BANK EXAMS UPSC (IAS/IPS).
🧭 1. Understand the IAS Exam Structure
The UPSC CSE has three stages:
Prelims (Objective Type)
Paper I: General Studies (GS) – Current events, history, polity, economy, geography, environment
Paper II: CSAT – Aptitude, comprehension, reasoning (qualifying only)
Mains (Descriptive Type)
9 papers (2 qualifying + 7 merit-based)
Essay
General Studies I – History, Culture, Society, Geography
General Studies II – Polity, Governance, International Relations
General Studies III – Economy, Science, Environment
General Studies IV – Ethics, Integrity, Aptitude
2 Optional Subject Papers
Interview (Personality Test)
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📚 2. Recommended Books
For Prelims & Mains:
History – NCERTs + India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra
Geography – NCERTs + Certificate Physical Geography by G.C. Leong
Polity – Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
Economy – Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
Environment – Shankar IAS Environment Book
Current Affairs – Newspapers (The Hindu or Indian Express), Yojana, Kurukshetra, and monthly compilations (Vision IAS, Insights, etc.)
CSAT – Practice from past papers and RS Aggarwal for aptitude
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🗓️ 3. Make a Timetable
Divide your preparation into phases:
Phase 1 (3–4 months) – Build conceptual understanding from NCERTs
Phase 2 (5–6 months) – Standard books + current affairs
Phase 3 (3 months before prelims) – Practice MCQs, mock tests, revision
Phase 4 (After Prelims) – Focus on Mains answer writing and optional subject
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🖊️ 4. Practice Answer Writing
Join a test series (offline/online) for Mains
Practice daily answer writing (e.g., from websites like InsightsIAS, ForumIAS, etc.)
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💻 5. Online Resources
YouTube Channels – StudyIQ, Unacademy, BYJU’S IAS, Drishti IAS
Websites – PIB, PRS India, UPSC official website
Apps – ClearIAS, InsightsIAS, Civilsdaily
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🧠 6. Tips for Success
Be consistent – daily 6–8 hours of study
Revise regularly
Make short notes for quick revision
Stay updated with current affairs
Take care of health and stress.
1. Understand the Exam Structure
The IPS is selected through UPSC Civil Services Exam, which has three stages:
Preliminary Exam (Objective)
Main Exam (Descriptive)
Interview (Personality Test)
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🔹 2. Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Indian citizen
Age Limit: 21 to 32 years (General category, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC)
Education: Graduate in any discipline
Physical Standards: Height, chest, vision requirements specific to IPS
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🔹 3. Syllabus Overview
✅ Prelims (2 Papers)
GS Paper I: History, Geography, Polity, Economics, Environment, Current Affairs
CSAT Paper II: Comprehension, Reasoning, Basic Numeracy (Qualifying)
✅ Mains (9 Papers)
Essay
GS I: History, Society, Geography
GS II: Polity, Governance, International Relations
GS III: Economy, Science, Environment, Security
GS IV: Ethics, Integrity, Aptitude
Optional Subject (2 Papers)
Language Papers (English & Indian Language - qualifying)
✅ Interview
Personality test to assess leadership, communication, decision-making.
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🔹 4. Preparation Strategy
📚 Foundation Building (Months 1–4)
NCERT Books (6th to 12th for History, Polity, Geography, Economics)
Standard books:
Polity: Laxmikanth
History: Spectrum (Modern), NCERTs
Geography: GC Leong, NCERT
Economy: Ramesh Singh or Economic Survey
Current Affairs: The Hindu / Indian Express + Monthly magazines (Vision/Insights)
✍️ Mains Focus (Months 5–10)
Answer writing practice daily (from Vision/Forum/IASBaba)
Essay practice weekly
Ethics case studies
🔁 Revision & Mock Tests (Last 3 Months)
Solve UPSC previous year papers
Attempt full-length mocks (Prelims & Mains)
Revise static & current affairs thoroughly
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🔹 5. Physical Fitness
As IPS requires fitness, ensure you:
Maintain physical stamina with daily exercise
Meet UPSC's physical standards (height, chest, vision)
Practice running, endurance, and basic fitness
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🔹 6. Optional Subject Selection
Choose based on:
Interest
Background (e.g., Sociology, Geography, PSIR are popular)
Availability of material and guidance
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🔹 7. Time Table Sample
Phase Focus Duration
Foundation NCERTs + Basic Books 4 months
Advanced Standard Books + Answer Writing 5 months
Revision Mocks + PYQs + Revision 3 months
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🔹 8. Useful Resources
Books: As listed above
Websites: upsc.gov.in, mrunal.org
Apps: InsightsIAS, VisionIAS, CivilsDaily
YouTube: StudyIQ, Unacademy, Drishti IAS
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