It’s a known fact that some of the IAS aspirants end up making a wrong choice of optional subject in UPSC Mains because of lack of information and also due to certain misgivings and myths regarding ...

UPSC: The UPSC IAS Mains Optional papers carry a total weightage of 500 marks. The optional papers are divided into two papers - Papers I & II carrying 250 marks each. For the UPSC Main exam, the ...

UPSC Aspirant: Hi, I’m a UPSC aspirant and I’m a bit confused about selecting the optional subject. Can you guide me on how to select an optional subject? Rau’s IAS: Sure, choosing an optional subject ...

Over the years, Tina Dabi’s academic journey has always been a topic of interest, particularly after she topped the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2015 with an All India Rank of 1. Tina Dabi is an ...

The Indian Administrative Service, or IAS, is a branch of the Civil Services. The UPSC offered 796 open positions for UPSC IAS candidates in 2020. Every year, there are usually 180 open positions for ...

Revision is crucial for success in the UPSC Civil Services Main exam, which covers a wide range of topics. Candidates should create a realistic study timetable, break down the material, prioritize ...

Smita Sabharwal is among the most well-known and respected IAS officers in India. She was academically bright from an early age. She was born in an army family. Sabharwal is an Indian Administrative ...