Hi Imran, To pursue a career in Civil Services by joining IPS/ IAS , one requires to write and qualify the UPSC exams , which are conducted in two phases: Preliminary test (CSAT) and Main Written Test. CSAT: It is an Objective type examination consisting of Two Papers that is common to all candidates from 2011 having special emphasis on testing their aptitude for civil services as well as on general knowledge. Main Exam.: Those who qualify the CSAT exam are shortlisted for the Main exam. It is a descriptive (essay type) examination. The General Studies, Essay paper, English Paper are common to all candidates and with this a candidate has two optional subjects to choose from the given options and a language paper of his / her choice. After qualifying the test, shortlisted candidates are called for the interviews and then the final selection takes place. To gain more information, I would suggest you to mention your educational qualification and other related details. Kindly revert for any further queries, also if you liked this answer then rate it 'Best answer' or give a 'Thumbs Up' rating. All the best!

upsc exam

i want to appear for upsc exam? i dont have any idea baout it and i wolud like to go for IPS or IAS? will u please guide me to start preparig

72 Views|Posted 2011-03-25 18:54:08

Asked by Imran Khan

The question is closed for answering

2 Answers

Sort by:

Answered by

Priya Saxena | Guide-Level 11

2011-03-29 10:36:55

Hi Imran, To pursue a career in Civil Services by joining IPS/ IAS , one requires to write and qualify the UPSC exams , which are conducted in two phases: Preliminary test (CSAT) and Main Written Test. CSAT: It is an Objective type examination consisting of Two Papers that is common to all candidat