Top 10 Most Googled Queries About UPSC CSE Exam And Their Answers

The Civil Service Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is attempted by lakhs of students in the country. The commission releases about 1000 vacancies every year, for which more than 10 lakh candidates appear for the examination. The level of competition is quite high. Many candidates start preparing for the UPSC examination after the 12th  grade, some after graduation and others after gaining job experience.

There is no restriction on the age or class at which one should start preparing for the UPSC exam. There are many exams like NEET that have to be passed after class 12th. Their preparation started after class 10th. The UPSC CSE exam has to be given after graduation, so there is no hurry. It is better to start preparing for the exam early to strengthen the grip on the basics.

Many candidates appearing for the UPSC Civil Service Exam check the information on Google for proper guidance. This gives them an idea about the exam and makes preparation easier. Know the answers to some questions that are asked by many students on Google.

Who can appear for the UPSC exam?

Indian citizens who have obtained a graduation degree in any stream can appear for the UPSC exam. Attempts and age limits have been fixed for candidates belonging to each category in General, SC, ST, OBC, PH and EWS. For further details, you can visit the official website at upsc.gov.in.

Can you prepare for the UPSC exam after class 12th?

Most successful candidates and UPSC experts believe that one should start preparing for the UPSC exam after class 12th. Whatever optional subjects you want to take in the exam, you can study the same in your graduation.

Can you prepare for the UPSC exam after graduation?

A large number of candidates can start preparing for the UPSC exam during graduation or after graduation. Whatever stream you have opted for in graduation, you can take the same subject in the UPSC optional subject.

Can one prepare for the UPSC exam while working?

In the history of the Union Public Service Commission, many IAS, IPS, IRS and IFS officers prepared for the exam while working full or part-time jobs. For this, it is important to make the right strategy and time management.

Can one pass the UPSC exam without coaching?

Yes, absolutely one can pass the UPSC exam without coaching. If your concepts are clear and you are ready to work hard, then you can get the top government job in the country even without coaching, that is through self-study. If you want, you can attend online or free classes and practise with mock tests.

What is the right age to prepare for the Civil Services Exam?

Although you can start your preparation according to the age guidelines set by UPSC. But many experts believe that one should start preparing for the exam at the age of 18 to 23 years. It is easier to understand and recall things at this age.

Can we start preparing for the UPSC exam after class 10th?

If you are clear about your goal and you know that you want to become a civil servant in the future, then you can start preparing after the 10th. This does not mean that you have to leave the school syllabus and cover the UPSC syllabus. You can choose subjects according to the UPSC in 11th.

Is it necessary to have a backup option while preparing for a government job?

The UPSC exam is the toughest in the country. In this, you compete with the top students in the country. In such a situation, you should also be prepared for defeat or failure. For this, you must have a plan B, that is a backup option for your career.

Can you top the UPSC exam in the first attempt?

IAS Kanishka Kataria, IAS Tina Dabi, IAS Shah Faisal, IAS Roopa Mishra, IAS Ankur Garg, IAS Saurabh Maheshwari and IAS Bhavana Garg topped the UPSC exam with first rank in their first attempt. With a little hard work, you can also achieve success.

Does school education help in the UPSC exam?

The syllabus of UPSC is based on NCERT. Students who study NCERT books from classes 6th to 12th thoroughly can easily crack the exams. Students can take notes while reading.

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