The last three months before the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination (UPSC Prelims) are critical for preparation.
With the right approach and strategy, you can make the most of this time and increase your chances of success in the examination. In this blog, we’ll outline some tips on how to use the last three months of UPSC preparation before prelims.
- Refine your study plan: The last three months is the time to finalize and refine your study plan. Focus on the most important topics and subjects that are likely to feature in the UPSC Prelims. Allocate sufficient time to each subject and ensure that you have covered all the topics in the syllabus.
- Practice writing answers: Writing practice is critical for success in the UPSC Prelims. The examination tests your ability to write concise, relevant, and well-structured answers. Make sure you practice writing answers to a variety of questions, and pay attention to the quality of your writing.
- Take mock tests: Taking mock tests is an excellent way to evaluate your preparation and identify areas where you need to improve. Make sure you take several full-length mock tests, and use the results to identify your strengths and weaknesses.
- Revise thoroughly: The last three months are the time to revise the syllabus thoroughly. Make sure you revise all the important topics, and pay special attention to areas where you have struggled in the past.
- Stay updated on current affairs: Stay updated on current events and developments by reading newspapers, following news websites, and subscribing to news channels. Make sure you are familiar with the most important events and developments that have taken place in the past year.
- Focus on time management: The UPSC Prelims is a time-bound examination, and time management is critical to success. Make sure you practice managing your time effectively, and allocate sufficient time to each question.
- Stay motivated: The last three months can be stressful and demanding, but it’s important to stay motivated and focused. Take breaks when you need to, and make sure you are taking care of your physical and mental health.
90-Day Study Plan For Preparing For The UPSC Civil Services Examination:
Days 1-30: Day 1-7: Focus on Indian History
- Read NCERT books for ancient, medieval, and modern history
- Take notes on important events and personalities
Day 8-14: Focus on Indian and World Geography
- Read NCERT books for geography
- Take notes on physical, social, and economic geography
Day 15-21: Focus on Indian Polity and Governance
- Read NCERT books for Indian polity
- Take notes on the Constitution, political system, and governance
Day 22-30: Focus on Environmental Science and Ecology
- Read NCERT books for environmental science
- Take notes on important concepts and current events related to the environment
Days 31-60: Day 31-35: Focus on General Science
- Read NCERT books for science
- Take notes on important concepts and recent developments in science and technology
Day 36-40: Focus on Economics
- Read NCERT books for economics
- Take notes on micro and macroeconomics
Day 41-45: Focus on Current Affairs
- Read the newspaper daily and take note of important events and developments
- Make a note of important international and national events
Day 46-60: Focus on Aptitude (Paper 2)
- Complete the syllabus of Aptitude (Paper 2)
- Practice solving numerical and reasoning questions
- Take mock tests to improve your speed and accuracy
Days 61-90: Day 61-70: Revision of General Studies (Paper 1)
- Revise the syllabus of Indian History, Geography, Polity, Governance, Environmental Science, and Ecology
- Review the notes you have taken
Day 71-80: Revision of Economics and Current Affairs
- Revise the syllabus of economics and current affairs
- Review the notes you have taken
Day 81-90: Full-Length Mock Tests
- Take full-length mock tests to evaluate your preparation and identify areas where you need to improve
- Review the mock test papers and analyze your performance
Remember that this is just a sample study plan, and you should adjust it to suit your individual needs and circumstances. Make sure you are allocating sufficient time to each subject and revising the syllabus thoroughly. Good luck with your preparation!
In conclusion, the last three months before the UPSC Prelims are crucial for preparation. With the right approach and strategy, you can make the most of this time and increase your chances of success in the examination.
Good luck with your preparation!
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