students.
3- Overlap with the General Studies syllabus: for example, subjects like geography, political Science, sociology, etc.
4- The breadth of the syllabus and its evolving pattern: this should be the final consideration because the syllabus length of each subject varies and the pattern of asking dynamic questions from any subject is unpredictable. Please don't choose a subject just because many toppers are from that subject, so very good marks are given to that subject as compared to others, as this is not true. I hope this will help you.

In the last 10 days of the Union Public Service Commission preliminary exams, you should focus on revising and consolidating your preparation. Here are some tips on what to read during this time:
1- Revise important topics: Focus on revising the important topics and concepts that you have already studied. Go through your notes and revise the key points, formulas, and facts.
2- Solve mock tests: Take mock tests and solve the previous year's question papers to assess your preparation level and identify your strengths and weaknesses. This will also help you get a sense of the exam pattern and the types of questions asked.
3- Read Current Affairs Read Current Affairs and update yourself on the latest happenings in India and the world. Focus on important events and issues that are relevant to the Union Public Service Commission exam.
4- Revision of NCERTs: Go through the NCERT textbooks of classes 612 to revise the basic concepts and fundamentals.
5- Follow the newspaper: Read a newspaper daily and focus on important news related to politics, the economy, Science and technology, international relations, and the environment.
6- Quick revision guides: You can refer to quick revision guides or notes for a quick recap of the important topics and concepts. Remember, the last 10 days are crucial for your preparation, and you should use this time to revise and consolidate your knowledge. Avoid starting anything new at this stage and focus on what you already know. Stay calm and confident, and trust in your preparation. I hope this will help you.