UPSCCivil Services ExamHow to crack Civil Services to become an IAS / IPS /

IFS Officer ?

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Group A Indian Administrative Service Indian Foreign Service Indian Police Service Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service, Group ‘A’ Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group ‘A’ Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise), Group ‘A’ Indian Defense Accounts Service, Group ‘A’ Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group ‘A’ Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Group ‘A’ (Assistant Works

Manager, Administration) Indian Postal Service, Group ‘A’ Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group ‘A’ Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group ‘A’ Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group 'A'

Posts Offered

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14. Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group ‘A’ 15. Post of Assistant Security Commissioner in Railway Protection Force,

GroupA 16. Indian Defense Estates Service, Group ‘A’ 17. Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Group ‘A’ 18. Indian Trade Service, Group 'A' (Gr. III) 19. Indian Corporate Law Service, Group "A".

GROUP B

20. Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group ‘B’ (Section Officer’s Grade)

21. Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Civil Service, Group 'B'

22. Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Police Service, Group 'B'

23. Pondicherry Civil Service, Group 'B' 24. Pondicherry Police Service, Group 'B’

Posts Offered

Civil services Exam selection process

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Notification – Jan

Civil Services Prelim Exam – May

Civil Services Mains – Oct -Nov

Interview – March

Results – May

SELECTION PROCESS

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

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CATEGORY

DEGREE AGEas on 1st Aug

(as per the year of exam)

No. of Attempts Allowed

General (Open)

Degree from Recognized

Univ.

Between 21-30 years 4 attempts till you attain the

age of 30 years

OBC Degree from Recognized

Univ.

Between 21-33 years 7 attempts till you attain the

age of 33 years

SC / ST Degree from Recognized

Univ.

Between 21-35 years Unlimited attempts till

you attain the age of 35 years

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Candidates in their final year of graduation can also apply!!

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CATEGORY

DEGREE AGEas on 1st Aug

(as per the year of exam)

No. of Attempts Allowed

Physically Handicapp

ed

Degree from Recognized

Univ.

Between 21-40 years

7 attempts if belongs to General Category, & as per

the rules of the category they

belong to.

Ex-Service Men

Degree from Recognized

Univ.

Between 21–35 years

as per the rules of the category they

belong to.

Of Jammu & Kashmir Domicile

Degree from Recognized

Univ.

Between 21–35 years

as per the rules of the category they

belong to.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

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A CAREER OPTION

Why Civil Services?

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The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the administrative civil service of the executive branch of the Govt. of the Republic of India.

The officers of the IAS play a major role in managing the bureaucracy of both the Union Government (Central Government) and the state governments, with its officers holding strategic posts across the country.

Functions of IAS Officer: Policy Formulation Policy Implementation Civil administration Advisors to Ministers Managing bureaucracy (Center and State)

Duties of IAS officer

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To fulfill duties in the areas of maintenance of public peace and order, crime prevention, investigation, and detection, collection of intelligence, VIP security, counter-terrorism, border policing, railway policing, tackling smuggling, drug trafficking, economic offences, corruption in public life, disaster management, enforcement of socio-economic legislation, bio-diversity and protection of environmental laws etc.

Leading and commanding the Indian Intelligence Agencies like Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), Intelligence Bureau (IB), Central Bureau of Investigations (CBI), Crime Investigation Department (CID) etc., Indian Federal Law Enforcement Agencies, Civil and Armed Police Forces in all the states and union territories.

  Leading and commanding the Para-Military Forces of India (PMF) which include

the Central Police Organizations (CPO) and Central Paramilitary Forces (CPF) such as Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), National Security Guard (NSG), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Vigilance Organizations, Indian Federal Law Enforcement Agencies.

DUTIES OF IPS OFFICER

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Serve at head of the departments in policy making in the Ministries and Departments of Central and State Governments and public sector undertakings both at centre and states, Government of India.

To interact and coordinate closely with the members of other All India Services and Central Civil Services and also with the Indian Armed Forces primarily with the elite Indian Army.

  Endeavour to inculcate in the police forces under their command such values and

norms as would help them serve the people better.  Inculcate integrity of the highest order, sensitivity to aspirations of people in a

fast-changing social and economic milieu, respect for human rights, broad liberal perspective of law and justice and high standard of professionalism

  Last but not the least, to lead and command the force with courage, uprightness,

dedication and a strong sense of service to the people.

DUTIES OF IPS OFFICER

Exam PATTERN

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PART-A - PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

Prelim Exam Pattern

PAPER SUBJECT MARKS DURATION

PAPER 1 GENERAL STUDIES

200 Marks 2 HOURS

PAPER 2 GENERAL APTITUDE

200 Marks 2 HOURS

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Exam is conducted in May each year.

Multiple Choice, Objective Test

Negative Marking Penalty for wrong answers is 1/3rd i.e. 0.33 of the marks assigned

to that question will be deducted as penalty If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a

wrong answer If a question is left blank i.e. no answer is given by the candidate,

there will be no penalty for that question

Passing Criteria – 12 to 13 times of the No. of Vacancies

Results are expected in 30- 45 days

Prelim Exam Pattern

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Paper I – General Studies (200 marks) Duration : Two hours

Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic

Geography of India and the World. Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political

System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Economic and Social Development - Sustainable

Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc.

General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change - that do not require subject specialisation

General Science

Syllabi for Prelim Exam

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Paper II- General Aptitude (200 marks) Duration: Two hours English –

Reading Comprehension English Language Comprehension skills Interpersonal skills including communication skills

Reasoning – Logical reasoning and analytical ability Decision-making and problem solving General mental ability

Mathematics – Basic numeracy (numbers & their relations, orders of magnitude,

etc.) Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc.)

Syllabi for prelim Exam

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Eligibility Criteria - Those who clear the Prelims Exam are eligible to appear for the Mains Exam

Forms for the Mains exam will be sent by UPSC

All 9 papers are Subjective Tests

MAINS EXAM PATTERN

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Both these papers are Qualifying Papers and hence its is critical to prepare thoroughly

Only if you clear these two papers, remaining papers are evaluated

English is Mandatory

The marks obtained in these two papers will not be counted in the final ranking

Mains Exam PatternPaper Description Marks

Paper-I One of the Indian Language

300 Marks

Paper-II English 300 Marks

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Mains Exam PatternPaper Description Marks

Paper-III Essay 200 Marks

Paper-IV General Studies 300 Marks

Paper-V General Studies 300 Marks

Paper-VI Optional Subject 1 – paper 1

300 Marks

Paper-VII Optional Subject 1 – paper 2

300 Marks

Paper-VIII Optional Subject 2 – paper 1

300 Marks

Paper-IX Optional Subject 1 – paper 2

300 Marks

Total Marks for Written Examination 2000 Marks

Interview Test 300 Marks

Grand Total 2300 marks

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Mains Exam Pattern

List of optional subjects for Main Examination

1. Agriculture2. Animal Husbandry &

Veterinary Science3. Anthropology4. Botany5. Chemistry6. Civil Engineering7. Commerce and

Accountancy8. Economics9. Electrical

Engineering

10. Geography11. Geology12. History13. Law14. Managemen

t15. Mathematic

s16. Mechanical

Engineering17. Medical

Science18. Philosophy

19. Physics20. Political Science and

International Relations21. Psychology22. Public

Administration23. Sociology24. Statistics25. Zoology26. Literature

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Candidates will NOT be allowed to opt for the foll. Combinations of subjects:

(a) Political Science & International Relations and Public Administration

(b) Commerce & Accountancy and Management;

(c) Anthropology and Sociology;

(d) Mathematics and Statistics;

(e) Agriculture and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.

(f) Management and Public Administration;

(g) Of the Engineering subjects, viz., Civil Engineering, Elec. Engineering and Mechanical Engineering–not more than one subject.

(h) Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science and Medical Science.

Mains Exam Pattern

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Only those Qualifying the Mains Exam will be summoned for the interview @ Dholpur House, New Delhi

The number of candidates to be summoned for interview will be about twice the number of vacancies to be filled

Interview will be for 30 – 60 minutes approximately

Interview panel would include – Retired Judge, Retired Colonel, Ex-Vice Chancellor of University, Subject Matter Expert etc.

Interview

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SKILLS JUDGED IN THE INTERVIEW ROUND Smart & Witty Answers Clarity of expression Grasp of narrative and argument Reasoning ability Appreciation of different points of view Awareness and concern for socio-economic

problems, ranges and depth of interests and personal attributes relevant to interaction with people

In-depth knowledge of Optional Subjects

Interview

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“Why do you want to become a Civil Servant?”

"What are the problems faced by wheat cultivators in your state?"

"Is there a law in physics, which is relevant to administration?" 

“Don't you think you can serve your country better by remaining a doctor and treating poor patients? Why do you want to be a civil servant?" 

INTERVIEW SAMPLE QUESTIONS

WHY Civilservicesportal.com?

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1. Most of our faculties have cleared their Prelim and Mains & Interview and expert & having good experience for UPSC.

2. We provide 24* 7 (Day & Night) - Library Cum Reading Room Facility, with 1000+ Books for Reference

3. Study Material of 3000+ pages & Tests Series for Mains and Prelims

4. Batch & Branch Flexibility as we have Widespread Network of Branches in India.

5. Unlimited Personalized (Individual) doubt solving & Writing improvement sessions and test review lectures.

5 Star Program

10 Stage program

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As a simulation of the actual test, we conduct a mock test to gauge the level of the student.

This helps us understand the strengths, grey areas to be polished to score better

This test is not for you but for us to assess you.

Stage 1 - Mock Test

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We will Master & Explain you in NCERT books. We Will Master you in History, Geography,

Indian Polity, Economics, Gen Science, GK , Current affairs.

We will master you how to read news paper and what is important for UPSC.

We will master you how to prepare from India year book, yogana, Frontline and what is important for UPSC.

Stage 2 – Prelims Paper 1 –General Studies

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Types of questions

English Reasoning - Logical Reasoning & Visual Reasoning Math - Quantitative Ability, Data

Interpretation(D.I.) & Data Sufficiency (D.S.)

Stage 2 – Prelims Paper 2 –General Aptitude

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Reading Comprehension Jumbled Sentences Fill in the Blanks Mark the Error Correct/Incorrect Sentences Cloze Passage Critical Reasoning Course of Action Cause-Effect Syllogisms

Prelims Paper 2 –General Aptitude Strategies for English

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Directions and Arrangements Series and Analogies Codes Logical Puzzles   Numerical Logic Selection Criteria

Prelims Paper 2 –General Aptitude Strategies for Reasoning

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Number Systems & Averages Percentages Ratio and Proportion Profit, Loss and Discount Time and Distance Interest and Growth Rates Linear Equations Circles Permutations and Combinations Data Sufficiency Tables and Case lets   Charts and Diagrams

Prelims Paper 2 –General Aptitude STRATEGIES FOR MATH & Data

Interpretation

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After undergoing rigorous training sessions, you would undergo 10 Tests

These tests would be of the same level as Civil Services Prelims Exam. This helps you to get a hands-on experience of your progress

Review of your performance would be done by our experienced faculty members.

They would identify your grey areas & the areas where you require, extra (personalized) coaching will be given.

Stage 3 - Prelim Tests Series & Review

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The aim of the paper is to test the candidate's ability to read and understand serious discursive prose, and to express his ideas clearly and correctly in English/ Indian language concerned.

Question Types:- (i) Comprehension of given passages (ii) Precise Writing (iii) Usage and Vocabulary (iv) Short Essay (v) Translation from English to the Indian language and vice-versa

Note 1 : The Papers on Indian Languages and English will be of Matriculation or equivalent standard and will be of qualifying nature only. The marks obtained in these papers will not be counted for ranking.

Note 2 : The candidates will have to answer the English and Indian Languages papers in English and the respective Indian language (except where translation is involved).

Stage 4 – Strategies for 2 Qualifying Papers

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How to Plan your essay – spend at least 5-7 minutes in enlisting the points you want to write upon

How to plan and write an impressive opening paragraph and concluding paragraph of the essay

Maintain a logical flow of ideas within the essay, Re-order those points enlisted

How to Include examples to support your stand

How to use correct grammar in your sentences and avoid sentence construction errors

How to improve on your vocabulary & Overall Writing Skills

Stage 5 – Strategies for Essay writing

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GENERAL STUDIES - PAPER - I

1. History of Modern India and Indian Culture 2. Geography of India 3. Constitution of India and Indian Polity 4. Current National Issues and Topics of Social Relevance

GENERAL STUDIES - PAPER - II

1. India and the World 2. India’s Economic Interaction with the World 3. Developments in the Field of Science & Technology, IT and space 4. International Affairs and Institutions 5. Statistical analysis, graphs and diagrams

Stage 6 – Strategies for General Studies

The above subjects are taught by specialized and experienced faculties who

advise to focus on 60% of the core topics rather than mastering the whole

subject which is vast !

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Comprehensive study material per subject will be provided

Lectures on weekly basis in small group of students

Concepts are taught in detail by the Faculty / Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Revision and periodic tests

Discussion of past question papers

Stage 7 – Strategies for Optional Subject -1

& 2

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Daily Tasks of Writing Assignment of 25 pages which will corrected by the mentor

Work to improve your grammar, sentence construction, logical flow of ideas etc.

Improve on your vocabulary to use to good quality words

Stage 8 – Strategies for Improving OVERALL writing skills

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After undergoing rigorous training sessions, you would undergo 10 Tests per subject

These tests would be of the same level as Civil Services Mains Exam. This helps you to get a hands-on experience of your progress

Review of your performance would be done by our experienced faculty members.

They would identify your grey areas & the areas where you require, extra /personalized coaching will be given.

Stage 9Mains Test Series & review

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Mock interview sessions

Mock interview Panel would include current IRS officer

Tips / Tricks to give SMART answers for the latest sample questions

Guidance will be given on – How to be dressed for the interview How to maintain the right body language How to be politically correct in your responses

Stage 10 Grooming for Interview

Fee (As Per list) For Group & 1-0n-1

Batch timing: Week days / Sundays

Study material would be provided

Updates on new vacancies would be provided

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