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  • Smash Mains 2024-25: Now open for UPSC Beginners | Get 1:1 personalized mentorship by Arvind sir and Mains team, mentors of 400+ UPSC’22 rankers

    Advanced Mains Preparation with Smash Mains Program: Now Unlocked for UPSC Beginners!

    Turn Your First or Second UPSC Attempt into a Rank-Clinching Success with Personal Mentorship

    Trusted by Rankers, Acknowledged by The Hindu

    The Program that Even ‘The Hindu’ Couldn’t Ignore

    Recognized by The Hindu newspaper for its remarkable success rate, the Smash Mains Program has been nothing short of revolutionary. In 2022, it boasted an astounding 85% success rate, turning dedicated aspirants into UPSC rank holders within the top 200.

    85% of Smash Mains students under cracked a top-200 rank in UPSC CSE 2022 (13 in Top 50)

    Previously a well-guarded secret exclusive to UPSC veterans, this super-successful program is now open to beginners as well. This is a golden opportunity for those committed to cracking UPSC in their first or second attempt.

    Share your Answer Copies at staff@civilsdaily.com

    Get 1-on-1 Mentorship by Arvind sir (mentor of 100+ IAS rankers)

    The overwhelming demand and positive feedback from our students have encouraged us to make this exception. We strive to provide the ‘Be Mains Ready’ Program and support to all our students.

    About Smash Mains 2024-25 Beginner’s Batch

    It is a highly personalized and intensive handholding program for the dedicated and crème-de-la-crème (earlier exclusive to UPSC veterans) amongst UPSC aspirants (the intake is 50 students only).


    AIR 16 Shishir, UPSC 2022 thanking Civilsdaily’s mentorship


    What Makes Smash Mains Unique?

    1. Invite/Register-Only: Ensuring that you’re not just a face in the crowd but a name and a mission for us.
    2. Personalized Attention: Tailor-made guidance with one-to-one interactions with senior IAS mentors themselves.
    3. Focused Strategy: No more generic study plans. Get a blueprint crafted just for you.
    4. In-Depth Analysis: Our seniormost faculty will meticulously analyzing your Mains scorecards and test copies to fill in those critical gaps in your preparation.
    5. Multi-level guidance: Arvind sir, Parth sir, Swatantra sir, Sumit sir, Shubham sir and IAS-IPS rankers, will ensure your answer writing is top-notch.

    Share your Answer Copies at staff@civilsdaily.com

    How Smash Mains program works?

    Program Inclusion Details:

    • Personalized Mentorship by Arvind sir and core Mains team (Parth sir, Sumit sir, Shubham sir, and Swatantra sir)
      • Learn nuances of answer writing, strategize, and get your doubts resolved
    • Civilsdaily’s Smash Mains Test series
    • Samachar Manthan Current Affairs Program for 1 full year
    • Cohort-based learning: Exclusive membership to Telegram group where you can interact and get your doubts resolved with Rankers and Faculty.

    Share your mark sheet at staff@civilsdaily.com (Read how to enroll) | Arvind sir will accommodate only 50 students in the program

    Details:

    Program fee: Rs 40,000 + GST 35,000 (Incl GST)

    Admission is only on the basis of Invitation. Fill out the form below.

    Share your Answer Copies at staff@civilsdaily.com

    Get 1-on-1 Mentorship by CD Team

    How to enroll in Smash Mains 2024-25?

    As it’s a limited intake program a sieving process has been put in place by us. Please do the following:

    1. Register by clicking on the button above.
    2. Send your last Mains scorecard to hello@civilsdaily.com 
    3. We’ll send you one Civilsdaily’s GS Mains test, write it, and submit it. It’ll be followed by an evaluation and an on-call discussion.
    4. Or send your already attempted and evaluated test copies (at least 2) to staff@civilsdaily.com

    The Hindu has acknowledged CD’s 80% success rate in Answer Writing & Smash Mains.

    UPSC 2022 Toppers have to say about Smash Mains


    AIR-48, UPSC 2022 Aaditya Pandey’s success story with Smash Mains


    AIR-49, Sanskriti Somani attributes her success to Smash Mains program


    Pranshu Sharma AIR-65


    Mukund Singh AIR 273, UPSC 2022 attributes his success to Smash Mains Program


    Aditya Pandey AIR 48


    Why UPSC toppers are convinced that Smash Mains helped them succeed?

    Check our reviews on Quora

    https://www.quora.com/What-is-your-review-of-the-Civilsdaily-Mains-test-series-How-are-the-personalised-guidance-and-the-evaluation-of-copies/


    Share your mark sheet at staff@civilsdaily.com (Read how to enroll) | Arvind sir will accommodate only 5 students in the program

    Share your Answer Copies at staff@civilsdaily.com

    Get 1-on-1 Mentorship by Arvind sir (mentor of 100+ IAS rankers)

    With over 85% of enrolled students in 2022 becoming UPSC Top rankers, Smash Mains 2024 for UPSC Beginners is here. Also, what we have noticed is about 85% of questions in the UPSC Mains paper are from the Smash Test Series.

    As an aspirant, if you are yet to gain confidence in answer writing and Mains prep, then this program is for you!

    How has Smash Mains helped 2022-2023 Aspirants in Preparing for UPSC?

    What do aspirants need in their UPSC preparation journey? They need a senior who will give them moral support and the required logistics to prepare for the tough exam in a simplified manner.

    You can clear the exam only with confidence and consistency. And to achieve both, you require a personalized mentor. Many aspirants feel that just attending classes or tests is not beneficial for them. So we tweaked our program to include mentorship both in our tests series and classes. Aspirants feel they can reach out to us anytime with their concerns and we are available to sort them out.

    Message from CD Mentors

    Dear Students,

    For some of you, prelims have never been a challenge for you. You have been missing the main cut-off with a small margin (repeatedly). This means that there are some fundamental issues with your approach. You might be aware or not of this. But just realization is not enough, you have to work on its execution as well. And bringing that to fruition will be possible through a guided process under a meticulously designed plan.

    Note: The Entry is Restricted to those who have appeared in UPSC interviews in the past 2 years or have missed the mains cut-off by a whisker.

    The focus is on identifying and highlighting the issues with your preparation (information/analysis/utilization). According to your strength and weaknesses, a tailor-made strategy is developed. Under Arvind sir and core mains teams’s strict monitoringincremental improvements are aimed every day, after every session.

    Key Takeaways About Smash Mains 2024-25

    Your mentor, Arvind sir has mentored AIR 16, 22 and 100+ IAS rankers. Other IAS mentors like Swatantra sir, Parth sir, Shubham sir and Sumit sir have personally mentored 400+ IAS rankers in the past couple of years.

    You don’t have to waste more time finding the strategy (value-added notes, test series, or timetable ) for the next months. You will get the guidance for it.

    You will gain access to Civildaily’s Samachar Manthan – For holistic and comprehensive coverage of Current Affairs.

    Progression of Smash Mains 2024-25

    After completing the Mains Test series, you will have a one-to-one detailed and in-depth interaction with Arvind sir and core mains team. Final refinements are done to every answer. Value addition material, as well as pointers, will be provided here. We will work with you to ensure you have enough material for value addition. Our focus will be on providing tips that add the missing X factor to your answers.

    Why is Smash 2023 the best way to prepare for Mains?

    Individual attention and approachability are the USPs of this program. Listen to what our Smash Mains 2022 student and topper Sanskriti Somani (AIR 49) says about the program.

    Pooja Gupta (AIR 42) UPSC 2020 says about the program.

    Not putting Penguins among the Fowls – You already know how to write an average answer (you’re missing it by a few marks actually). You want to know how to increase your score from 90 to 110-115. The approach followed by other institutes in their Test series is the same for a veteran and a complete newbie and here lies the problem. Without personalized one-to-one interaction, it will be difficult for you to rectify these minute yet very important shortcomings.

    Evaluation is a strength of this program and we put it on a high priority. Arvind sir himself is involved in the process, unlike other institutes where evaluation is outsourced to those who themselves might not have appeared for mains (It’s bizarre). It shouldn’t be based on ‘model answers’ as there are 3-4 ways of approaching an answer. Only a seasoned player will be able to go beyond these model answers and be able to appreciate your approach (If it’s innovative) even if it differs from the model answers provided.

    Test copies get checked in a time-bound manner. The questions, answers, and material provided are of the highest quality.

    Always on time and insightful discussions end with a reality check and motivation to perform better in the next test.

    Emphasis on execution and utilization of knowledge – Mains is not only about knowledge but how you express the relevant knowledge optimally.

    Arvind sir’s interventions are highly specific and not generalized. Sitting right in front of you he walks you through each and every question. He is always there, he will not let you lose your focus.

    AIR 148 UPSC 2020 topper and our Civilsdaily student, Ponmani explains why answer writing with mentorship is necessary for Mains.

    Share your mark sheet at hello@civilsdaily.com

    Get 1-on-1 Mentorship for Mains

  • How to tackle CSAT for UPSC 2024? Detailed Strategy by Topper Gaurav Mishra, 99.87 percentile in CAT | 22nd Dec, 6 pm

    How to tackle CSAT for UPSC 2024? Detailed Strategy by Topper Gaurav Mishra, 99.87 percentile in CAT | 22nd Dec, 6 pm

    CSAT Strategy for 90+ score in UPSC Prelims 2024

    Attend Gaurav sir’s FREE webinar on 22nd Dec, 6 pm

    First 100 will get access to Gaurav sir’s CSAT Telegram group


    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

    Civilsdaily Masterclasses allow you to access the real work from those who have done it before

    All rankers built their own preparation system. What’s stopping you?

    Never start from scratch on your UPSC preparation

    Start like a Topper.

    Read what Gaurav sir has to say about UPSC CSAT

    Hey UPSC aspirants, this is Gaurav Mishra 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.

    In my upcoming webinar this Friday, I’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 me LIVE on Zoom and transform your approach to CSAT. See you there!

    Attend FREE Webinar on UPSC CSAT Strategy for Prelims 2024

    In this masterclass, you will get:

    1. A 60-minute deep dive on how to tackle UPSC CSAT paper for Prelims 2024. 
    2. How UPSC CSAT has been evolving, changing patterns and difficulty levels?
    3. Insider tips that only the top IAS and IPS rankers know and apply in every attempt

    Attend Gaurav sir’s FREE webinar on 22nd Dec, 6 pm

    First 100 will get access to Gaurav sir’s CSAT Telegram group

    By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for approaching and qualifying UPSC CSAT paper with ease.

    Gaurav Mishra sir

    Registration open! Join now to attend the webinar for FREE

    (Don’t wait—the next webinar won’t be until Feb 24)


    upsc prelims mains

    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.

    Fee:

    • Special Access (extra 15 min with Gaurav sir) – Free (only for first 100 registrations, register before 21st Dec, 2 pm)
    • Early Access – Rs. 299 (for the next 100 registrations, register before 22nd Dec, 1 PM)
    • Late Access – Rs. 499 (for last 100 registrations, register on 22nd Dec, Post 1 PM)

    Ready to attend the UPSC Webinar?


    Not sure yet?

    We recommend you register here. It takes less than 10 seconds to register.

    • No spam! Once in a while, we’ll only send you high-quality exam-related content. 
    • We will inform you about the upcoming Masterclasses that might benefit you.
    • You can demand one free mentorship call from verified Civilsdaily mentors. 
    • You can always choose to unsubscribe. 
  • Attend Arvind sir’s Webinar: Core Theme-Demand based Framework for UPSC Mains Answer Writing and prep strategy | 16th Dec, 7 pm

    Attend Arvind sir’s Webinar: Core Theme-Demand based Framework for UPSC Mains Answer Writing and prep strategy | 16th Dec, 7 pm

    UPSC Mains Answer Writing Approach Based on Theme-Demand Framework

    Join Arvind sir’s FREE webinar on 16th Dec, 7 pm

    First 100 will get Civilsdaily’s Mains Toolkit


    In the last 3 years, a lot of things have changed about UPSC-CSE

    Especially the ‘UPSC Main’ examination. Your answer writing approach must evolve.

    No more answer writing is about Introduction-Body-Conclusion

    You won’t be awarded answers if you follow the obsolete approach

    It’s time to look at answer writing from a different perspective

    You need to evolve w.r.t your Mains answer writing and prep strategy

    Civilsdaily Masterclasses allow you to access the real work from those who have done it before

    All rankers built their own preparation system. What’s stopping you?

    Never start from scratch on your UPSC preparation

    Start like a Topper.

    Read what Arvind Agrawal sir has to say about UPSC Mains and answer writing approach

    Hello UPSC aspirants, I’m Arvind Agrawal.

    Having evaluated over 1500 Mains answer copies and mentored 100+ rankers including AIR 16, 22, and 48, I’ve seen firsthand how UPSC Mains has evolved.

    The traditional intro-body-conclusion framework is now obsolete. What works is a Theme and Core Demand based approach, recognizing multiple themes and implicit demands in questions.

    Different strategies are needed for 10 and 15 markers, and mastering this requires focused content preparation, practice, and skill in presentation.

    Join me this Saturday at 7 pm for a FREE LIVE Zoom webinar, where I’ll dive deeper into this approach and share insights from my extensive experience.

    This session is crucial for anyone looking to improve their Mains score dramatically. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned mentor!

    Attend FREE Webinar on Demand and Theme based Mains Answer Writing Strategy

    In this masterclass, you will get:

    1. A 60-minute deep dive on how to identify the core demand (implicit and explicit) and theme of the UPSC Mains questions. 
    2. How to have approach 10 marker vs 15 marker question?
    3. How to prepare content, start answer writing based on this approach?

    Join Jatin sir’s FREE webinar on 13th Dec, 6:30 pm

    First 100 will get Atomic Notes and UPSC Ranker’s Handwritten Notes

    By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for approaching and qualifying your Mains exam with ease.

    Arvind Agrawal sir

    Registration open! Join now to attend the webinar for FREE

    (Don’t wait—the next webinar won’t be until Feb 24)


    upsc prelims mains

    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.

    Fee:

    • Special Access (extra 15 min with Arvind sir) – Free (only for first 100 registrations, register before 16th Dec, 1 pm)
    • Early Access – Rs. 299 (for the next 100 registrations, register before 16th Dec, 6 PM)
    • Late Access – Rs. 499 (for last 100 registrations, register before  16th Dec, Post 6 PM)

    Ready to attend the UPSC Webinar?


    Not sure yet?

    We recommend you register here. It takes less than 10 seconds to register.

    • No spam! Once in a while, we’ll only send you high-quality exam-related content. 
    • We will inform you about the upcoming Masterclasses that might benefit you.
    • You can demand one free mentorship call from verified Civilsdaily mentors. 
    • You can always choose to unsubscribe. 
  • [UPSC’25 Beginner’s Webinar]: On PYQs, Current Affairs & Time management | 19th June, 4:00 PM

    [UPSC’25 Beginner’s Webinar]: On PYQs, Current Affairs & Time management | 19th June, 4:00 PM

    Integrated UPSC Strategy for IAS Beginner

    Join Saloni Vats, AIR 129, UPSC’23 Mam’s FREE webinar on 19th June, 4:00 PM.


    In the last 3 years, a lot of things have changed about UPSC CSE

    This includes Exam Patterns & trends, Prelims, CSAT, Mains, and Preparation strategy

    Standard resources and mocks can’t make you feel prepared anymore

    Now, Every ranker who qualifies Mains crafts a process for it, painstakingly

    Civilsdaily Masterclasses allow you to access the real work from those who have done it before

    All rankers built their own preparation system. What’s stopping you?

    Let us help you develop your system

    Never start from scratch on your UPSC preparation

    Start like a Topper.

    Read what Saloni Vats, Rank 129, UPSC’23, has to say about UPSC preparation and approach.

    “I genuinely believe std. Resources and mock tests are not enough now to get a rank in UPSC CSE.

    With approximately 12 months to go for UPSC Prelims 2025, one has to consider the overall preparation strategy and how he/she will approach the exam.

    Now, you need to define the exact plan.

    This thinking gives you an edge over others in the exam. You become relaxed and confident throughout the journey, which is otherwise filled with lots of daily anxiety, fear, and uncertainty.

    And this Wednesday, I am coming to help you create your own preparation plan, especially if you are a beginner; you must attend this.

    My masterclass will be a reality check on modern-day UPSC prep. Not just book list and strategy but also my inputs on your current strategy shared with you over our private Zoom meeting.”

    Attend the FREE Webinar on Integrated UPSC 2025 Prelims and Mains Strategy

    In this masterclass, you will get:

    1. A 60-minute deep dive on how to plan your UPSC preparation if this is going to be your serious UPSC attempt. 
    2. Understanding UPSC 2023 & 24’s trend and strategy for the next 12 months for integrated UPSC Prelims, Mains and CSAT preparation.
    3. Insider tips that only the top IAS and IPS rankers know and apply in every attempt

    Join Saloni Vats, AIR 129, UPSC’23 Mam’s FREE webinar on 19th June, 4:00 PM.

    By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for approaching and qualifying your UPSC 2024-25 exam with confidence and near-perfect certainty. 

    Saloni Vats, AIR 129, UPSC’23

    Registration open! Join now to attend the webinar for FREE

    (Don’t wait—the next webinar won’t be until July’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.

    Ready to attend the UPSC Webinar?


    Not sure yet?

    We recommend you register here. It takes less than 10 seconds to register.

    • No spam! Once in a while, we’ll only send you high-quality exam-related content. 
    • We will inform you about the upcoming Masterclasses that might benefit you.
    • You can demand one free mentorship call from verified Civilsdaily mentors. 
    • You can always choose to unsubscribe. 
  • UPSC Interview DAF 2: How to fill hobbies, cadre and service preferences? FREE session with Interview Topper IPS, Zenden on 10th Dec, 4 pm

    UPSC Interview DAF 2: How to fill hobbies, cadre and service preferences? FREE session with Interview Topper IPS, Zenden on 10th Dec, 4 pm

    Register for the UPSC Interview DAF 2 LIVE session with Zenden, IPS

    Download Interview Competency Document- 1000 Qs PDF on registration

    UPSC has opened the window for DAF II filling and submission

    Let us craft the perfect UPSC DAF 2 

    DAF is probably the most important document for UPSC interviews and without a single minute delay you should start working on these:

    • Fill Your Hobbies, Extracurriculars 
    • Filling Cadre and Services Preferences in UPSC DAF II Section
    • Information and details about any document that you have to submit
    • Start Preparing for the last hurdle (Personality Test)

    It is important to take the time to craft a well-rounded DAF that stands out from the crowd and does justice while showcasing the best of your skills and experiences. 

    Join IPS Zenden LIVE 1-1 for session on DAF II filling on 10th December 2023, at 4 pm

    Zoom link on form submission

    The interview/personality test isn’t intended to be a test either of the specialized or general knowledge of the candidates which has been already tested through their written papers.

    Real UPSC Interview preparation starts with filling out DAF II.

    Zenden, IPS (UPSC Interview Topper, 210 marks)
    upsc interview daf 2

    Those who have qualified for the UPSC Mains 2023 must join the Civilsdaily Interview Program. You can discuss DAF, interview topics, and other aspects with toppers, in-service officers, and senior mentors and faculties.

    We will have LIVE DAF II session by IPS, Zenden (UPSC 2022, Interview Topper)

    Register for Interview Guidance Program

    Transcend: Interview Guidance Program

    This year, Civilsdaily’s Interview Guidance Programme (IGP) will host Ghanshyam Gautam, IPS (Kaptaan), and Zenden Lingzerpa, IPS (210 marks, Interview topper) as our sole advisors for 1-on-1 webinar and DAF 2 sessions.

    These sessions with Kaptaan, Zenden, and Civilsdaily’s core team will have the sole agenda to help develop your frank opinions into mature perspectives.

    There are no shortcuts or hacks for the personality test. You have to ace all factual questions with perfection and develop the social sensitivity befitting an IAS officer.

    You have to be able to take sides, provide context and stand your ground when you are grilled by the actual board. And we will help you prepare for all scenarios. The right amount of inquisitiveness, optimum amount of assertiveness, unshakable body language – all will be shared with you in our enrichment sessions.

    This will be followed with mock interviews under the aegis of Shankar Sir & Archana Mam, who have been simulating real UPSC-interview-like scenarios in every panel they held. More on that later.

    Program inclusion:

    1. DAF Session with IPS, Zenden (UPSC Interview Topper, 210 marks) – Zoom on form submission
    2. Inteview Competency Document: 1000 Qs PDF;
    3. Mock interviews (online/offline);
    4. On call DAF analysis; 
    5. Personalized Questionnaire based on your DAF;
    6. Situational and Role-play questionnaire;
    7. Personalized mentorship

    We will have LIVE DAF II session by UPSC interview topper Zenden

    Register for Interview Guidance Program

  • UPSC CSE Mains 2023 results out | Download Mains Written Namewise Result PDF here | Link for Interview Guidance Program inside

    UPSC CSE Mains 2023 results out | Download Mains Written Namewise Result PDF here | Link for Interview Guidance Program inside

    We will have LIVE DAF II session by Senior IAS Officer

    Register for Interview Guidance Program

    The wait is over! UPSC has released the UPSC CSE Mains 2023 result. (Name-wise list below)

    Our heartiest congratulations to CivilsDaily’s students and other aspirants who have cleared the second stage of UPSC CSE 2023. Almost 85% of Civilsdaily’s Mains students are appearing for UPSC Interviews 2023

    Click👉 Provisions: Detailed Application Form-II (DAF-II)

    It is time to start the interview preparation. DAF II will be released soon and with it, the UPSC interview date.

    Register here for LIVE 1-1 session on DAF II filling on 10th December 2022 with UPSC 2022 Interview Topper, IPS Zenden

    Register for Interview Guidance Program

    The interview/personality test isn’t intended to be a test either of the specialized or general knowledge of the candidates which has been already tested through their written papers.

    Real UPSC Interview preparation starts with filling out DAF II.

    Those who have qualified for the UPSC Mains 2023 must join the Civilsdaily Interview Program. You can discuss DAF, interview topics, and other aspects with toppers, in-service officers, and senior mentors and faculties.

    We will have LIVE DAF II session by IPS, Zenden (UPSC 2022, Interview Topper)

    Register for Interview Guidance Program

    For those who couldn’t find their name on the list, it is a time for introspection and reflection.

    “Failure is the opportunity to begin again more intelligently.”

    Henry Ford

    Let us discuss and uncover the issues that you are facing in your preparation, uncover those critical gaps and find ways to improve.

    UPSC Mains 2023 was unlike the last few years’ Mains. With very few questions focussing on the conceptual-analytical aspect, it was factual and high on GS static topics. It might seem easy but to contain the answer within 2-3 pages was a tough task in the exam hall. UPSC seemingly moved backward to the late 90s Mains era when such static topic-based questions were asked predominantly.

    For Mains 2023 aspirants, Sajal sir’s suggestion would be to focus on value addition on GS topics rather than content addition; practice intensively Mains Previous Year questions; bring creativity & innovation in your answers because even though questions are easy but answers needn’t be simple; collecting and using case studies, examples, etc. to make your answers stand apart.

    Fill out the Samanvaya form below and get on a 1-to-1 call with senior IAS faculty and mentors. We will discuss preparation issues like the timetable, strategy, planning, sources, etc, and get them resolved.

    GET IN TOUCH

    I want to understand my UPSC preparation gaps


    Rules for DAF II

    All the candidates, who qualified for the Personality Tests (Interviews), are required to fill and submit their Detailed Application Form-II (DAF-II) mandatorily. Regarding this, the following provisions have been made in the Civil Services Examination, 2023 Rules:

    “14(1) Before the commencement of Interview/Personality Test of the Examination, a candidate shall be required to mandatorily indicate the order of preferences only for those Services which are participating in the Civil Services Examination-2023 and for which the candidate is interested to be allocated to in case of eventual selection, in the on-line Detailed Application Form-II (DAF-II). OBC Annexure (for OBC category only) and EWS Annexure (for EWS category only) are required to be mandatorily submitted. Any delay in the submission of the DAF-II or documents in support beyond the prescribed date will not be allowed and will lead to the cancellation of the candidature for the CSE-2023. A candidate may also upload additional documents/certificates of higher education, achievements in different fields, service experience, etc. 

    (2) In case of recommendation of candidature by UPSC for Service Allocation, the candidate shall be considered by the Government for allocation to one of those Services for which the preference has been indicated by the candidate in the online Detailed Application Form-II subject to fulfillment of other conditions. No change in preferences for Services once submitted by a candidate would be permitted. In case preference for none of the Services is indicated, the candidate will not be considered for Service Allocation.

    (3) A candidate who wishes to be considered for Indian Administrative Service or Indian Police Service shall be required to indicate in the online Detailed Application Form-II the order of preferences for various Zones and Cadres for which the candidate would like to be considered for allotment in case of appointment to the IAS or IPS. No change in preference of Zones and Cadres once submitted by a candidate would be permitted. 

    Note-I: The candidates are advised to indicate preferences for various services or posts very carefully. Attention is also invited to Rule 21 (1) in this connection. 

    Note-II: The candidates are advised to periodically visit DoPT‘s website https://dopt.gov.in or https://cseplus.nic.in for information or details about Service Allocation, Cadre allotment, etc. 

    Note-III: As per the extant Cadre Allocation Policy applicable for the Civil Services Examination-2023, the candidates who wish to indicate IAS/IPS as their Service preference are advised to indicate all the Zones and Cadres in the order of preference in their online Detailed Application Form-II.”

    We will have LIVE DAF II session by Senior IAS Officer

    Register for Interview Guidance Program

  • AIR 22 Pavandatta’s (IAS) Next 6-Month Blueprint for UPSC 2024 Beginners | Integrated prep strategy for Prelims, Mains and CSAT

    AIR 22 Pavandatta’s (IAS) Next 6-Month Blueprint for UPSC 2024 Beginners | Integrated prep strategy for Prelims, Mains and CSAT

    Next 6-month Integrated UPSC 2024 Preparation Plan for a Beginner

    Join AIR 22’s Masterclass at 8 PM on Sunday, 10th Dec 2023

    First 100 will get scanned PDF UPSC Notes by AIR 22, Pavandatta


    In the last 3 years, a lot of things have changed about UPSC-CSE

    This includes Exam Patterns & trend, Prelims, CSAT, Mains, and Preparation strategy

    Standard resources and mocks can’t make you feel prepared anymore

    Now, Every ranker who qualifies Mains crafts a process for it, painstakingly

    Civilsdaily Masterclasses allow you to access the real work from those who have done it before

    All rankers built their own preparation system. What’s stopping you?

    Never start from scratch on your UPSC preparation

    Start like a Topper.

    Read what AIR 22, Pavandatta, IAS  has to say about his UPSC experience

    “I genuinely believe std. resources and mock tests are not enough now to get a rank in UPSC CSE.

    And with less than 6 months to go for UPSC Prelims 2024 one has to sit down and think about the overall preparation strategy and how he/she is going to approach the exam.

    Now you need to define the exact plan.

    This thinking gives you an edge over others in exam. You become relaxed and confident throughout the journey which is otherwise filled with lots of daily anxiety, fear and uncertainty.

    And this Sunday, I am coming to help you create your own preparation plan especially if you are a beginner, you must attend this.

    My masterclass will be a reality check on modern-day UPSC prep. Not just my book list and strategy but also my inputs on your current strategy shared with you over our private Zoom meeting.”

    Attend Masterclass by AIR 22 Pavandatta, IAS for FREE

    UPSC Preparation

    In this masterclass, you will get:

    1. A 60-minute deep dive on how to plan your UPSC preparation, especially as a beginner. 
    2. Understanding UPSC 2023’s trend and strategy for next 6 months for integrated UPSC Prelims, Mains and CSAT preparation.
    3. Insider tips that only the top IAS and IPS rankers know and apply in every attempt

    Attend Masterclass by AIR 22 Pavandatta for FREE

    First 100 will get scanned PDF UPSC Notes by AIR 22, Pavandatta

    By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for approaching and qualifying your UPSC exam with confidence and near-perfect certainty. 

    Pavandatta, IAS, UPSC CSE 2022

    Registration open! Join now to attend the masterclass for FREE

    (Don’t wait—the next masterclass won’t be until Feb 23)



    These masterclasses are packed with value. They are conducted in private with a closed community. We rarely open these masterclasses for everyone for free. This time we are keeping it for 300 seats only.

    Fee:

    • Special Access (extra 15 min with Ranker) – Free (only for first 100 registrations, register before 9th Dec)
    • Early Access – Rs. 299 (for the next 100 registrations, register before 10th Dec, 5 PM)
    • Late Access – Rs. 499 (for last 100 registrations, register before  10th Dec, Post 5 PM)

    Ready to attend the Masterclass?


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    We recommend you register here. It takes less than 10 seconds to register.

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    • We will inform you about the upcoming Masterclasses that might benefit you.
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  • My Strategy To Score High In UPSC Philosophical Essays | AIR 404, Archisha Bhattacharjee (scored 140 marks) Masterclass at 6 PM on Thursday, 7th Dec

    My Strategy To Score High In UPSC Philosophical Essays | AIR 404, Archisha Bhattacharjee (scored 140 marks) Masterclass at 6 PM on Thursday, 7th Dec

    Join AIR 404, Archisha’s Masterclass at 6 PM on Wednesday, 22nd Nov 2023

    First 100 will get scanned PDF UPSC Essay Copies and Material from AIR 404, Archisha


    In the last 3 years, there has been an upsurge in Philosophical essays in UPSC Main

    Generally, aspirants are comfortable with static (GS-based) essays

    But, static essays don’t create much space to stand out and convince the examiner

    You don’t have much edge there. 

    AIR 404, Archisha has crafted a process for writing and scoring high in Philosophical essays

    That’s what she is bringing in his Masterclass

    Read what Archisha, AIR 404 has to say about Essay writing skills

    “I believe as an aspirant you must ask yourself constantly – ‘What is my edge in this exam?’. Where can I get those extra marks?

    I asked the same.

    I realized essay writing is where the biggest scope lies. There are many doubts about choosing between – a ‘Static vs Philosophical’ essay. I say an essay is not about knowledge but an expression of your arguments. You don’t need to depend only on UPSC-related subject knowledge. I used ‘Panchatantra stories’ in my essays and scored the highest marks of all my attempts.  

    Second, aspirants think, the general rule is to write various dimensions like social, political, economic, etc but they end up writing the same arguments in different dimensions.

    You need to learn to find and write relevant anecdotes. You need to craft a thesis and antithesis around the central theme of the essay. You need to enrich your essay by using different combinations of ideas. You need to learn the art of using the right ‘Quotes’ and ending the essay on a high note to charm the examiner.

    This is where the majority of aspirants fail.

    This is what I am going to talk about in my masterclass and also share my personal, handwritten PDF essay copies over our private Zoom meeting.”

    Attend Masterclass by AIR 404, Archisha for FREE

    In this masterclass, you will get:

    1. 45 minutes of topic-by-topic deep dive on how I improved my Essay score
    2. PDF scans of my essay copies which helped me master philosophical essay topics
    3. Insider tips that only the top IAS and IPS rankers know and apply in every attempt

    Attend Masterclass by AIR 404, Archisha for FREE

    First 100 will get scanned PDF UPSC Essay Copies and Material from AIR 404, Archisha

    By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for approaching and qualifying your Essay exam with ease.

    Archisha, AIR 404, UPSC CSE 2022
    • No cringy templates or short-term hacks. Only the real thing that actually helps you. 
    • A hand-curated-invite-only community of aspirants who will add value to your preparation. 

    Registration open! Join now to attend the masterclass for FREE

    Go from the ‘hit and trial method’ to a proven process to score in Essay Paper

    It’s 2023. Essay paper demands more than just covering standard books and mocks.

    (Don’t wait—the next masterclass won’t be until Dec 23)

    We live in an infinite content and attention-deficit world. If you can’t craft a result-oriented process, and become consistent with exam preparation… you’ll never qualify for it. 



    This Masterclass is crafted to ensure the following

    You don’t just consume books and lectures but apply and test consistently what you have learned. 

    To equip you with a ranker-verified process to score high in the Essay Exam

    You develop a daily habit of studying to cover the syllabus or attempt and analyse mocks, note-making, revision or improve marks with a consistent approach. 

    We won’t just tell you WHAT you should study. We’ll teach you WHY you should study it based on timeless UPSC-CSE principles. And you’ll apply everything you learn with support from us and other smart aspirants and toppers.

    Register Now!

    Attend Masterclass by AIR 404, Archisha for FREE

    First 100 will get scanned PDF UPSC Essay Copies and Material from AIR 404, Archisha


    Why should you attend this masterclass?

    There are countless UPSC-CSE webinars out there. Most are conducted by teachers, ex-aspirants, or toppers who built a large following and explain WHAT they did.

    This Masterclass focuses on the WHY and the HOW. You’ll learn the timeless UPSC-CSE principles to become a top 1% rank-worthy aspirant.

    Deeply understand yourself and your constraints

    The best aspirants and toppers aren’t the ones who know the most about the syllabus & topics. They know the most about… themselves and their constraints. 

    It’s time to get clear about your way of preparing for the exam, finally. And you’ll build a much-needed process to understand what makes you score high marks in Philosophical essays. No more guessing. Lots more results.

    Attend Masterclass by AIR 404, Archisha for FREE

    First 100 will get scanned PDF UPSC Essay Copies and Material from AIR 404, Archisha


    Masterclass was created by Civilsdaily. We know first-hand how valuable these insights are – They are the bedrock for a successful attempt…

    Collectively, we helped over 5,000+ aspirants qualify for prelims since the private launch of these masterclasses (last 2 years).

    We are making it open for everyone for the first time this year for the 2024 Prelims. 

    These masterclasses are packed with value. They are conducted in private with a closed community. We rarely open these masterclasses for everyone for free. This time we are keeping it for 300 seats only.

    Fee:

    • Special Access (extra 15 min with Ranker) – Free (only for first 100 registrations, register before 6th Dec, 5 PM)
    • Early Access – Rs. 299 (for the next 100 registrations, register before 7th dec, 5 PM )
    • Late Access – Rs. 499 (for last 100 registrations, register 7th Dec post 5 PM)

    Ready to attend the Masterclass?

    Let’s make 2024-25 your best attempt yet. You deserve this.


    Not sure yet?

    We recommend you register here. It takes less than 10 seconds to register.

    • No spam! Once in a while, we’ll only send you high-quality exam-related content. 
    • We will inform you about the upcoming Masterclasses that might benefit you.
    • You can demand one free mentorship call from verified Civilsdaily mentors. 
    • You can always choose to unsubscribe. 
  • Venus mam’s FREE Masterclass – Smart UPSC Strategy: Focus on Themes and bypass Daily Current Affairs for Top Rank! 

    Venus mam’s FREE Masterclass – Smart UPSC Strategy: Focus on Themes and bypass Daily Current Affairs for Top Rank! 

    UPSC Current Affairs Masterclass at 7 PM on Sunday, 5th Dec 2023

    First 100 will get Samachar Manthan‘s week’s module for FREE


    In the last 3 years, a lot of things have changed about UPSC-CSE

    Including the UPSC Current Affairs Preparation

    The traditional approach to current affairs can’t make you feel prepared anymore

    Now, every ranker who qualifies UPSC-CSE has a process for their current affairs prep either devised on their own or revealed to them by mentors like Venus ma’am

    Civilsdaily Masterclasses allow you to access the real work from those who have done it before

    All rankers have their preparation system. What’s stopping you?

    Never start from scratch on your UPSC preparation

    Start like a Topper

    Attend Current Affairs Masterclass by Venus ma’am for FREE

    In this masterclass, you will get:

    1. 45 minutes of topic-by-topic deep dive into the approch to identify UPSC Current Affair Themes.
    2. Samachar Manthan’s FREE module of the current week
    3. Current Affairs strategy for UPSC 2024-25

    Attend Current Affairs Masterclass by Venus ma’am for FREE

    First 100 will get Samachar Manthan‘s week’s module for FREE

    By the end, you’ll have razor-sharp clarity and a clear roadmap for identifying themes for current affairs, approaching and qualifying UPSC CSE with ease

    Venus Awtani
    • No cringy templates or short-term hacks. Only the real thing that actually helps you. 
    • A hand-curated-invite-only community of aspirants who will add value to your preparation. 

    Registration open! Join now to attend the masterclass for FREE

    Go from the ‘hit and trial method’ to a proven process to score in UPSC CSE

    It’s almost 2024. UPSC current affairs demands more than just covering standard current affairs magazines, following newspapers, or mugging down 365 compilations.

    (Don’t wait—the next masterclass won’t be until Jan 24)

    We live in an infinite content and attention-deficit world. If you can’t craft a result-oriented process, and become consistent with exam preparation… you’ll never qualify for it. 



    This Masterclass is crafted to ensure the following

    You don’t just consume books and lectures but apply and test consistently what you have learned. 

    To equip you with a ranker-verified process to score high in the UPSC CSE

    You develop a daily habit of studying to cover the syllabus or attempt and analyze mocks, note-making, revision or improve marks with a consistent approach. 

    We won’t just tell you WHAT you should study. We’ll teach you WHY you should study it based on timeless UPSC-CSE principles. And you’ll apply everything you learn with support from us and other smart aspirants and toppers.

    Register Now!

    Attend Current Affairs Masterclass by Venus ma’am for FREE

    First 100 will get Samachar Manthan‘s week’s module for FREE


    Why should you attend this masterclass?

    There are countless UPSC-CSE webinars out there. Most are conducted by teachers, ex-aspirants, or toppers who built a large following and explain WHAT they did.

    This Masterclass focuses on the WHY and the HOW. You’ll learn the timeless UPSC-CSE principles to become a top 1% rank-worthy aspirant.

    Deeply understand yourself and your constraints

    The best aspirants and toppers aren’t the ones who know the most about the syllabus & topics. They know the most about… themselves and their constraints. 

    It’s time to get clear about your way of preparing for the exam, finally. And you’ll build a much-needed process to understand what makes you score high marks in the UPSC Exam. No more guessing. Lots more results.

    Attend Current Affairs Masterclass by Venus ma’am for FREE

    First 100 will get Samachar Manthan‘s week’s module for FREE


    Masterclass was created by Civilsdaily. We know first-hand how valuable these insights are – They are the bedrock for a successful attempt.

    These masterclasses are packed with value. They are conducted in private with a closed community. We rarely open these masterclasses for everyone for free. This time we are keeping it for 300 seats only.

    Fee:

    • Special Access (extra 15 min with Venus ma’am) – Free (only for first 100 registrations, register before 5th Dec, 1 PM)
    • Early Access – Rs. 299 (for the next 100 registrations, register before 5th Dec, 7 PM )
    • Late Access – Rs. 499 (for last 100 registrations, register 5th Dec, post 7 PM)

    Ready to attend the Masterclass?

    Let’s make 2024-25 your best attempt yet. You deserve this.


    Not sure yet?

    We recommend you register here. It takes less than 10 seconds to register.

    • No spam! Once in a while, we’ll only send you high-quality exam-related content. 
    • We will inform you about the upcoming Masterclasses that might benefit you.
    • You can demand one free mentorship call from verified Civilsdaily mentors. 
    • You can always choose to unsubscribe. 
  • Smash Ethics by Swatantra Sir, Value Addition lectures by AIR 48, IAS Aaditya sir Senior Faculty

    Smash Ethics by Swatantra Sir, Value Addition lectures by AIR 48, IAS Aaditya sir Senior Faculty

    Lectures start on 7th December. Register Here.

    Hi Aspirants,

    I’m Aaditya and I have scored 133 in GS IV Ethics, one of the highest. I had understood 1 thing – all other GS papers- GS1, GS2, GS3 require you to prepare 4-5 subjects that have infinite topics under them. And no matter how much you prepare, a lot of it will be outside your control. 

    Ethics is 1 complete GS paper dedicated to 1 subject! 

    This is a huge opportunity. It would be the greatest blunder if we didn’t make Ethics our number 1 strength. There’s no point in putting in half-baked efforts.

    Ethics can be tricky, but UPSC doesn’t expect Ph.D. level knowledge.


    Approach to Ethics can be very challenging. Consider Ethical terms like ethics, morals, values, principles, etc. We use them interchangeably at home in common parlance. At the same time, there is high-end research happening on them, every scholar has a different take, and different definitions. 

    Instead, focus on technical, bureaucratic understanding with conceptual clarity and practical applicability. My course is designed to help you navigate this terrain efficiently.

    We will cover everything essentialskip the unnecessary complexities, and foster the mastery of ethical language. Answer writing practice is key, and this course will kickstart that journey.

    Join me on this journey, and together, let’s make Ethics our number one strength! Best of luck to all of you!

    Inclusions 

    1. 12 Theory + 2 Case Studies (+2 buffer lectures if the time limit is exceeded). Live Zoom sessions for 1.30-2hrs each. Ppt will be provided.
    2. My personal Handwritten notes. You can build on top of that.  
    3. Ethics 50 Terms + CA examples for quick reference. 
    4. DoP&T+UNDP: Competency Dictionary for Civil Services
    5. 2nd ARC: Ethics in Governance

    For Smash Ethics

    1:1 Mentorship under Swatantra Sir and CD Team 

    Aspirants, without conceptual clarity, you are not even in the race. But without attempting tests and working on the feedback, you can never reach the level of Rankers. Dont be lost. Figure out your blind spots and let us help you fine-tune your preparation . 

    The mentorship package includes 
    1. 4 sectional tests to be provided along with the course 

    2. 1 Full-Length Test at the end of the course.  

    3. 3 Full-Length Tests after prelims. 

    4. 1:1 post-test analysis calls so you can focus on what needs to be done. 

    5. Enrichment sessions by Swatantra Sir and team on tests and best practices. 

    *Separate telegram group for doubts and focused discussion on upcoming tests, pyq, etc.

    For Smash Ethics + Mentorship

    Course starts 7th December. For queries/course access please whatsapp +8103803695. Please be patient and give us time to respond.