Best way to prepare for UPSC from NCERT books, check tips

UPSC Prelims 2023: On February 1, the notification for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Prelims 2023 was released. Every year, tens of thousands of candidates prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Exam. When it comes to UPSC preparation, experts agree that NCERT books are the most useful. Abhijeet, a social media user and UPSC preparation coach, shared preparation tips using NCERT books. Please tell us how you plan to use NCERT to prepare for the UPSC. What should be remembered during this period?

How do I study NCERT for UPSC?

Shortlist

Candidates must prioritise the books because not all NCERTs are appropriate for UPSC preparation.

Class VI-X: At least once go through History, Geography, Civics, and Economics.

History, Geography, Sociology, and Psychology are studied in classes XI-XII.

Subject-by-subject research

Once the books have been chosen, read them in order of subject rather than class. Abhijeet explains with an example: First, complete all NCERT (6th to 12th) Geography, then move on to Politics, and finally Economics.

Underline

When reading a topic for the first time, do not underline or make notes on it. Now, read the same topic again and underline the key points and make notes in your native language based on your understanding.

Important dates

Date of issue of notification – 1 February 2023

Date of application – 1 February 2023

Date to apply for the exam – 21 February 2023

Date of commencement of examination: May 28, 2023 (Sunday)

Duration of Exam: 1 day

Date of release of preliminary exam result – will be released soon.

CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAMINATION, 2023 Dates of Commencement of Examination: 15th September, 2023 (Friday)

CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAMINATION, 2023 Duration of exam: 5 days