How much study is enough for UPSC?

A year of focussed study is usually enough for IAS preparation. Though there are candidates who have cleared the examination with a preparation time of 3-6 months, it is advisable to dedicate a full year to prepare and appear for the exam.

How many years of study is required for IAS?

An aspirant who has started graduation will have 3+ years’ time to prepare. The plan for an under-graduate student should be to prepare for GS subjects in the first two years of graduation and to prepare for Optional Subject in the final, third year.

What is educational qualification for UPSC exam?

UPSC Educational Qualification Criteria The candidate must have at least a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university to take the UPSC exam. Even those candidates who have written the final year exams of the qualifying exam (bachelor’s degree) and are awaiting results can apply.

Does IAS need physical fitness?

Rule 21 of the Civil Services Examination Rules prescribed by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) says, “A candidate must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect likely to interfere with the discharge of his duties as an officer of the service.”

What is the eligibility criteria for the UPSC exam?

UPSC aspirant should know the eligibility criteria first. The age required for UPSC Exam is 21 years. For General category candidates, upper age limit is 32 years with a maximum of 6 attempts. For OBC candidates, upper age limit is 35 years with a maximum of 9 attempts.

How to calculate success rate in UPSC Civil Services exam?

Success in UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) = 50\% Knowledge + 50\% Skills (Strategies). Before we mention anything about Skills (UPSC Exam Guidance or Strategies), let us share you some important links to build the knowledge part for UPSC Civil Services Exam.

When should I start preparing for UPSC Mains paper?

The better strategy makes one success in mains. You need not wait until the UPSC releases notification for Civil Services Exam, for UPSC Syllabus as there wouldn’t be many changes in the syllabus. For General Studies mains paper you can start preparing along with prelims as some of the syllabi of GS Papers (Mains) overlap with the prelims.

How many attempts are there in the UPSC IAS exam?

A general category/EWS category candidate has 6 attempts in the UPSC IAS exam. OBC candidates have 9 attempts; SC/ST candidates have no bar on the number of attempts (they can take the exam until they reach the upper age limit). EWS category with benchmark disability have 9 attempts, general and OBC physically disabled candidates have 9 attempts.