What is the criteria for IAS? How to prepare for it?

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Shivangi Gupta | Contributor-Level 9

2013-12-04 17:57:01

Hi,
Thanks for the tag.
To prepare for the IAS exam, the preparation requires the right approach along with the right study materials and strategy.
- You may refer to books such as :
General Studies Manual
Indian Politics by Lakshmikanth
Ancient History by D.D.Kausambi’s
R.S.Agarwal [Arithmetic]
Wren & Martin [English Grammar]
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma
NCERT Science books of class IX and X
Social Science NCERT books of class IX to XII
Modern Indian history by Bipan Chandra
Geography NCERT books of class XI and XII
School Atlas of Oxford Publication
Political Science NCERT books of class XI and XII
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Manmeet Kaur | Guide-Level 12

2013-12-04 17:48:47

Hi,
UPSC examination is conducted every year and on the basis of this examination a number of IAS, IPS, IFS officers are recruited.
To be eligible :
- You need to pass graduation in any field from any recognized university.
- You are eligible if you are in the final year of graduation.
- Your age must be between 21 to 30 years. 3 and 5 years of relaxation for OBC and SC/ST respectively.
- You must be an Indian citizen.
You may sit for the exam, if you fulfill the criteria mentioned above.
For more details regarding exam, you may visit the official website mentioned below.
http://www.upsc.gov.in/
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shaban | Guide-Level 11

2013-12-02 10:32:39

Hi,
The Civil Services Examinations are held in two phases - the first is called the CSAT which replaces the Preliminary Examination (Prelims).
This has 2 papers - the general studies and general aptitude paper.
The second is Main Examination (Mains).
After that, there is the Personality Test or Viva-Voce before the final selection.Graduates can take the entrance examination.
Regarding preparation of this test, I would suggest you to join some good coaching institute in your city which offers quality coaching for civil service exam.
These institute offers regular and weekend classes, plus they conduct mock test on regular basis.
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Raj Aryan | Contributor-Level 9

2013-12-02 10:26:49

Hi,
IAS stands for Indian Administrative Service. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) of India conducts the exam and on the basis of the result IAS, IPS, IFS officers are selected. IAS officers hold key positions in the Union Government, State governments and public-sector undertakings.
The job profile of an IAS officer is truly multi-dimensional, challenging, exciting, and fulfilling at the same time.
IAS Officers are trained to handle government affairs. Their main work, especially at the centre, involves formulation and implementation of policies pertaining to a particular area e.g. finance, commerce, etc.
At the district level,

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Hi,
IAS stands for Indian Administrative Service. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) of India conducts the exam and on the basis of the result IAS, IPS, IFS officers are selected. IAS officers hold key positions in the Union Government, State governments and public-sector undertakings.
The job profile of an IAS officer is truly multi-dimensional, challenging, exciting, and fulfilling at the same time.
IAS Officers are trained to handle government affairs. Their main work, especially at the centre, involves formulation and implementation of policies pertaining to a particular area e.g. finance, commerce, etc.
At the district level, these officers are mainly concerned with district affairs, including implementation of developmental programs.
At the beginning of his career an IAS joins the state administration at the divisional level, as a sub-magistrate, and looks after law and order, general administration and development work in the area under his charge.
The mail role of an IAS officer are as follows:
1. Policy Executor.
2. Regulator.
3. Crisis Manager.
4. Policy Framer.
Please note that the All India Services have a crucial role to play in the development of the country.
The Central and State Civil Servants are in charge of the governance of the various departments to ensure that the administrative infrastructure works according to the Constitutional provision.
Civil Servants have 'power' and 'authority'. They are in fact the custodians of the civil rights and entitlements of every citizen.
The services need individuals with an intense desire for field work and an inclination for interaction with the common men and women.
In order to be successful in this field you need to have below mentioned skills:
- Civil servants are expected to show understanding of national and international affairs,and trends.
- Capability to assess the mood of the people.
- Commitment to the governance of the nation.
- Ability to take orders and maintain the line of command, etc.
I would request MSK70515 to give you detailed information regarding various institutes in India offering quality coaching for civil service exam.
I hope this answers your query.
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Thanks,
All the Best.

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Hi, IAS stands for Indian Administrative Service. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) of India conducts the exam and on the basis of the result IAS, IPS, IFS officers are selected. IAS officers hold key positions in the Union Government, State governments and public-sector undertakings. The job profile of an IAS officer is truly multi-dimensional, challenging, exciting, and fulfilling at the same time. IAS Officers are trained to handle government affairs. Their main work, especially at the centre, involves formulation and implementation of policies pertaining to a particular area e.g. finance, commerce, etc. At the district level, these officers are mainly concerned with district affairs, including implementation of developmental programs. At the beginning of his career an IAS joins the state administration at the divisional level, as a sub-magistrate, and looks after law and order, general administration and development work in the area under his charge. The mail role of an IAS officer are as follows: 1. Policy Executor. 2. Regulator. 3. Crisis Manager. 4. Policy Framer. Please note that the All India Services have a crucial role to play in the development of the country. The Central and State Civil Servants are in charge of the governance of the various departments to ensure that the administrative infrastructure works according to the Constitutional provision. Civil Servants have 'power' and 'authority'. They are in fact the custodians of the civil rights and entitlements of every citizen. The services need individuals with an intense desire for field work and an inclination for interaction with the common men and women. In order to be successful in this field you need to have below mentioned skills: - Civil servants are expected to show understanding of national and international affairs,and trends. - Capability to assess the mood of the people. - Commitment to the governance of the nation. - Ability to take orders and maintain the line of command, etc. I would request MSK70515 to give you detailed information regarding various institutes in India offering quality coaching for civil service exam. I hope this answers your query. If you like this answers, than please mark it as a Thumbs Up or rate it as a Best Answer. Thanks, All the Best.

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devraj singh

2013-11-29 21:33:50

Hello , IAS stand for Indian Administrative Services, is a service for governmental Administration, to become a IAS one should be INdian naionality, more than 21 years, and graduate from any discipline, This test conducts every year by UPSC(union public service commission) name as CSAT(civil services Aptitude test) . it conducts into following parts-
1.prilims (Objctive type)
2.Mains (subjective)
3. Interview
one can become IAS by having deep knowledge of your subject and have confident personality, Best of Luck

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