Becoming an IAS Officer:-A Dream Come True
IAS which is considered to be the “GOD” of all examinations held in India stands for Indian Administrative Services. It is undoubtedly the most desired examination for a person preparing for civil services. In general terms IAS itself includes IPS,IFS and other such posts related to administration. This examination is conducted by Union Public Services Commission (UPSC)often humorously reffered by some students as Unpredictable Public Service Commission at an All-India level. This examination consists of three stages (1)Preliminary Test:-This is an objective type test and consists of GS and Optional Paper.This test also has the rule of negative marking. Every year about 50% of the 3.5-4 lacs applicants appear in the test. (2)Mains:-Round about 5,000 people who get selected in the preliminary stage appear in mains.The Mains paper is an essay type paper and consists of two optional papers ,compulsory GS(General Studies)Paper and an Essay Paper which is common to all. (3) Personality Tes