How to clear UPSC in first attempt?
I want to take geography as my optional subject in UPSC. I have scored 85 percent in my 12th class.
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One of the most challenging exams in India is the UPSC civil services exam. To pass this exam, it typically takes students more than two tries. However, each year a number of applicants succeed on their first attempt at the UPSC exam. Some of them even succeed in acing the test and receiving excellent scores. The first effort to become IAS is as follows:
1. Rationalize the UPSC Syllabus.
2. The IAS curriculum should not be viewed as a whole; instead, divide and conquer.
3. Establish a schedule and adhere to it carefully.
4. Participate in Valuable Conversations.
5. Solve Mock Papers Often.
6. Practice writing answers.
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The candidates can cover the IAS prelims syllabus if in six months if they are appearing for it for the first time. In case, the candidate has cleared the prelims earlier, he or she can prepare it in three months.
The Union Public Service Commission will notify the UPSC IAS Syllabus 2026 in its official notification. The Commission will release the Civil Service 2026 notification on January 14, 2026.
In my opinion, if you want to prepare for UPSC or any other competitive exams later, you can pursue a BA in Political Science, Economics, History, or Sociology. Since their syllabus is heavily equipped with GK, Indian and world history, public policy, public administration, Indian and world politics, it'll be easier for you to strengthen your base.
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No, the Commission do not mention any Minimum Qualifying Marks for the General Studies Paper 1. But there is a criteria of Minimum 33 % for the General Studies Paper 2 (Aptitude) paper.
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