What Is The Difference Between Upsc Mains And Upsc Prelims?

Is UPSC Prelims tough or mains?

The UPSC Mains exam is very tough as compared to the prelims. Consider these stages as a hierarchy which only increases the challenging intensity with every level. Many think that the competition is lower in mains which is true.

Are books for UPSC prelims and mains are same?

Is there a single book that covers all topics of IAS Prelims and Mains? No. There is no such book. Considering the vast nature of the UPSC syllabus, it is not possible to include everything an aspirant needs to study in a single book.

Should I prepare for prelims first or mains?

We recommend that you start your mains preparation along with the IAS prelims preparation. Focus on covering the portions in the prelims GS paper first. Then move on to the other sections even before the prelims. Only this way you will be able to cover the UPSC syllabus before the mains exams.

Are there 2 prelims in UPSC?

There are two papers in UPSC Prelims which are: UPSC Prelims General Studies (General Awareness) Paper I. UPSC Prelims General Studies (Civil Services Aptitude Test) Paper-II.

Can I clear UPSC in 4 months?

If your basic knowledge about some humanities subjects like History, Geography, Economics and Polity are clear, then you may too clear the exam in just four months of dedicated studies.

Can I clear UPSC in 6 months?

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 skip NCERT for UPSC?

It is recommended that candidates go through the NCERT books as the information available is not just comprehensive but also reliable. Textbooks from class VI to XII can be of great use for both prelims and mains examination. Read Further: Complete List Of NCERT Books Needed For UPSC Preparation.

Is there Math in UPSC Prelims?

UPSC Prelims paper which is known as CSAT comprises questions from reasoning. mathematics and comprehension. Although you only need to obtain 33% to qualify in the paper even though if you are sound in math and reasoning then paper 2 will be a cakewalk for you or you might end up trapped in the exam.

What are the 9 papers in UPSC mains?

The 9 papers in IAS Exam (Mains) are as follows: Paper-A (Compulsory Indian Language); Paper –B (English) which are qualifying in nature, while the other papers like Essay, General Studies Papers I, II, III, and IV, and Optional Papers I and II are considered for the final ranking.

Can I clear prelims 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.