How to Prepare for UPSC IAS Exam while Working-Topper Tips

Preparing for UPSC while in job is tough but not impossible

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2019 IAS Topper Pradeep Singh had succeeded in this while in job

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Time management is the most important part of UPSC preparation during job

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You should focus on time in minutes instead of hours. Every minute matters.

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You have to be smart in time management and use of resources, especially the use of internet

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Stay positive while preparing. it really helps

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Don't compare yourself with the aspirant who is sitting in the room studying for 12-14 hours

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Studying regularly for 4-5 hours daily can also give you success in this exam.

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It would be more useful to read a few standard books over and over again rather than getting bogged down in more books

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Stay positive and believe in yourself, success is sure for you.

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Preparing for UPSC while in job is tough but not impossible

2019 IAS Topper Pradeep Singh had succeeded in this while in job

IAS Exam Strategy

Time management is the most important part of UPSC preparation during job

IAS Exam Strategy

You should focus on time in minutes instead of hours. Every minute matters.

IAS Exam Strategy

You have to be smart in time management and use of resources, especially the use of internet

IAS Exam Strategy

Stay positive while preparing. it really helps

IAS Exam Strategy

Don't compare yourself with the aspirant who is sitting in the room studying for 12-14 hours

IAS Exam Strategy

Studying regularly for 4-5 hours daily can also give you success in this exam.

IAS Exam Strategy

It would be more useful to read a few standard books over and over again rather than getting bogged down in more books

IAS Exam Strategy

Stay positive and believe in yourself, success is sure for you.

IAS Exam Strategy