I failed in my first 4 Prelims because I ignored... | Akanchha Singh AIR 44, UPSC CSE 2023

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Published 2024-04-27
In this enlightening episode, we have with us Akanchha Singh, who secured All India Rank 44 in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023 on her 5th attempt. Akanksha shares her comprehensive preparation strategy, from meticulously starting mains preparation well before prelims to balancing a full-time academic job. She also discusses the mental and emotional aspects of preparing for such a demanding exam, emphasizing the importance of self-care and maintaining a healthy mindset. Tune in to gain valuable insights fromAkanchha’s journey and her advice for future aspirants.

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00:00 Intro
00:45 About Akanchha singh
01:25 Akanchha never missed a mock test.
05:00 When did she start her preparation?
06:42 Why different did she do in her 5th attempt?
09:03 How to tackle new pattern of UPSC Prelims
10:33 Jo humare hath me hai usi pe or dalna chayiye
12:40 Mindset during the 5th attempt: PYQs zindabad
14:10 How should you analyze PYQ's for Prelims?
16:07 PYQ's for Mains?
17:27 How to break a mains question?
20:19 Note making for Mains
22:42 Managing job and UPSC
24:53 Motivation to continue preparing for UPSC
26:06 Is doing BA, MA, M.Phil worth it?
27:58 How to prepare for Geography optional
29:20 Tips for students taking geography optional
33:10 Why did she choose UPSCprep.com?
34:58 Experience of interview
37:00 How helpful was your experience of teaching?
38:00 Simplifying Essays
40:20 Advice to someone preparing for prelims 2024
41:42 Should you make notes for Prelims?
42:55 What would she recommend to working candidates?
44:12 Mental & Physical health
46:25 Having a relationship while preparation
48:47 Dealing with uncertain future
50:20 Something for the aspirants

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UPSC Civil Services Exam is one of the most prestigious exams in the country. It has three parts, the Prelims exam, the Main exam and the Personality test, which you need to clear in order to become an IAS or IPS officer. All other Group A services of the Government of India recruit people through the UPSC Civil services exam itself and because of this, there is a lot of competition in this exam. Hence, your UPSC preparation should be strategic, informed and well planned.

Your UPSC preparation should not be based on blind adherence to any program. Rather you should give a thought about how your are preparing. The best way to go forward is to study the blogs and tips given by previous year toppers about how to go about UPSC CSE for all three stages of UPSC Prelims, UPSC Mains and the Personality test also known as the UPSC Interview, and then make your UPSC preparation strategy accordingly.

Doing static subjects like polity, economy, environment, geography and history for your UPSC preparation is a solid bet to increase your chances of clearing this exam. But this must all be supplemented by current affairs for best effect.




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All Comments (21)
  • She is such a gem! Everything she told is with practicality and honesty Must watch - who r thinking to leave the job. Bcz what she told is 100% true. It's very stressful when you r not employed. It bothers a lot. Plz don't leave job for UPSC especially if u not from too wealthy family. Thank u sir. U asked just perfect questions.
  • 00:02 Changed focus from failure to learning 02:24 Regular practice of answer writing helped me clear Prelims 07:32 Consistently attempting mock tests and increasing knowledge base helped in achieving a high score. 09:42 Key to success is to be fearless and confident in your journey 14:01 Focus on analyzing each option for UPSC prelims strategy 16:29 Addressing the question correctly is crucial for UPSC preparation 20:36 Importance of making notes for UPSC Mains prep 22:36 Balancing full-time job with UPSC preparation 26:27 Professional degrees are better than conventional degrees 28:30 Recommended books for Geography Optional and exam preparation. 32:19 The importance of good answer writing for scoring high in Geography optional 34:11 Preparing for UPSC interview and managing time effectively 38:06 Approaching essay topics with a game-like perspective can be effective 40:07 Tips for latecomers and beginners for UPSC CSE 2024 Prelims 44:01 Managing mental health and emotions is critical during UPSC journey. 45:53 Physical health is important for productivity 49:54 Understanding the difference between being alone and lonely is crucial for the journey of UPSC preparation 00:00 Ignoring current affairs led to failure in prelims Crafted by Merlin AI.
  • @DNR408
    Very very helpful please continue such Sir thank you so much. Very Insightful from Mam!
  • @pradipkumar9088
    excellent conversation gives us many hints what to do as IAS/ UPSC asoirants . thanks a lot sir.
  • @Pragya_453
    the way sir asks question is really engaging and helpful
  • Thank you for the interview. It is really inspirng. This yr I m giving my 3rd attempt. I m also working as an asst. prof at a govt. clg. I did my masters from JNU. Like she said I was also in the misconception that I will clear upsc pre easily as I cleared JNU entrance, UGC NET in very first attempt. But reality is different. Since a few months I was very confused regarding my dcsn of joining my job. But thanks to this interview, I m more sure that I took the right dcsn by taking the job. Thank you ma'am and thank you sir for this interview
  • @Dsyednavaz
    Hi bhaiya iam navaz tell about weekend coaching classes for engineering students pls bhaiya iam unable to understand the terms and iam at worst of vocabulary I learn 10 pages in 15 days by understanding all words with the help of dictionary I just need how to improve the vocabulary of English pls bhaiya
  • Pleases make detailed video of upsc cbi ldce examination ,very less information has on internet