UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam Syllabus

Exam on : 08 Jan 2021 - 08 Jan 2021

UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam Syllabus

Aspirants, willing to succeed in the exam, have to mug up the whole syllabus necessarily. Check it out in the following table.

Mains

  • One of the Indian languages from the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution is to be elected by the aspirant.

  • English Language.

  • General Studies (I, II, III, IV).

  • Optional Subject Paper I.

UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam Selection Process

The UPSC only elects the worthy candidates for the IAS Officer post. The selection process involves a definite way; check it in the tabulated form underneath.  

  • Applicants have to be successful in registering themselves for the IAS exam in the UPSC's online portal.

  • At next, aspirants successful in this work will come to sit for the prelims exam.

  • The Commission will shortlist the candidates entirely based on merit.

  • Next, they will appear for mains and perform well to get certified for the interview phase.

  • Finally, the UPSC will hire the decent folks fit for the IAS Officer post, based on their interview.

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UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam FAQs

Who is the governing authority of the Civil Services entrance exam?

The Union Public Service Commission regulates the Civil Services Examination.

Can an ordinary aspirant successfully crack the civil services exam?

There is no restriction of any ordinary student as per the UPSC whose score is average in his graduation level. Every year, a vast number of students holding moderate numbers crack this exam. Thus, this entrance requires hard work and dedication.

Why is the IAS exam date delayed?

The exam authority, i.e., the UPSC, has postponed the exam dates for the IAS Officer's recruitment concerning the global pandemic outbreak.

What is the earning of an IAS Officer?

The pay scale of an IAS Officer varies, counting upon the candidate’s age and experience. Check the official website for details.

How does the exam organization recruit folks for the post of an IAS Officer?

There are three stages for recruiting an IAS Officer, namely, the Prelims exam, Mains exam, and interview phase. Individuals longing for this post need to come through these stages successfully.

What is the curriculum, as per the UPSC for the Civil Services exam candidates?

According to the conducting body, i.e., the UPSC aspirants have to learn the syllabus formed by them. Check it in the article above.

Is it possible to prepare for the IAS exam without coaching?

Yes. Anyone can prepare for the IAS exam at home, without coaching. Nowadays, so many details are online and in books. You have to choose the best and a reputed source to gather information to accomplish the IAS exam mission.

What is the way of starting preparation for the IAS exam at home?

Start preparing the basics with daily newspaper and NCERT books. Complete all the subjects, namely Geography, Sociology, History, and Economics. Then start learning the dedicated books for each subject, backed with the newspaper.

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