How can I top in IAS exam?

10 Golden Tips from IAS Toppers to Top in UPSC Civil Services
  1. Be Positive and Confident. ...
  2. Be Aware With The Important Updates. ...
  3. Stay Well-Informed About UPSC IAS Exam Pattern & Syllabus. ...
  4. Hard Work and Pure Dedication Is the Key to Success. ...
  5. Plan Your Preparation Wisely. ...
  6. List Out the Right Study Material. ...
  7. Practice More And More.
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How can I get first rank in IAS?

Be clear about the exam pattern, syllabus and the demand of UPSC. Don't be distracted, always be inquisitive in your approach. Most importantly, don't waste time. Even if you get 5 minutes, try utilizing it in studies.
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Which is highest post in IAS?

The position of a cabinet secretary is thus, the highest position an IAS officer can hold. To give you an insight into how important is the role of cabinet secretary, the cabinet secretariat comes directly under the prime minister of India.
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Which subject is best for IAS?

Bachelor degrees in History, Economics, Polity, Sociology are considered the most appropriate subjects for UPSC because of their relevance to most of the syllabus.
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How are IAS selected?

IAS Exam Highlights

The selection of the candidates will be made through the preliminary exam, main examination and an interview/personality test. This year-long selection process will begin in the month of June and conclude in April. The final merit list for the CSE will be released in May.
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How To Top in UPSC IAS in First Attempt || पहले Attempt में ही UPSC IAS में Top कैसे करें ?



What is lowest post in IAS?

Career progression. At the beginning of their career, IAS officers receive district training with their home cadres followed by their first posting. Their initial role is as a assistant collector cum sub-district magistrate and they are placed in charge of a district sub-division.
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Who is bigger than IAS?

In India, Cabinet Secretary is the highest post for which only one IAS officer can be appointed. Moreover, the state has a chief secretary, a top post who is also an IAS officer. At the post of home secretary, the IAS officer is appointed. The IPS officer becomes the Director-General of police of the state.
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Is IAS exam difficult?

It is indeed immense and contains a diverse range of subjects, unlike many other exams where you need expertise only in one or two subjects. If you look at the success rate in the IAS exam, you will understand why it is considered one of the toughest exams in India and some say, the world.
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How can I become a topper?

11 Habits to Become a Topper
  1. Regularly Attending Classes. ...
  2. “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” ...
  3. Understand More and Cram Less. ...
  4. Regular Revision. ...
  5. “Practise Makes a Man Perfect.” ...
  6. Say No to Last Moment Exam Preparations. ...
  7. Get Interested in What You Are Studying. ...
  8. Learn From Your Mistakes.
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Can I clear IAS in 1 year?

Yes, 1 year is sufficient for IAS preparation without coaching. If you do focus study then you can clear this exam in your first attempt. Preparing for UPSC itself is a full time job ,during preparation you need to work hard daily at least 6-8 hours.
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What if I fail in IAS interview?

It is very disheartening if a candidate has failed in UPSC Interview. However, it is equally depressing if a candidate has failed in UPSC Prelims. Even if a candidate fails in any one of the stages of the Civil Services Exam, the candidate has to start from scratch again.
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Is IAS job easy?

India, being an IAS is a dream of lakhs of people but the only a handful of them can achieve it. The level of competition in the UPSC exam is huge but is it too huge that 99.9% of applicants get failed in it! Well, this exam is tough it's true but most of the time candidate' own mistakes dragged them towards failure.
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What is IAS salary?

The basic salary of an IAS officer is Rs 56,100 as per 7th Pay Commission. In addition to the salary, an IAS officer is also given several other allowances, including Travel Allowance and Dearness Allowance. The basic per month salary of an IAS officer can go on to reach Rs. 2,50,000 for a Cabinet Secretary.
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Can IAS control police?

The top post in the state bureaucratic structure is the Chief Secretary of the state government. An IAS officer can only hold this position. Even the post of Union Home Secretary is also held by IAS officer. IPS can become the Director-General of Police of the state.
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Can IAS suspend IPS?

Although there are several criteria for suspension of the officer, it is reviewed carefully, keeping the dignity of the officer. Simply speaking, only the President of India can suspend or dismiss IAS officers after reviewing their case. The central government also has rights in this matter.
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Are IAS officers Rich?

Apart from having a steady salary and numerous benefits, the career of an IAS officer is not very lucrative. However, there are always ways of earning more. IAS officers can use their own wits and experience to advise relatives and friends in their ventures and earn a steady flow of money through them.
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What are the 24 posts in UPSC?

All India Services
  • Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
  • Indian Police Service (IPS)
  • Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
  • Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IA&AS)
  • Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS)
  • Indian Corporate Law Service (ICLS)
  • Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS)
  • Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES)
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Can 12th pass apply for UPSC?

The basic eligibility criteria required to appear for this exam is – candidate must possess Graduate Degree from a recognized University/Institute! So technically, 12th passed students can't appear for this exam right after 12th.
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What are the 3 stages of UPSC exam?

Civil Services Examination
  • UPSC CSE.
  • UPSC CSPE (Preliminary)
  • UPSC CSME (Mains)
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What is the age limit for IAS?

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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