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2 days agoBeginner-Level 4
While the chance of a beginner cracking the UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) in the first attempt is low, with estimates suggesting around 10% of candidates succeeding, it is not impossible and can be increased with a strategic approach. Success on the first attempt requires deep syllabus understanding, effective time management, consistent hard work, rigorous practice through mock tests, and excellent analytical and writing skills.
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7 months agoBeginner-Level 3
Here is the list of Best IAS Coaching in India with Fees for the 2025-26 IAS Course program
- Vajirao and Reddy IAS Academy - INR 2,20,000/-
- Drishti IAS -INR 1,75,000
- Vision IAS -INR 2, 35, 000
- Vajiram and Ravi - INR 1,75,000 -Incl. GST
- Dhyeya IAS
- Rau's IAS Study Circle -INR1,75,500
- Chanakya IAS Academy
- Shubhra Ranjan IAS Study -INR 1, 35, 000
- Insights IAS - INR 1,35,000/-
- Shankar IAS Academy - INR 1,36,000 (inclusive of tax)
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
The Civil Services Examination is a nationwide competitive examination in India conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment to higher Civil Services of the Government of India. UPSC is India's central agency which conducts exams like Civil Services Exam (CSE) to recruit candidates into top government services like IAS IPS, IFS etc. UPSC NOT ONLY PROVIDE PRESTIGIOUS JOB OPPORTUNITY BUT A REPUTED POST IN INDIA. Although regarded as one of the toughest exams in the country, with the right approach and strategy, an aspirant can crack the IAS examination in the very first attempt. It is essentia
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
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2 years agoContributor-Level 9
UPSC Civil Services Exam Age Limit: Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age and must not be more than 32 years of age. General Category & EWS: 32 years; 6 attempts. OBC (with Certificate 32 years + 3 years; 9 attempts. SC/ST: 32 years + 5 years; unlimited attempts.
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2 years agoContributor-Level 9
Check out the tips to prepare for the CDS 2023 exam below. Understand The Syllabus And Exam Format. Practice Mock Exams And Previous Year Papers. Keep The Basics Clear. Concentrate On Important Issues. Start With Simpler Questions. Create A Proper Schedule. Candidates appearing for CDS are advised to start at least 3 to 6 months before the examination. Follow a regular study routine so that the entire syllabus can be completed. Make a timetable and devote 6 to 8 hours especially for preparations. The list of best books for CDS is as follows:
Wren & Martin's High School English Grammar & Composition: S. Hand Publication. Word Power
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2 years agoContributor-Level 9
How to prepare for IAS exam UPSC Preparation Tips
Prepare Yourself. Make a Time Table. Know the UPSC Syllabus. Newspaper Reading Current Affairs for IAS. Choosing Optional. NCERTs. Making Notes. Answer Writing Practice. When you studying in university your need to focus the syllabus because you have three year to complete the UPSC syllabus and try to cover all topic and after graduation you need to revice and attempt the exam.
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 7
Follow these tips to crack in first attempt tips for crack UPSC
Cover the whole syllabus
Attempt mock tests
Proper revision
Make proper notes
Avoid exploring new portion or topic before one month
CSAT should be taken very seriously.
Practice previous year question papers
Current affairs are the most amorphous part of prelims:
To prepare for UPSC you have to read following study material
Read Basic books like NCERTs etc. Again, and again to ensure deeper understanding. Make sure your basic concept and standard books are thoroughl
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 7
Revision and note making are important. Following tips are there. Learning is the first step of notes Making.
Notes making is quite often confused with writing everything down on paper or digital devices. Quite often you will see students go for notes making in one go and without understanding the exact meaning of notes making and the importance of notes making. The very exact meaning of notes making is to write down things, which you can forget and things which can be revised in a quick succession of time. Notes making is an art where you read things and use that information sma
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 7
UPSC exam notification will out on 10 Feb and preliminary exam will be held on May 28, and Mains exam on 15 September.
Candidate must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognised University. UPSC Civil Services Exam Age Limit: Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age and must not be more than 32 years of age.
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