UPSC

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination is one of the most prestigious
and competitive exams in India. It is held annually for selecting candidates for the Indian
Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS),
& Other Allied Services.

UPSC Examination consists of three stages:

1. Prelims

2. Mains

3. Interview

The official notification for UPSC CSE Exam will be published by 1st Feb 2024.

Program Objectives

Our program of UPSC Test Series  is strategically designed to elevate your skills, enhance your analytical understanding, and bolster your language competency, all with the ultimate goal of preparing you to excel in the toughest phase of the Civil Services Examination through our online UPSC mock test.

Exampay offers a comprehensive test series that meticulously covers every facet of national and global events crucial for your upcoming examination. With an extensive focus on subject-wise topics in General Studies, you can comprehensively prepare yourself for India's most challenging exam from the comfort of your own home. Our UPSC mock test series platform provides a real-time test practice environment that acquaints you with the exam pattern, time constraint and other challenges posed by the UPSC.

IAS Exam Calendar 2024:

Date of Release of UPSC CSE Notification: 14th Feb 2024
Last Date to Apply: 5th March 2024
UPSC Preliminary Exam: 26h May 2024
UPSC CSE Mains Exam: 20th Sep 2024 onwards

In the previous year, approximately 11.52 lakhs of aspirants applied for the UPSC Prelims Exam held on 5th June 2023. Out of these, about 50-60% appeared for the exam, and 13,090 students qualified for the Mains Examination, which had 1,022 vacancies.
To succeed in any examination, understanding its purpose, requirements, pattern, and procedure is essential. Preparation should be target-oriented and results-driven. The UPSC syllabus is extensive, encompassing a wide range of topics and subjects. Therefore, consistent self-assessment from UPSC mock test prelims and revision are crucial.

A common mistake made by many aspirants is continually acquiring new knowledge without consistent revision. However, our approach emphasises qualitative parameters and result orientation. A candidate only needs to score approximately 50% to clear the prelims, making a focused and well-structured approach highly effective.

At EXAMPAY, we take pride in presenting a meticulously curated and all-encompassing UPSC test series, designed to closely emulate the demands of the Preliminary Examination. We firmly assert that by diligently engaging with our test series, you can substantially augment your prospects for success in the UPSC Exam.


Pattern for CSE Preliminary Examination:

Pattern for CSE Preliminary Examination: The CSE Prelims Exam consists of two papers, General Studies-I and CSAT (GS Paper - II). While CSAT is qualifying in nature, the marks obtained in General Studies Paper I determine your selection for the Mains Exam.
Additionally, there is negative marking for incorrect answers, with 1/3rd of the marks allotted for questions being deducted. The UPSC mock test series help you to prepare for the exam pattern and excel in the exam.

Exam Syllabus for Prelims:

HISTORY: Immerse yourself in detailed questions covering Ancient, Medieval, and Modern
History. Gain insights into the early stages of civilizations, the administration of different
empires, the rise of nationalism, India's struggle for independence, and the art and culture of
the Indian subcontinent.

GEOGRAPHY: Delve into carefully curated questions on physical and human geography,
covering topics such as landforms, the origin and interior of the earth, the atmosphere,
climate, natural calamities, and the structure and composition of Indian and world physical
geography.

POLITICAL SCIENCE: Explore major political questions encompassing a vast array of
topics, including the constitution, state, national, and international events.

ECONOMICS: Master the basics of the economy with our comprehensive coverage of micro
and macroeconomics.

ENVIRONMENT: Develop a deeper understanding of ecology and the environment, with the
latest topics and current events covered in our questions.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Enhance your scientific knowledge with our test series,
which covers a wide range of topics, including defence, nuclear energy, robotics, and
nanotechnology, all in sync with current events.

Recommended UPSC Books: To aid your preparation, consider these recommended books for various subjects:

POLITY:
"Indian Polity" by M. Laxmikanth
"Introduction to the Constitution of India" by D. D. Basu
NCERT Books (Std VI to XII)
INDIAN ECONOMICS:
"Indian Economy" by Ramesh Singh
"Indian Economy Key Concepts" by Sankarganesh
NCERT Books (Std VI to XII)

GEOGRAPHY:
"Geography of India" by Majid Husain
"World Geography" by Majid Husain
"Oxford School Atlas"
"Certificate Physical and Human Geography"
NCERT Books (Std VI to XII)

HISTORY:
"History of Medieval India" by Bipin Chandra
"Indian Art and Culture" by Nitin Singhania
"A Brief History of Modern India" by Spectrum (Rajiv Ahir)
"Mastering Modern World History" by Norman Lowe
NCERT Books (Std VI to XII)

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY:
"Science and Technology for Civil Service Examination" by RP Agrahari
"Science and Technology in India" by Kalpana Rajaram
NCERT Books (Std IX to XII)

ETHICS:
"Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude" by Niraj Kumar
NCERT Books (Std VIII to XII)

ETHICS IN GOVERNANCE:
"Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude in Governance"

ENVIRONMENT & BIODIVERSITY:
"Environmental Ecology Biodiversity and Climate Change and Disaster Management"
NCERT Books (Std VI to XII)

Understanding UPSC Exam:

Eligibility: The UPSC exam is open to Indian citizens between the ages of 21 and 32, with a
bachelor's degree from a recognized university.

Exam Pattern: The UPSC exam consists of two stages: the preliminary exam and the main
exam. The preliminary exam is a multiple-choice test that assesses a candidate's general
knowledge and aptitude, while the main exam is a written test that assesses knowledge in
selected subjects.

Number of Candidates: The UPSC exam is highly competitive, with hundreds of thousands
of candidates applying each year. In 2021, approximately 10.58 lakh candidates applied for
the preliminary exam, with around 4,336 candidates selected for the main exam.

Selection Process: Based on scores in the preliminary and main exams, UPSC selects a
merit list of candidates eligible for the final round, which involves personal interviews and
personality tests.

Attempts Allowed:
General: 6 attempts and until the age of 32, OBC: 9 attempts and until the age of 35,
SC/ST: Unlimited attempts until the age of 40

KEY POINTS:

Clearing the UPSC exam is a challenging but achievable goal with the right
approach. Key highlights to consider while preparing for the exam include:

Comprehensive Syllabus Understanding: Develop a deep understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern. Know what topics are covered and how they will be tested.

Regular Reading and Study: Build a strong knowledge foundation through consistent reading and studying. Dedicate daily time for preparation.

Answer Writing Practice: Regularly practise writing answers to prepare for the Mains examination.

Prepare through UPSC mock test prelims: Start preparing for the exam using the UPSC test series specially the online UPSC mock test that will prepare you with the proper pattern and you can practise these tests based on real exam timing strategy.

Best Test Series For UPSC - Exampay UPSC Mock Test Series

From the start of the preparation of the UPSC exam to the preparation of the final exam your one stop guide to your final exam is the online UPSC Mock test from Exampay. The exampay’s UPSC mock test prelims.

Cracking the UPSC test series is not an easy task.  It requires strategic preparation and this is where the Exampay’s UPSC mock test series helps you excel. From providing the most comprehensive coverage and meticulously designed question papers with questions simulating the real pattern of the exam. Not only that, you can prepare the exam based on the UPSC exam timing and duration to solve questions in a certain time limit. 

Plus, you can even check your paper and other info in the end on how you did it in the exam.

Reasons For Attempting Online UPSC Mock Test

Sharpen your skills when you attempt the online UPSC mock test and ace the exam. There are multiple reasons why you should attempt the exam.

Exam Ready: These tests simulate the exam environment and familiarize the pattern of it.

Self Assessment: You can easily gauge your strength and identify the weaknesses based on maximum effect.

Knowledge Expansion: Through these UPSC mock test series you can discover concepts and get a new understanding.

Confidence booster: By practicing these UPSC mock test prelims regularly you can gain confidence to ace the final exam.

Community & Comparison: Connect with the different aspirants and compare the results for learning.

Benefits of Attempting UPSC Mock Test Prelims

Exam Familiarization: You can get familiar with exam format, question types and timing on how to attempt the exam.

Self-assessment: Gauge your assessment and pinpoint different weaknesses and tailor for the boost strengths.

Time Management History: Practice of allocation of time for important questions, ensuring better time management.

Knowledge expansion: Encounter different types of questions and uncover new concepts and thus solidify the understanding based on your improvement.

Cost-effective: The  online UPSC mock test  are cost-effective and provide a great and affordable access to exam test preparation.

Continuous Progress Tracking: Monitor the performance and celebrate the performance and you can ace the UPSC exam. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q.1 Which is the best UPSC mock test series for UPSC preparation?

Ans:  The best upsc mock test series are those that help in coverage of the whole syllabus, help you in preparation for tests and simulate the actual test for real-world examination. At Exampay we prepare the students for UPSC examination from each mock test series. We cover the entire syllabus and make you ready for the exam in the best possible ways.

Q.2 What are the benefits of solving the UPSC test series?

Ans: Through solving the UPSC test series you can easily prepare for the main examination and improve accuracy for the exam as well. This will also help you to identify your strengths and weaknesses and also help you to boost your confidence for the exam.

Q.3 Does Exampay’s UPSC mock test series provide answers as well?

Ans: Yes, Exampay’s mock test series does provide the answers for any test as well. These answers help the students to gauge their performance and you can easily compare your performance with the other candidates with the other aspirants as well. 

Q.4 Why are online UPSC mock tests necessary for UPSC Prelims exam preparation?

Ans: Online UPSC mock test are highly necessary as they help you to practice the latest levels of tests, the latest patterns, and different difficulty levels. This will also help you to understand what type of questions can come in the main exam. Also, these mock tests can help you to practice time management according to the exam as well. 

Q.5 Can I access the UPSC mock test prelims on my mobile device?

Ans: Yes, you can easily access Exampay’s UPSC mock test prelims on your mobile device. You can access the mock test prelims from the Exampay Website or Exampay app on mobile. 

Q.6 Are the online UPSC mock test questions similar to the UPSC Civil Services Prelims exam?

Ans: Yes, the UPSC mock test questions are similar to the UPSC Civil Services Prelims Exam. These mock tests simulate the real-world environment of the test through the syllabus, exam pattern, exam format, allotted time, and quality of questions. These tests are designed by various experts and are updated regularly according to the changing UPSC trends.