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i am in 12th will appear FEB 2012. i want to appear IAS or IPS exam what step should be taken?

Originally Posted by Sabrin Azmi

i am in 12th will appear FEB 2012. i want to appear IAS or IPS exam what step should be taken?

hi

NDA IS NATIONAL DEFENSE ACADEMY WHICH IS USED TO BE HELD IN THE MONTH OF APRIL AND AUGUST i.e twice in a year,under upsc.

before you make sure you posses the eligibility criteria which are listed below:=

1)age=16.5-19 years

2)qualification=for army =12th passed in any stream.

for navy and air force=12th passed having mathematics and physics as a main subjects.

**final year candidate may also apply for this exam.

3)must be citizen of india or a subject of bhutan or nepal.

4)this exam is meant for

unmarried male only.

5)height=157cm minimum

6)should be mentally and physically fit and fine

7)no eye sight problems.

8)through NDA EXAM,one can join as a short service commission or permanent commission.

IAS/IPS - INDIAN ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE/INDIAN POLICE SERVICE, to become an IAS/IPS officer the candidate has to apply, appear and crack Civil Service Exam, conducted by UPSC once every year.

The eligible candidate must be an Indian National having either appear for the final Graduation Degree exam or pass in any stream from a recognised University within the age of 21 to 30 years with upper age relaxation for reserved candidate.

The candidate aspiring for IPS should have minimum physical requirement such as:-

HEIGHT:- General Male 465cm and Female-150cm while SC/ST Male-160cm and Female-145cm.

CHEST:- Male-84cm while Female-79cm expandable to 5cm in both the cases.

The eligible candidate applying for Civil service exam has to go through two phases of written exam followed by personal interview.

The eligible candidate applying for Civil Service exam is called for a preliminary exam also called as CSAT(Civil Service Aptitude Test) and the candidate selected from CSAT is called for Civil Service Main Exam. The final selection is conducted through Personal Interview out of candidate selected from Main Exam.

For more information you may log on to http://www.upsc.gov.in

dear friend

you join the IAS and IPS is the after the graduation .minimum qualification is the graduation .

you have need the good GK in the speaking skill ,written skill.

first you fill the form for the apply in the IAS or IPS then your enters test . this test is compulsory clear for you .

then your physical test you have need the 184 cm height 80cm chest and your age in between 24 to 30 .

graduation is the from any recognized university .

the most important phase is the clear the interview.

please you get the coaching from some private classes to ready the all processing for IAS and the IPS.

IAS/IPS to become an officer of IAS/IPS one has to crack Civil Service Exam conducted by UPSC once Every Year.

The eligible candidate must be an Indian National having either appear for the final Graduation Degree exam or pass in any stream from a recognised University within the age of 21 to 30 years with upper age relaxation for reserved candidate.

The candidate wishing to join as IPS officer should have a minimum prescribed Physical Requirement such as:-

HEIGHT:- The candidate belongs to General/OBC category should be 165cm and Female-150cm while SC/ST Male-160cm and Female-145cm.

CHEST:- The Male candidate should be 84cm while Female should be 79cm expandable to 5cm in both the cases.

The selection is though three stages:-

-CSAT - Civil Service Aptitude Test - Preliminary Exam

-Civil Service Main Exam

-Personal Interview

For more information you may log on to http://www.upsc.gov.in

Originally Posted by Sabrin Azmi

i am in 12th will appear FEB 2012. i want to appear IAS or IPS exam what step should be taken?

Every one wants to win, but a few have the will to give all that it takes to win. We all
seek success in our life, but have not realized what success is made of. Well, in
simple language success is achieved when preparation meets performance. We
spend more time in planning ordinary day to day things, than planning our lives. The
road-map to success can be briefly put like this: PLAN, PREPARE, PRACTICE,
PERFORM and WIN. In short, success takes more than just slogging.
Now, I propose to take you on a conducted tour of how to prepare for “the career”, i.e.
a career in Civil Services or simply I.A.S.
The Nature of the Examination
The Civil Services Examination offers widest range of jobs in our country and is conducted
by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Some of the top services
offered by this examination are: IAS (Indian Administrative Service), IPS (Indian Police
Service), IFS (Indian Foreign Service), IRS (Indian Revenue Service), Indian Customs
and Central Excise Service etc. There are, in all, about twenty-four services
offered through this single examination. Considering the importance and the nature of
the jobs, UPSC takes utmost care in selecting the right people. A three-level examination
is conducted to achieve this purpose.
The Structure of the Examination
The candidates are put through three kinds of testings to ensure that the persons
selected have: (i) a wide range of general awareness; (ii) analytical ability and content
retention capacity; and (iii) a cheerful mental disposition even under stressful conditions
and some other officers like qualities. Each one of these requirements is tested
respectively through:
(A) Preliminary Examination (objective-type questions),
(B) Main Examination (descriptive-type questions), and
(C) Interview Test
Structure of Preliminary Examination
As per the new pattern, at the Preliminary Examination stage, there will be two
objective-type question papers common for all the candidates. Both these papers will
have equal weightage. The emphasis will be on testing the aptitude of the candidate
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for the demanding life in the civil service, and on the ethical and moral dimensions of
decision-making.
The new scheme will have the advantages of (a) testing a candidate’s decision-making
skills and aptitude for the civil services; and (b) providing a level playing field for all
the aspirants, since all the candidates will have to attempt two common objectivetype
papers.
The new pattern has come into effect from Civil Services Exam, 2011. The change is
effective only for the Preliminary Test, i.e., the first stage of the Civil Services Exam
from 2011 onwards. The second and third stages — Civil Services Main Exam and
Interview, respectively — will remain the same.
The Preliminary Examination is conducted in the month of May/June every year
and it consists of two Objective type (multiple choice questions) compulsory papers
and carries a maximum of 400 marks in the following manner:
1. Paper I – 200 marks and,
2. Paper II – 200 marks.
Syllabus for Preliminary Examination as per the New Pattern
Paper I - It comprises seven areas:
1. Current events of national and international importance
2. History of India and Indian National Movement
3. Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography
of India and the World.
4. Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System,
Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
5. Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development,
Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
6. General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate
Change - that do not require subject specialization
7. General Science.
Paper II - It comprises seven areas:
1. Comprehension
2. Interpersonal skills including communication skills;
3. Logical reasoning and analytical ability
4. Decision making and problem solving
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5. General mental ability
6. Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude
etc.) (Class X level), Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data
sufficiency etc. -Class X level)
7. English Language Comprehension skills (Class X level).
Questions relating to English Language Comprehension skills of Class X level (last
item in the Syllabus of Paper-II) will be tested through passages from English language
only without providing Hindi translation thereof in the question paper.
A Hindi equivalent / translation will be available for the initial six tested areas, while
the seventh area. English Language Comprehension skills, will be available exclusively
in English language, indicating a need of understanding of English language in
prospective IAS officers as English is the Lingua Franca of our country.
Strategy for Preparation for Preliminary Exam
Now we will discuss how to prepare for both the papers of Preliminary Examination.
On the analysis of the sample questions, given by UPSC, based on the revised
pattern of Civil Services Preliminary Examination effective from 2011, we find that
Paper I of Preliminary Exam is the same which was known earlier as General
Studies paper. To prepare for Paper I, the candidate should see the last ten years’
question papers of General Studies Preliminary Exam. These questions will give
them a fair idea as to how the question is framed from the respective themes of the
syllabus and also know the difficulty level.
1. Current Events of National and International Importance – Here, questions
generally revolve around such happenings that have taken place during the previous
12 months.
2. History of India and Indian National Movement – Under this topic, questions
include social, economic and political aspects of ancient, medieval and modern
Indian history. Special emphasis should be given to 19th century resurgence and
the attainment of the Indian Independence.
3. Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, Economic Geography of
India and the World - Geography questions usually focus on Indian geography,
with regard to physical, social and economic aspects.
4. Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati
Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues etc. – In these topics, an analysis of the
previous years’ questions suggests that majority of the questions cover the themes
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related to the Indian Constitution and the existing political system.
5. Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty,
Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc. – Recent developments
in the field of economic priorities are also a favourite area for questioning.
The candidate should be more focused on various policy programmes initiated by
the government to eradicate poverty.
6. General Issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate
Change – This is a new topic added in the new pattern of the syllabus, so the
candidates should thoroughly understand the basic concepts of Ecology,
Biodiversity and Climate Change. They should also keep in mind the recent
debates on environment and climate change.
7. General Science - In this segment, questions include the basics and scientific
awareness of related areas. It comprises themes such as physics, astrophysics,
chemistry, botany, zoology, agriculture, medicine & life sciences etc. Though,
each one of these is a fully developed discipline, but the questions asked here are
the ones that can be expected from a well-educated person without any special
knowledge of these disciplines.
The syllabus of Paper II of Preliminary Exam reflects that it is like an APTITUDE
TEST for Civil Services. To understand the impact of introduction of the Civil Services
Aptitude Test (CSAT) on a student’s approach, preparation and attitude, we
need to understand the context of its evolution.
The Background of CSAT
The concept of CSAT was advocated, first of all, by Dr Y.K. Alagh in his Civil Services
Review Committee Report, 2001. He recommended major changes in the structure of
the examination system. He favoured the idea of testing the candidates in a common
subject rather than on optional subjects.
To decide the exact content and syllabus of CSAT, the honourable UPSC Chairman,
Prof. D.P. Agrawal, constituted a high-power committee under Prof. S.K. Khanna,
former Vice-Chairman, University Grants Commission. The committee submitted its
report at the end of April, 2010, after which the UPSC formally announced the contents
of the syllabi of the two objective-type papers of the CSAT stage.
The Myths
The candidates for CSAT (Civil Services Aptitude Test) are confronted by a plethora of
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information, conjectures and assumptions disseminated by people lacking the perception
needed for handling the CSAT and by organizations with vested interests.
Candidates need to sift through the chaff and understand what direction to take. I
have tried to dispel some myths that my students ask me about.
Myth 1 – CSAT will be a diluted version of the IIM-CAT, XAT or MAT
The CSAT stands for the Civil Services Aptitude Test, an exam customised to test
a candidate’s aptitude for the Civil Services and not a Management Aptitude Test,
which tests for aptitude to do an MBA successfully. Management Aptitude Tests
such as the IIM-CAT and XAT have a dual focus – to test whether a student has the
aptitude / potential to become a manager in the corporate world and to test whether a
student will be able to handle the academic rigours of a demanding course, a Masters
in Business Administration or a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management.
CSAT, on the other hand is not an entrance exam for admission into an MBA program
offered by a Business School, rather CSAT is a recruitment exam for a career in the
Civil Services, a discipline which requires a different set of abilities and attitude, so
the CSAT is an entirely different exam.
Myth 2 – The Maths of CSAT will be difficult and will give an undue advantage
to candidates with a Maths background
CSAT, by virtue of being an Aptitude Test for Civil Services, will test students for their
ability to play with numbers and not higher level Maths. The sample questions released
by UPSC are indicative of the difficulty level of this component. They do not
need knowledge of formulae or any difficult Math skills. A difficult Maths question in
which more students tend to make mistakes will not be difficult because of higher
level Maths but will be difficult because of a twist or a trap in question due to fancy
language. A candidate who has passed 10th standard knows more Maths than is
needed by the CSAT. I agree that with passage of years the mathematical skills
would have got rusty but would definitely not need learning from scratch. Understanding
and practicing various types of questions that can come in the exam is required
initially, while later the candidates can focus on finding out what type of questions
they most frequently make mistakes in and correcting themselves is required for the
final honing of quantitative skills.
Myth 3 – The English and Reasoning questions are easy and do not need hard
work
The English questions are not easy rather they are seemingly easy. If you compare
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English with say an area like Maths, then the differences are stark. Candidates from
our Indian schooling systems have to do a lot of Maths in their syllabi. Parents,
teachers and students work hard on Maths, but except for the initial focus on English
during primary schooling, at later stages from standards 5 to 12, students are just
handed a mandatory English Reader (book), which has a few stories followed by
some questions. Students can recall that during the high school and later stages
they could study English for a few days before exam and could secure the desired
score in English subject. So if you analyze, English is an area where our foundation
is weak and candidates will have to put in an extra effort to match the standards of
testing. To know more about CSAT preparation, visit us at http://
www.rauias.com/csat
The Structure of the Main Examination
The Main Examination comprises total nine papers of two types:
[A] 2 papers of non-ranking type
[B] 7 papers of ranking type
Two papers of non-ranking type include one paper of an Indian language to be selected
by the candidate out of languages included in the Eighth Scheduled to the
Constitution and the second paper is of English, which is a compulsory language.
Both these papers are of a very simple nature and, in a way, mentally prepare the
candidate for writing the subsequent examination.
Among ranking or scoring papers, there are three groups of papers, which are: two
optional subjects – 4 papers in all (comprising a total of 1200 marks), Essay- one
paper (200 marks) and General Studies – two papers (total 600 marks).
For the optional papers in the Main Examination, UPSC has a list of about twenty-six
subjects out of which two subjects have to be selected by the candidate. However, a
few combinations belonging to disciplines having substantial overlaps in content are
not allowed, viz.
(a) Political Science & International Relations and Public Administration;
(b) Commerce & Accountancy and Management;
(c) Anthropology and Sociology;
(d) Mathematics and Statistics;
(e) Agriculture and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.
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(f) Management and Public Administration;
(g) Of the Engineering subjects, viz., Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering
and Mechanical Engineering–not more than one subject.
(h) Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science and Medical Science.
General Studies for Main Examination
It comprises two papers of four and five segments, respectively.
Paper – I – The four segments of Paper-I are:
1. History of Modern India and Indian Culture,
2. Geography of India,
3. Constitution of India & Indian Polity, and
4. Current National Issues and Topics of Social Relevance.
Paper – II – The five segments of Paper-II are:
1. India and the World,
2. India’s Economic Interaction with the World,
3. Developments in the Field of Science & Technology, IT and Space,
4. International Affairs & Institutions, and
5. Statistical Analysis, Graphs and Diagrams
The Main Examination, apart from optional subjects and General Studies papers,
also includes an ESSAY PAPER. It carries 200 marks. The candidates are advised to
prepare for this paper keeping some major themes in mind. Besides their preparation
for the contents, aspirants are also advised to polish their basic skills for essaywriting.
The basic idea behind the Essay Writing paper is to test the candidate’s
grasp of his material, its relevance to the subject chosen, and to his ability to think
constructively and the present his ideas concisely, logically and effectively.
The Strategy for Preparation for Main Exam
The strategy for General Studies preparation is a bit different from that of the optional
subjects, as the word “General” is very difficult to define. But if one proceeds with right
approach and strategy, it becomes fairly organised. Then the next question is “what
is the right approach and strategy”? Well, for that, one needs to keep in mind the
basic fact that if the goal is to reach the highest level of achievement, then one must
have not only ample patience for details, but should be able to keep the big picture
regarding any theme in one’s mind at the time of study. Thus the preparation strategy
is to follow a mix of both micro and macro level approaches.
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The first step in this direction is the understanding of the syllabus. One must look at
the syllabus closely and in detail. After that, one should analyze the past years’
question papers that indicate the important areas, as well as, the real scope of the
syllabus. Then comes the next step of apportioning of time depending on the importance
and length of each area.
The next step would cover the selection of right books and an efficient method to
study them. The basic guideline at the start of the preparations for both Preliminary
and Main Examination is to read N.C.E.R.T. books on related subjects. There is no
substitute for them. One should refrain in the beginning from reading guidebooks, as
they load you with information, but with very little concept.
Interview Test
Interview Test is the final lap of the Civil Services selection process. Though it
carries only 300 marks, one can not afford to take it lightly, because a candidate’s
selection or ranking is likely to be affected by the marks that he/she gets in it. This
test is not a cross-examination of the candidate, but something which appears between
the twilight of a question-and-answer session and a purposive conversation.
Well, let me tell you that the most important part of the interview is “you”. Everything
else that goes on in an interview is peripheral or secondary. Talking about oneself is
not easy for any one in such a situation. Yet, that is what precisely you are required
to do in an interview. Your achievements, interests and vision are what you must be
ready to talk about in a clear-headed manner. An interview is a celebration of “you”
from start to finish. The interviewers usually have two major enquiries in their mind: (a)
the personality issues and (b) the knowledge base of the candidate.
Now, in case of Civil Services Examination the knowledge aspect is taken care of by
an elaborate written examination which is already over by the time you go for the
interview. What remains to be evaluated is the personality aspects of the candidate,
and it is for this reason the interview has been, at times, also called the personality
test.
The Personality Test of a person has been variously defined to include a vast number
of qualities of head and heart. The personality of any person is the sum total of what
one has experienced, seen, heard, read or felt from the very moment one starts being
aware of one-self in the society.
In short, what UPSC is looking for in a candidate is a person of substance who has
the intelligence and courage to take on any job and give his/her best to it without fear
or favour. Briefly, they are looking for a person who will hold his/her ground and stand
by his/her colleagues in difficult situations with complete sincerity and commitment.
Finally, remember that winning is an event, but being a winner is a spirit. To win,
you will have to understand the spirit of deserving something before getting it. The
mantra for success in an examination like Civil Services is to cultivate the real ‘joy of
learning’ as a pre-condition for any learning to have an impact on your mind.
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GENERAL STUDIES (BOOKS/PERIODICALS/OTHER SUGGESTIONS)
BOOKS
1. NCERT : The basic concepts of the different segments of General
Studies are derived from the NCERT books, as mentioned below:
i) General Science : 9th and 10th Standards
ii) History : 11th and 12th Standards
iii) Geography : 11th and 12th Standards
iv) Economics : 11th Standard (Preferably latest edition)
MAGAZINES
1. Pratiyogita Darpan: (available in both English and Hindi)
2. Special issues of Pratiyogita Darpan: It is coming out with 4 special
issues, viz., History, Geography, Indian Polity and Indian Economy
(latest issue of Indian Economy is preferred).
3. Frontline
4. India Year book: (latest issue) by Publication Division, Government
of India
5. Economic Survey: (latest issue) by Ministry of Finance, Government
of India
NEWSPAPERS
1. The Hindu 2. The Times of India
RADIO NEWS
1. BBC World News
i) 6.20 a.m. to 7.00 a. m. (Hindi)
ii) 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p. m. (Hindi)
2. All India Radio National News:
9.00 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. (English)
MISCELLANEOUS
1. The candidates are also advised to make it a regular habit of writing
at least one page on current and contemporary events, issues and
affairs every day, of what they observe from newspapers/news,
magazine, etc.
2. The events of National and International which effect human lives at
large are important from General Studies point of view.
PREFACE—A ROAD–MAP TO CIVIL SERVICES i-ix
CIVIL SERVICES EXAMINATION 1-37
Section-I
• Plan of Exam
Section-II
• Scheme and subjects for the
Preliminary and Main Examinations
• Services and Posts to be filled through
Civil Services Examination
• Eligibility Condition
• Minimum Educational Qualification
• Number of Attempts
• Regulation Relating to the Physical Examinations
of Candidates
• Fee
Section-III
Syllabus for the Examinations
• Part-A: Preliminary Examination
• Part-B: Main Examination
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS SYLLABUS FOR MAIN EXAMINATION
• AGRICULTURE 38-40
• ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND VETERINARY SCIENCE 41-47
• ANTHROPOLOGY 48-53
• BOTANY 54-56
• CHEMISTRY 57-60
• CIVIL ENGINEERING 61-66
• COMMERCE AND ACCOUNTANCY 67-69
• ECONOMICS 70-72
• ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 73-75
• GEOGRAPHY 76-79
• GEOLOGY 80-82
• HISTORY 83-90
• LAW 91-93
• MATHEMATICS 94-97
• MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 98-99
• MEDICAL SCIENCE 100-102
• PHILOSOPHY 103-104
• PHYSICS 105-108
• POLITICAL SCIENCE & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 109-111
• PSYCHOLOGY 112-115
• PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 116-118
• SOCIOLOGY 119-122
• STATISTICS 123-125
• ZOOLOGY 126-130
LANGUAGES 131-183
ARABIC, ASSAMESE, BENGALI, BODO,
CHINESE, DOGRI, ENGLISH, FRENCH,
GERMAN, GUJARATI, HINDI, KANNADA,
KASHMIRI, KONKANI, MAITHILI, MALAYALAM,
MANIPURI, MARATHI, NEPALI, ORIYA, PALI,
PERSIAN, PUNJABI, RUSSIAN, SANSKRIT,
SANTALI, SINDHI, TAMIL, TELUGU, URDU
l FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 184-187
l GENERAL STUDIES MAIN
EXAMINATION SAMPLE PAPER 188-196
l ESSAY, COMPULSORY ENGLISH AND
INDIAN LANGUAGE (HINDI) 197-209
l SAMPLE QUESTIONS BASED ON REVISED
PATTERN OF CIVIL SERVICES (PRELIMS)
EXAMINATION—2011
TIME TABLE FOR CIVIL SERVICES
(MAIN) EXAMINATION 210-219

Originally Posted by Sabrin Azmi

i am in 12th will appear FEB 2012. i want to appear IAS or IPS exam what step should be taken?

To apply for the posts of IAS, IPS etc you have to appear in the UPSC Civil Services Exams.

Below is the eligibilty criteria to apply for this exams:

Education: Graduation pass in any stream from a recognized university
No minimum percentage of marks is required in Graduation

Age- Minimum 21 years
Maximum 30 years
OBC can apply till 33 years
SC/ST can apply till 35 years

Attempts:
General- 4 times
OBC-7 times
SC/ST-No Restrictions


So, first complete your graduation and than you can apply for this exams.

You are 12th pass means you don't have the qualification for IAS examination.

If you want to apply for IAS Exam then you have to be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University.

So first step for you after 12th will be is to take admission into Graduation course in a good college.

After completion you will be eligible for IAS Examination if you have the age.

The age should be between 21 to 30 years if you are General Category candidate.

Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC category is available.

The examination will have a Preliminary examination which will be an objective type paper. If you qualify preliminary then you will be allowed to appear for Mains exam which will be both objective and descriptive in nature and also you have to opt for a optional subject. There will be interview after the mains and the marks in mains and interview will decide the merit list.

So as for now you are not eligible for IAS but you can give some other examination like SSC CHSL , SBI Clerical , NDA Exam, SCRA( For PCM students) etc. which are for 12th pass candidates.

For more information visit http://www.upsc.gov.in

Can i apply for ips after doing graduation in hotel management?

Hello,

Here with I have attached the notice for IAS/IPS exam procedure,Pl go through it.

Are there two separate examinations for IAS & for IPS or for the both, the examination is same & common but for the IPS, the physical measurements must be there with the candidate. Please clarify..........V K Sinha