Who cleared UPSC in 1st attempt?

Ananya Singh, a native of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh cleared the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in her very first attempt in 2019. The 22-year-old who cleared one of the most difficult all India competitive exams said that a proper timetable is a key to the preparation for the UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE).

Is it possible to get IAS in first attempt?

Good discussions will give you an edge over others – not just in Prelims and Mains, but in interviews as well. Make sure you solve enough number of mock papers for both Prelims and Mains; this is a must before you step into the UPSC exam for your first attempt.

Is IAS A Satyam Gandhi?

Satyam completed his schooling from Kendriya Vidyalaya and graduated from Delhi University’s Dyal Singh College in BA (Hons) in Political Science. Satyam said that his grandfather wanted someone in the family to become an IAS officer, and he made up his mind to fulfil that dream.

Can UPSC be cleared without coaching?

Yes, one can clear the IAS exam without coaching. If you are good at self-study, you can clear UPSC CSE without any classroom coaching.

What is the percentage of first-timers in IAS exam?

Only 1 out of 10 selected candidates is a first-timer! In 2015-16, only 7.3\% out of all the recommended candidates for various services candidates cleared the UPSC Civil Services Exam in their first attempt. In 2016-17, the performance of first-timers was much better, but still low, at 10\%. IAS Exam: A Game of Persistence and Hardwork!

How many attempts are required to get into the IAS?

Analysing previous year trends of candidates who were selected into civil services like IAS, IPS, IFS etc, it is found that 90\% candidates made it into the final rank list only after more than 1 attempt; some only after 8 attempts or more. Only 1 out of 10 selected candidates is a first-timer!

Why are aspirants afraid of IAS exam?

Aspirants take the decision to be IAS officer, but after starting the preparation, they get afraid about the competition for this exam. This creates insecurity in their mind that they might not clear UPSC IAS Exam in First attempt.

How much time does it take to prepare for IAS exam?

Your initial 5-6 months will be invested in clearing the basics and understanding the overall exam pattern. So, sometimes it may take 1 extra attempt than what you have expected. So, if you have taken the decision to be an IAS Officer, then you must atleast keep patience and faith in yourself for 2 UPSC IAS attempts.