UPSC Exams-Time Management-Frequently Asked questions and Free Counselling

Dear Sir, I want to know that what is the optimal time required for preparing for CSE?

-Karthik

There is no optimal time for the preparation of the Civil Service Exams (CSE). Every individual has his /her talent, limitations and other barriers. There are students who have the capacity to read a subject within a short period. The same subject needs more time for other students. The time frame is also a subjective one. As the study/reading has different connotations, there is qualitative and quantitative study involved in the Civil Services preparations.

If you go through the previous years' questions and answers, it will give an idea about your standing in the subject. If you follow the strategy given by us on our website, which will also give a measurable scale about your capability and where you stand. So the time frame for the preparations varies from individual to individual. Thus, you are the best judge to decide on the time frame for your study.

There are instances of students preparing for hours together for two to three years and still failing in the exam. But there are others who used to study for 6 to 8 hours a day for just one year and are successful. This is because of their own talent, basic knowledge, intelligent study, proper strategy, reading appropriate books and other factors. However, the factor which comes above everything is hard work in the right direction.