UPSC CSE Preparation Strategy
Following are some general points for UPSC civil services aspirants. I have tried to compile all my opinion as response to questions asked by many aspirants. As I myself qualified long ago, I would refrain from giving detailed strategy myself. Further All points may not be relevant for you. Who should prepare for the civil services Exam ? CSE preparation require sincere effort of at least two years ie about 50 hours per week for normal candidates. College students > you can start as per availablity of time from your regular curriculum. But don't compromise your academics. If options available pick courses relevant for CSE. It's best time to master your optional, if chosen from same academic field. Along with Job > Giving up job is not necessary if you can afford 50 hours per week, you can give a shot. Avoid leaving a well paying job, until you are 100% sure that you will succeed. Coaching > is neither necessary nor sufficient. Further most the study material is a...