Remove negative people around you, UPSC aspirants told
3 days, 9 hours ago

Remove negative people around you, UPSC aspirants told

The Hindu  

The inaugural of the Union Public Service Commission aspirants club was organised by The Hindu in association with the Shankar IAS Academy at AVS Arts and Science College in Omalur on Thursday. At the event, Mr. Saravanakumar told students many civil servants were living inspirations for people and they did what they would not have done while they were a common man. Asking the aspirants to avoid negative people around them, Mr. Saravanakumar said aspirants should have positive surroundings and people around them to succeed. Later, the chief guest handed over special publications from The Hindu Group worth ₹30,000 L. Gokula Krishnan, faculty for development administration from Shankar IAS Academy, and T. Thilakraj, Salem branch head of Shankar IAS Academy, explained the civil services exams patterns.

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Civil services aspirants told to focus on academics and visualise goals
1 month ago

Civil services aspirants told to focus on academics and visualise goals

The Hindu  

Focus on academics as it is the foundation for competitive exams, said Anirudh R. Gangavaram, Assistant Commissioner of Central Goods and Services Tax, Salem, at the inauguration of the civil services aspirants’ club at Dhirajlal Gandhi College of Technology, in association with The Hindu and Shankar IAS Academy, in Salem on Friday. Comparing the UPSC exams to a cricket match, …

What the new UPSC question paper pattern is all about
2 months ago

What the new UPSC question paper pattern is all about

The Hindu  

The Union Public Service Commission Civil Services Exam, one of India’s toughest exams, has changed over time with the focus now being on testing thinking skills rather than just memory. In 2011, a major change occurred when the Optional paper in the Preliminary Exam was replaced by the Civil Services Aptitude Test, which focused on reasoning and problem-solving. In the …

Civil Services Aspirants' Meet: Focus on Current Affairs, Stay Updated and Manage Stress
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Civil Services Aspirants' Meet: Focus on Current Affairs, Stay Updated and Manage Stress

The Hindu  

The Hindu Civil Services Aspirants’ Meet focused on preparing students for the Civil Services examinations. The event featured motivational speeches by District Police Chief Chaitra Teresa John, emphasizing the importance of staying updated on current affairs and developing analytical and logical skills. The college authorities also shared their expertise on the UPSC examination pattern, process, structure, and strategies. The meet …

Hard work and dedication vital to clear civil services examination, aspirants told
6 months, 1 week ago

Hard work and dedication vital to clear civil services examination, aspirants told

The Hindu  

A meet for Union Public Service Commission exam aspirants was organised by The Hindu in association with the Shankar IAS Academy at Shri Sakthikailassh Women’s College in Salem on Friday. Advising the students to avoid social media as it diverts attention, Mr. Shashank asked them to use the internet in an efficient way. Start civil services preparation from college days …

Aim high and don’t be deterred by failures, civil services aspirants told
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Aim high and don’t be deterred by failures, civil services aspirants told

The Hindu  

Students should aim big and pursue their goals without being deterred by failures, P. Sridharan, Additional Commissioner of Income Tax, TDS Range, Madurai and Tiruchi Region, said here on Tuesday. Delivering the keynote address at UPSC Aspirants Meet organised by The Hindu and Shankar IAS Academy at the Bon Secours College for Women, Mr. Sridharan said that during his school …

‘Do not be fazed by failure,’ UPSC aspirants told
8 months ago

‘Do not be fazed by failure,’ UPSC aspirants told

The Hindu  

People who pass competitive exams are not superior beings and repeated failures should not deter one from trying again, said Amit Gupta, Assistant Collector, Tiruchi, on Saturday. The civil servant, from the IAS 2023 batch, was addressing an orientation meeting organised by The Hindu Civil Services Aspirants’ Club at Cauvery College for Women on Saturday, in association with Shankar IAS …

Want to give back to society, say UPSC toppers
11 months, 1 week ago

Want to give back to society, say UPSC toppers

The Hindu  

Aditya Srivastava who secured the top rank in the Civil Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission, results of which were declared on Tuesday, quit his job at Goldman Sachs, an investment banking company, to prepare for the examination as he wanted to get away from his desk job and work for the betterment of the society. Mr. …

Why we need to stop glorifying the Civil Services as a career option
1 year, 2 months ago

Why we need to stop glorifying the Civil Services as a career option

The Hindu  

Recently, I met a young man who had been preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Exam for the past four years but had not succeeded. The UPSC conducts the Civil Services Exam annually to select candidates for the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Revenue Service, among others. Perpetuating a myth In recent times, there have …

Tips to take on the UPSC Civil Services Exams
1 year, 10 months ago

Tips to take on the UPSC Civil Services Exams

The Hindu  

The Civil Services are the backbone of India’s administrative system. The UPSC Civil Services Examination is rigorous and covers a vast range of topics. With the exam season set to begin later this month, here are some tips to take you through: Get a sense of the playing field: It is essential to have a thorough understanding of the exam …

Civil services examination process becoming tougher, says former IAS officer
1 year, 11 months ago

Civil services examination process becoming tougher, says former IAS officer

The Hindu  

The examination process of selecting candidates for the civil services, by the Union Public Service Commission is becoming increasingly tough, said former IAS officer U. Sagayam. Speaking at a panel discussion on ‘Why civil services is the key to modern Indian aspirations’ organised jointly by education centre Veranda IAS and The Hindu, Mr. Sagayam said information garnered from previous years’ …

How does the UPSC Civil Services Exam work?
2 years, 2 months ago

How does the UPSC Civil Services Exam work?

The Hindu  

The minimum qualification for attempting the UPSC Civil Services Examination is a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. The first paper tests candidates on current events, India’s history, geography, polity and governance, economic and social development, environmental ecology, and general sciences. Paper II, called Civil Services Aptitude Test, focuses on comprehension, interpersonal skills, communication, logical reasoning, analytical ability, decision-making, data …

UPSC civil services exam 2023: ​ ​How to clear exam in the first attempt
2 years, 3 months ago

UPSC civil services exam 2023: ​ ​How to clear exam in the first attempt

Hindustan Times  

Every year, lakhs of students attempt the UPSC Civil Services Examination but only a handful find their names in the merit list. ​Correctly dubbed as one of the most competitive exams in the world, it tests a person on parameters of not only academic rigor but also determination, mental steadfastness, and perseverance.​ UPSC civil services exam 2023: Here is a …

UPSC Civil Services Exam: Tips to ensure emotional and physical health during IAS exam preparation
2 years, 4 months ago

UPSC Civil Services Exam: Tips to ensure emotional and physical health during IAS exam preparation

India Today  

The UPSC Civil Service Examination is considered one of the most challenging exams conducted across the country. Undoubtedly, such high stakes also offer aspiring candidates unparalleled stress, tension, and pressure to crack the competitive examination successfully. But candidates should remember that if they don’t take good care of their health, they can get afflicted by illness, lethargy, and lack of …

UPSC Civil Services Exam: Tips to Ensure Emotional, Physiological Healthy During IAS Exam Preparation
2 years, 10 months ago

UPSC Civil Services Exam: Tips to Ensure Emotional, Physiological Healthy During IAS Exam Preparation

News 18  

UPSC Civil Services exam considered to be one of the toughest exams held across the country. Read | UPSC Calendar 2023: Civil Services Exam in May, Check Other Major Exam Dates Next, make a flexible and realistic routine that you can follow with your heart regularly. Read | After Cracking IIT, IIM Entrances, Haryana’s Vineet Kumar Secures AIR 1 in …

What makes you a worthy UPSC Aspirant?
2 years, 11 months ago

What makes you a worthy UPSC Aspirant?

India Today  

The civil services examination is one of the most competitive exams in India. However, there are a few qualities, listed below, that set apart an individual as a worthy contender for the civil services: Perseverance UPSC examination process requires at least a year for preparation and another year for going through the exam cycle. Hard work and dedication Finally, the …

761 candidates clear civil services exam, Shubham Kumar tops: UPSC
3 years, 5 months ago

761 candidates clear civil services exam, Shubham Kumar tops: UPSC

India Today  

A total of 761 candidates have cleared the coveted civil services examination 2020, with engineering graduate Shubham Kumar and Jagrati Awasthi bagging the first and second ranks respectively. A total of 761 candidates -- 545 men and 216 women -- have cleared the examination and are recommended for various civil services by the Commission. Civil services' examination stages The civil …

5 ace strategies to kickstart your UPSC Civil Services exam preparation
3 years, 6 months ago

5 ace strategies to kickstart your UPSC Civil Services exam preparation

India Today  

The trick to cracking your UPSC Civil Services exam lies in preparing a winning strategy. Let’s take a look at some guiding principles to kick-start your UPSC Civil Services exam preparation. Break down your syllabus into parts Start with a thorough analysis of your UPSC Civil Services exam syllabus. - Article by Sajal Singh, Founder, Civilsdaily Read: Decoding the Civil …

UPSC invites suggestions for Civil Services recruitment, evaluation process
5 years, 5 months ago

UPSC invites suggestions for Civil Services recruitment, evaluation process

India Today  

The Union Public Service Commission, that conducts the prestigious civil services exams, is open to suggestions for improvement in areas such as recruitment and evaluation through interviews, Chairman Arvind Saxena said on Tuesday. According to a government statement, the UPSC chairman: "Enlightened the audience about the achievements and new initiatives being undertaken by the panel and informed them that the …

What are the qualities civil services aspirants must have?
5 years, 5 months ago

What are the qualities civil services aspirants must have?

India Today  

Number of aspirants appearing for civil services examination are surging every year, which evidently demonstrate the craze of UPSC examination among Indian youth. What are the qualities civil services aspirants must have? Before hashing out about the desired qualities and traits which civil services aspirants must have, let's discuss about an often unnoticed aspect "Ethics" and the crucial role it …

UPSC declares results of preliminary exam, 2019; here's the road ahead for civil services aspirants
5 years, 8 months ago

UPSC declares results of preliminary exam, 2019; here's the road ahead for civil services aspirants

Firstpost  

This is the first stage of a three-stage examination conducted by UPSC to select candidates for prestigious Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service and various other central services. Civil Services Preliminary Examination It comprises of two papers, namely General Studies Paper I and General Studies Paper II. General Studies Paper II General Studies Paper II which is …

‘Focussed approach necessary to crack civil services exam’
6 years, 11 months ago

‘Focussed approach necessary to crack civil services exam’

The Hindu  

“Preparing for civil services is a test of patience. Students must have a focussed approach to emerge successful in the examinations,” Additional Commissioner of Public Instruction Major Siddalingayya Hiremath said here on Friday. He was speaking at The Hindu IAS Assistance and Guidance Programme, organised in association with Department of Commerce, Karnatak University, and Gurudev IAS Academy at the Senate …

Aspirants' discontent
6 years, 11 months ago

Aspirants' discontent

The Hindu  

CIVIL services aspirants across India are protesting against the Central government’s refusal to allow them to appear for the examination one more time although the government has granted aspirants from Jammu and Kashmir a five-year relaxation in the upper age limit this year too. This, however, caused a great deal of heartburning among students of other States who have pleaded …

How to crack civil services exams? India’s top bureaucrat shares tips
7 years, 10 months ago

How to crack civil services exams? India’s top bureaucrat shares tips

Hindustan Times  

India’s home secretary Rajiv Mehrishi says that while being a ‘jack of all trades’ is probably not ideal for most professional pursuits, it is an approach that works well for those aspiring to the civil services in India. UPSC civil services preliminary examinations 2017 will be held on June 18. The 1978-batch Rajasthan cadre officer has written a book, “India …

Things you must know before you start preparing for UPSC civil services examination
8 years, 9 months ago

Things you must know before you start preparing for UPSC civil services examination

India Today  

One of the most competitive and prestigious exams, civil services, is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission, India's major regulating body. The UPSC conducts the Civil Services Examination, popularly known as IAS exam, in two phases namely- UPSC Prelims and UPSC Mains. Why IAS?/PI quotient Before stepping into the preparation of one of the most competitive exams in the …

Civil Services Exam Results To Be Announced Tomorrow
9 years, 8 months ago

Civil Services Exam Results To Be Announced Tomorrow

The Quint  

The results of the prestigious civil services examination, to select IAS and IPS officers, among others, will be announced tomorrow evening by the Union Public Service Commission. It is the first time that the Commission is declaring the final results within four days of the closing date for the personality tests or interviews, a senior official said. The civil services …

Civil services exam:Candidates asked to download e-call letter for interview
9 years, 11 months ago

Civil services exam:Candidates asked to download e-call letter for interview

India TV News  

New Delhi: Call letters for personality test will not be sent by post to the candidates who have cleared the civil services examination, Union Public Service Commission has said. "Candidates who have qualified for the personality test of civil services examination, 2014 are advised to download their e-summon letter and its attachments for the personality test. The civil services examination …

Civil service aspirants to protest outside BJP headquarter
10 years, 7 months ago

Civil service aspirants to protest outside BJP headquarter

India TV News  

New Delhi: Soon after the government indicated its stand that there will be no more further changes in the civil services examination pattern, protesting students said that they will demonstrate outside the Bharatiya Janata Party headquarter at Ashok Road in the nation capital today. Sources said that some opposition MPs may join the protesting students today.On Monday, the government had …

Civil Services aspirants demand change in syllabus
10 years, 8 months ago

Civil Services aspirants demand change in syllabus

India TV News  

New Delhi: Scores of civil services aspirants have demanded that the syllabus for UPSC examinations to select IAS, IFS, and IPS officers be changed to give level-playing field to those coming from rural areas. "There is a need to change second paper of Civil Services Examination which is known as Civil Services Aptitude Test, as it makes it difficult for …

DoPT notifies new UPSC format; weightage on general studies
12 years ago

DoPT notifies new UPSC format; weightage on general studies

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Aimed at overhauling civil service examinations, a new pattern giving more emphasis on assessing general studies and aptitude skills of aspirants has been notified by the government. add_main_imageThe Civil Services exams for the first time will also have a separate paper on “ethics, integrity and aptitude”, according to a gazette notification issued by Department of Personnel and Training …

Popular trainer
12 years, 7 months ago

Popular trainer

The Hindu  

Chanakya IAS Academy motivates candidates to convert their weaknesses into strengths and think like civil servants. Almost four lakh aspirants take the civil services examination each year and almost half of them come from rural and semi-urban backgrounds. One team focusses on subject matters and covers the syllabus of civil services examination and the other focusses on enhancing the skills …

Changing face
14 years, 10 months ago

Changing face

The Hindu  

THERE is a lot of debate within the discipline of public administration whether the bureaucracy should be heavy or thin. Depending on the number of positions every year, the UPSC chooses candidates and allots them the services according to their rank. The UPSC is all set to replace the Preliminary examination with a common Civil Services Aptitude Test next year. …

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