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Is only Ncert enough for UPSC?
Are NCERT books enough for IAS? NCERT books are a must for the IAS exam. However, candidates should also refer to subject-specific books (e.g. Indian Polity by Laxmikant) and keep tabs on current affairs.
Can UPSC be cleared without maths?
Maths is not so necessary but you are going to become an IAS so you have to know mathematics up to a certain extent. UPSC Prelims paper which is known as CSAT comprises questions from reasoning.
Can I qualify UPSC without coaching?
Yes, one can clear the IAS exam without coaching. But may not be ‘everyone’. It depends on his/her efficiency in self-study. If you are good at self-study, you can clear UPSC CSE without any classroom coaching.
Can I crack UPSC without making notes?
One cannot expect to clear the UPSC examination without preparing his notes and revising it regularly. Take any UPSC topper of any year and you will find almost all of them had notes making as part of their strategy to crack the UPSC examination.
Can I skip newspaper reading for UPSC?
Aspirants should know that it is not necessary to read the whole newspaper in detail as part of your IAS preparation.
Is 2 hours of studying enough for UPSC?
The UPSC civil services exam is considered one of the toughest exams in the country. And, because of this, a lot of people recommend studying for about 15 hours per day during the IAS exam preparation time.
What if I Cannot crack UPSC?
While preparing for the UPSC Civil Service Exam, you must be aware of the general awareness, finance and economy, so it will be easy for you. Thus, jobs in the Banking sector are also a good alternative career choice for candidates who did not crack the UPSC CSE.
Is IQ required for UPSC?
A lot of people think that Intelligence Quotient or IQ is about abstract intelligence. It is true that one does not need to have a superior IQ to clear the UPSC Civil Services Exam, yet when it comes to identifying how good a person’s analytical skills are, IQ is used to measure it.
Is 6 months enough for UPSC?
A 6 months long period is neither sufficient nor insufficient for UPSC prelims, it all depends upon the aspirant’s dedication and willingness to make it work.
Can I study alone for UPSC?
It takes a lot of guts to go solo in your IAS preparation. But if you are regular at your studies and plan well, you will surely get success. Work hard and smart, and never lose focus.
