UPSC exam is one of the toughest exams in India. The seats are few and the candidates are many. Right and focused approach is a must for the candidates to fetch positive results. Here are some tips how to get going and score high in upcoming UPSC prelims:
Be aware of the Exam Pattern
You must be thoroughly aware of the pattern of the question paper. For this, you can refer the exam papers of previous few years to understand what kind of questions are framed generally. It will give you an idea to help you with the right way of preparation. Find out about the negative marking percentage too so that you do not take weird guesses and attempt the questions which you don’t know.
Start with the Basic Books
Start with the basic books always. For added information you can always refer to other books once you are done with the basic ones.
Time Management
In every exam, time management plays a crucial role. You should not spend too much time attempting and thinking over the same question. Practicing Mock tests help a lot in time management.
Keep your cool
Keep your mind relaxed when you go to attempt the paper. Under stress, sometimes even a well-read student starts panicking and hence ends up ticking the wrong answers.
Cover every subject
Revising and studying all the subjects is the best way to crack prelims. Do not ever prioritize a certain subject thinking that most of questions will come from that subject. Do not omit important subjects like Economics, Political Science, and History. Pay more attention to GK and Current affairs especially the recent initiatives taken by the government.
