You understand how answer writing standards have been rising through the years. A small eg. AIR 1, 2017 Anudeep Durishetty covered all dimensions supported by factual information. This year’s AIR 1, Ishita Kishore was a natural writer. Less facts but better structure, better flow.
It is the only way to understand what UPSC considers a top-notch answer NOW in 2024.
It tells you the level of competition and how far you have to go.
It is exceptionally hard to interpret answer booklets of Rankers and draw insights from them. Shubham Sir has done all the heavy lifting. Attend his session and get a clear idea of where you should be progressing.
These masterclasses are packed with value. They are conducted in private with a closed community. We rarely open these webinars for everyone for free. This time we are keeping it for 300 seats only.
Read what Divyank Gupta, IPS has to say about his Prelims experience and approach for UPSC Prelims 2024
“I have not just cleared UPSC with an IPS rank but consistently improved upon my Prelims score from 75 to 109 to 125 in Prelims Paper 1.
I know how crucial and tough this UPSC Prelims exam has become over the last few years.
Throughout my journey, I’ve learned the critical role of logical paper-solving skills, ability to take risks,and the use of common sense for solving Prelims MCQs.
With more time to Prelims 2024, you actually have an opportunity to go beyond 110+ marks. Understand, this time advantage might push the cut-off. You need to squeeze out the max from this time.
In my upcoming Zoom masterclass, on 1st April at 7:00 pm, I’ll be sharing the approach and strategy for next 75 days and how to gain the competititve edge.
This session is particularly crucial for those stuck in the 70-80s mark range in Prelims and mock tests, aiming for a leap of 30+ marks.
We’ll delve into how to enhance your logical paper-solving abilities and use common sense and solve questions that otherwise you would leave or mark wrong. This isn’t just a preparation technique; it’s a game-changer that can significantly impact your scores.”
Register for IPS, Divyank’s UPSC Prelims 2024 webinar
Insightful Strategies: Learn the precise strategies and logical paper-solving skills that incorporate common sense that IPS, Divyank Gupta used to consistently crack UPSC Prelims, offering a blueprint to significantly improve your scores.
Risk-taking: Learn the technique of taking calculated risks to go 30+ marks beyond the prelims cut-off
75-day strategy for UPSC Prelims: Gain actionable advice tailored for aspirants aiming to jump from the 70-80s mark range to scoring 30+ marks higher in the Prelims, through focused preparation and strategic practice.
By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for approaching and qualifying your UPSC 2024 prelims exam with confidence and near-perfect certainty.
IPS, Divyank Gupta
(Don’t wait—the next webinar won’t be until April 24)
These masterclasses are packed with value. They are conducted in private with a closed community. We rarely open these webinars for everyone for free. This time we are keeping it for 300 seats only.
A strong introduction is your first step to standing out in UPSC Mains.
The opening lines of your answer can captivate or lose the examiner’s interest.
It’s not just an introduction; it’s your chance to make a memorable first impression.
Crafting the perfect start is an art that sets the tone for your entire answer.
An impactful introduction reflects a deep understanding of the question and its context.
It’s about more than answering the question; it’s about showcasing your analytical prowess.
But what makes an introduction truly engaging and effective?
Join Arvind Sir as he reveals the strategies IAS toppers use to craft winning introductions in UPSC Mains answers.
Read what Arvind Agrawal sir has to say about UPSC Answer Writing
“Hi everyone,
I’m Arvind Agrawal, leading the UPSC Mains Program. Today, I want to share something important about writing answers in UPSC Mains, especially how you start them.
The first few lines of your answer can really catch the examiner’s eye. It’s like making a first good impression. Whether the question is about government reforms or women’s rights, starting right matters.
It’s also about making things clear from the beginning. Mentioning a recent event when talking about climate change, for example, can make your answer more relevant. Answering the question directly, like when discussing Indian federalism’s challenges, shows you know what’s being asked.
A good start can set up your whole answer, telling the examiner what to expect.
It’s about engaging the reader, sparking interest with a pertinent fact or quote, perhaps something thought-provoking by Amartya Sen on development.
But it’s not just about grabbing attention. It’s about showing you understand the question and can think deeply about it. This is what we’re going to focus on in our upcoming webinar. We’ll look at how IAS toppers write their introductions to make their answers stand out.
I’ll share tips on how to do this yourself, making sure your answers are not just read but remembered. This webinar is for anyone looking to improve their scores by writing better answers from the very first line.
I hope you’ll join me. It’s a chance to learn something that could really make a difference in your UPSC Mains preparation.
See you at the webinar!
Best, Arvind Agrawal”
Attend FREE Webinar on UPSC answer writing by Arvind sir
By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for writing introduction to mains answers.
Arvind Agrawal sir
(Don’t wait—the next webinar won’t be until June 24)
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One of the first questions that comes to the mind of every UPSC aspirant at the start of their preparation is – What is the best UPSC monthly magazine? Which UPSC monthly current affairs magazine should I refer to? Now that you are here, consider all those questions answered once and for all.
Here is what Aaditya, IAS, AIR 48 had to say about Atomic Notes.
Aaditya, IAS, AIR 48 on Atomic Notes
Atomic Notes is not your regular monthly magazine. Most regular monthly magazines are covering broad topics and missing the prelims focus required. They are bulky and not revision-ready.
Atomic Notes will ensure that everything you need to repeatedly revise and memorize is in one place. The best part, they are free to download and are available in PDF format for easy access.
Atomic Notes is the *only* Monthly CA you should refer to. Add new sources once you have covered Atomic Notes 100% end to end.
Keyword-oriented to-the-point. Ensure maximum hit ratio in prelims and value-addition in mains.
Designed for repeated revisions. 35-40 pages, 110-120 news items.
Segregated sub-sections. eg. environment section is divided into species, protected areas, etc.
Covers The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, and various other sources. Link to the parent story present.
Strictly syllabus-based with a special focus on facts, data, committees, international news, etc.
Elevate your UPSC preparation strategy and discover how to read our monthly current affairs magazine effectively, ensuring you are well-equipped for success in the UPSC examination. Choose the preferred choice of toppers and excel with the best monthly current affairs magazine for UPSC – your key to acing the exam!
Every topper has attempted UPSC Prelims PYQs. In fact many toppers have spent 3-4 months analyzing prelims questions. Needless to say, without attempting PYQs, you wont be able. PYQs are important because-
Only through PYQs you get a clue about what and how UPSC is thinking. Without PYQs you will keep working on your own assumptions and that will not yield results.
You understand the high-priority themes for UPSC. You can’t be studying like an 11th or 12th grader and then expect to clear the exam. These are not boards.
Within those high-priority themes, the depth and dimensions being asked are very important. You have to closely observe them.
Undertanding question framing, options.
Attempting PYQs means simulating real exam conditions. Each question will appear like a bouncer. But can’t duck. You need to take shots.
Once you attempt the PYQs, you will be emailed your attempt along with detailed explanations. The solution has been upgraded using UPSC answer key. We suggest you start attempting the paper from 2013. By the time to reach 2021, 2022 your marks should see an improvement.
Every moment, at least 100 live attempters are appearing for the exam.
Attempting PYQs is step 1. Analysing PYQs is step 2. Analysing PYQs can be very difficult. Fill the form and we will provide detailed handouts for themewise analysis.
Animesh Pradhan, Age 24, Attempt: 1st, UPSC-CSEAIR 2. A graduate of NIT Rourkela, working as a full-time employee in Indian Oil Corp., he cleared UPSC CSE on his first attempt at the age of 24. He lost his father at an early age and was left with his Mother and elder sister. Unfortunately, his Mother passed away 40 days ago and couldn’t see her Son’s success and cherish it. His sister got married in January last year. He is a very committed, humble, and diligent student with high professional skills in managing work and studies.
AIR 2, Animesh Pradhan at Civilsdaily Delhi Centre Today
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With all the lows in life, he came with the hope that one day, his mother would see him becoming an IAS officer. Even though one wish in these two remained unachieved, wherever his mother is, her wishes will be with him, and if there is heaven at all, she might be celebrating this in that heaven.
AIR 2, Animesh Pradhan On Call With Civilsdaily Mentor Showing His Gratitude
We hope he achieves much more success and wish him enough grit to achieve whatever he wants in life. We expect him not to stop here and make this a mere small achievement in his list of aspirations.
Why Civilsdaily Mentorship and Programs Are Unique?
Element No. 1: The System
The first element of the powerful mentorship program at CD is – The System.
The system is the method that is used during the program. One of the first surprising elements of a Civilsdaily program is that we do an early assessment of the current stage of aspirants. This is done in 10+ dimensions. Along with that, you get a lot of study material in advance. Unlike other courses that give you average content when the course begins, you get high-quality content for UPSC Prep well in advance. The reason for this is simple: The Mentor is not around to create “shock and awe”. Instead, the element that really helps learning is the “safe zone”. When aspirants get the material in advance, it gives them time to learn and absorb it. And then, when the initial assessments happen in the form of mock tests, the aspirant is able to apply the learning.
One big reason we fail to learn and progress in UPSC Prep is that we do not have time to practice and attempt mocks.
No one is around to correct our mistakes. All we get is an endless stream of information, and mastery over exam is further away than ever. The notes themselves need design: lots of examples, relevance to PYQs, and easy-to-read language. The syllabus content needs to be broken up into consumable chunks. It’s design, design and more design. Check our atomic and flash notes, and you will understand what we mean. A well-constructed system is the first element of the program at CD but by no means the most important.
Trying to cope with breathless content all at once is extremely intimidating for the aspirants. When you’re in a Civilsdaily Mentorship program, you get the content well in advance. There’s no need to create “shock and awe” while mentoring. You learn better when you know and own the content, using the course to practice and get better at it instead.
Element No. 2: The Group
A journey of a thousand miles can be really intimidating without a group because UPSC -CSE requires MCQ and answer writing aptitude, which requires constant practice. When you work alone, it’s easy to give up or get distracted. A group is what gets you ahead. But how do you get a group that’s focused, smart, and helpful? Do such groups even exist?
There’s a saying in Africa: If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go with a group. And yet, not any group will do, will it? You’ve been in Telegram groups before, and the terms “kind, helpful and smart” don’t come to mind, do they?
The one thing that will amaze you at Civilsdaily is how much you come to rely on your group. At first, many aspirants assume that their progress is a lonely journey. They learn what’s required, do their mocks, and when the course is done, they get to the finish line.
And yet habit-creation reveals something entirely different.
Snagging a bad habit is relatively easy. The moment you have to build a “good habit,” it’s a lot harder to stay motivated—unless, of course, you have a group.
The aspirant groups at the Civilsdaily course are brilliant, focused and helpful.
It almost seems hard to find such an active, helpful bunch of people. And the reason why you’ll find this level of camaraderie here, is because of several reasons. But the biggest reason of all is because we’re selective.
We only let people in if they pass our filters.
We also will not have overloading of any kind. Our program accepts limited aspirants. You simply will not see the ocean full of aspirants you see on other courses. Finally, we break up the groups into even smaller groups of six or seven aspirants. We keep it small and focused. This gets you closer to the finish line. In short, you go far.
Without practice, mastery of this exam is difficult. Without daily and weekly practice, you have a “decay problem.” Other courses will give you content and mocks once a month and won’t provide any kind of mentor feedback. This is a recipe for disaster. You won’t know if you are making any progress at all.
That’s not how we run our programs.
When you’re a part of the Civilsdaily Mentorship program, whether you’re a beginner or veteran, you have a schedule that is unique to you and your requirements for the duration of the program. As you’d expect, all this is designed with “tiny increments” in mind, but it is the daily and weekly practice that keeps away the decay.
And everything is enriched with a 1:1 mentor call.
Your Mentor checks your preparation and works with you to ensure progress—there is no exception. This enables you to learn bit by bit instead of being dumped with endless content that you might never use in an exam. When you consider all three elements: the system, the group, and the daily and weekly practice, you are able to create a habit. This habit leads to success in exam.
Any new subject or mock can be a little unnerving when you don’t get regular practice. Our program is designed to help you learn layer by layer, and it involves small steps done daily. That way, if you press the “wrong button,” we can learn from the mistake, fix it, and move ahead at an even pace.
This attention to detail is what makes the Civilsdaily Mentorship Program among the best. But you’ll find that out for yourself.
To explore our Mentorship and schedule a pre-enrollment call, Fill this Mentorship Form (Free for the next 24 hours) to connect with our mentors.
The heart of the Civilsdaily platform is the Foundation Program and Ultimate Assessment Program (UAP). For years, aspirants have enrolled here because they couldn’t find such depth and passion towards quality content and Mentorship anywhere. Their search inevitably ends at Civilsdaily. Enrollment in these programs and Mentorship also makes us accountable to aspirants for the value they get.
In the past few years, we’ve worked quietly in the background with hundreds of aspirants; many now serve as IAS, IPS, IFS, and more. We are very proud of what we’ve achieved. Here are some of the recent rankers who show us gratitude.
Fill up This Mentorship Form (Free for the next 24 hours) to connect with our mentors.
1. You have 20 days MORE to fine-tune your prelims preparation. Please get in touch with us to get a list of high-priority themes and the kind of questions being asked from them. At the very least, stop studying everything, cover these high-priority themes and attempt Full Length Tests. Please connect
2. You have 20 days LESS for mains preparation. For top aspirants who understand the prelims game so well that they dont consider prelims a hurdle, request you to please get in touch so we can look at integrated mains preparation even at this point.
The competition is intense, most likely you lost out due to fine-tuning in your previous attempt. Let’s put the best foot forward in this attempt. please connect-
In the last 3 years, a lot of things have changed about UPSC-CSE
Especially the ‘CSAT’ paper in the prelims
The mysterious, unpredictable, and devious nature of CSAT paper spares no one, not even the IIT-IIM grads.
It’s time to look at CSAT from a different perspective
No more is it about just practicing and solving math problems
It is about crafting a ranker’s process and following right strategy
Zeeshan sir and Dinesh sir will be LIVE on 18th March at 7 pm for a FREE webinar where they will share exactly how you can ensure 90+ score in UPSC CSAT
Read what Zeeshan sir has to say about UPSC CSAT
“Hey UPSC aspirants, this is Zeeshan from Civilsdaily. I want to address a crucial aspect of your UPSC journey – the CSAT paper.
It’s increasingly becoming a major decider, and I’ve noticed that many aspirants, irrespective of their educational background, find it challenging.
Whether you’re from an IIT, a local college, a science or arts background, rural or urban areas, it doesn’t matter. What matters is your strategy and preparation approach.
Anyone can score above 90 in the CSAT with the right mindset and smart preparation.
This Monday I’ll be LIVE along with Dinesh Sharma sir, and we’ll be discussing how to tackle maths and logical reasoning questions, select high-scoring topics, and employ smart elimination techniques in CSAT, regardless of your academic background.
Join us LIVE on Zoom and transform your approach to CSAT. See you there!“
Sureshot CSAT program by Zeeshan sir and Dinesh sir starts 19th March
In the world of UPSC CSE preparation, time is a luxury not everyone can afford.
Especially for the working professionals who are preparing for UPSC.
Gone are the days of dedicating 10-12 hours a day for UPSC prep.
Today, it’s about making every hour count, efficiently.
The 5-hour daily study strategy is the new reality for aspirants with a serious time crunch.
Pravin Garje sir, the Head of Mentorship program at Civilsdaily will share this innovative approach with you.
He will share the art of effective, time-constrained preparation.
Why juggle aimlessly when you can strategize like a topper?
It’s not about the hours you put in, but how you use them.
Read what Pravin sir has to say about UPSC prep with serious time crunch
“Hey guys, I am Pravin Garje, the mentor of 50+ UPSC rankers and head of UPSC Mentorship program at Civilsdaily. I’m here to let you in on how to effectively utilize a 5-hour daily study window for UPSC prep, crucial for those balancing work or college.
The UPSC exam’s complexity has only increased over the years. It’s no longer just about the hours of study but about strategic and adaptive preparation.
I will unveil strategies focusing on critical syllabus areas, analytical thinking, and effective time management.
In my masterclass, I’ll dive into breaking down the syllabus into manageable chunks, prioritizing essential topics, efficiently navigating the vast terrain of current affairs, and mastering GS material.
I’ll also discuss balancing UPSC Prelims and Mains preparation, tackling the Optional subject, and enhancing answer writing skills within a limited timeframe.
Join me on this coming Saturday over Zoom (link will be emailed to you).
See you there”
Get 5-hour prep strategy for working UPSC aspirants
Led by a team of experienced and rigorously trained (for the latest UPSC requirements and pattern) Faculties and Mentors, Civilsdaily is the first and only platform that introduced deeply researched UPSC-CSE content and programs led by real-time 1:1 Mentorship.
As a UPSC aspirant, you live in a world populated with infinite sources churning out countless content themes endlessly, adding only short-term value to your preparation, if at all. Giving you false hope that your preparation is moving forward. All this is in the name of FREE preparation content. We chose not to play that game.
Instead, we create only limited content themes and programs every week. But content and program that is original, rigorously researched for UPSC requirements by trained faculties and led by Mentors. Just what is actually required to qualify CSE, it’s something we continue to do.
At Civilsdaily, we treat Mentorship as a specialization. Not every Mains or interview candidate can be a mentor. Most such mentors will suggest cosmetic changes and will only help you evolve slowly. It is easy to find comfort in sentences like ‘every topper is different’ and’ they have their own path’. Finding what’s different about you and then figuring out your own path is why Mentorship is essential. We walk the talk by helping you craft your own way of preparation. A method that enhances your probability of qualifying UPSC-CSE in a single attempt. We give you that near-perfect certainty. Delivering this consistently to hundreds of aspirants (now rankers) in the past was challenging. We still stick to it and keep getting better at it with each passing year.
Fill up This Mentorship Form (Free for the next 24 hours) to connect with our mentors.
At CD, we understand the science and the art of everything UPSC. If you have a problem, we will sit with you and find a solution. If that doesn’t work, then we try solution 2. Eventually, we will make sure you end up making progress. What’s the point of any content, program and Mentorship without progress? This is precisely why aspirants trust they have the best shot at clearing the exam with Civilsdaily.
Part of this content and programs are free and completely accessible exclusively to our students(enrolled in mentorship programs). We put a lot of time, effort, and energy into creating lectures, notes, and tests and understanding your needs as an aspirant. We take it seriously because, after all, your future depends on it.
The heart of the Civilsdaily platform is the Foundation Program and Ultimate Assessment Program (UAP). For years, aspirants have enrolled here because they couldn’t find such depth and passion towards quality content and Mentorship anywhere. Their search inevitably ends at Civilsdaily. Enrollment in these programs and Mentorship also makes us accountable to aspirants for the value they get.
In the past few years, we’ve worked quietly in the background with hundreds of aspirants; many now serve as IAS, IPS, IFS and more. We are very proud of what we’ve achieved. Here are some of the recent rankers showing us gratitude.
Fill up This Mentorship Form (Free for the next 24 hours) to connect with our mentors.
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