Can I change mains optional after prelims in UPSC?

Answer: Yes, you can choose any optional subject from amongst the UPSC’s list of optional subjects for Civil Services Main Exam.

Can we choose optional after prelims?

Can a candidate choose an optional subject, which he has not studied at graduate/post graduate level? Answer – Yes.

Is there any chance of removal of optional subject in UPSC?

As mentioned above, UPSC has not come up with a decision of removing or changing the optional subject yet, but there is a high possibility of changes in the optional subject by 2022. Scraping of optional subjects from UPSC is possible and can be implemented in one go.

What is the lowest marks in UPSC interview Quora?

The 275 marks of the personality test (out of a total of 2025 marks) are significant as the UPSC can award as high as 80\% or as low as 30\% of the budgeted marks. Mostly the least expected marks in CSE interview is between 130–140 however in some cases it can go down further.

How can I get maximum marks in UPSC mains?

Your final aim must be: for each topic mentioned in the syllabus, you should have enough content to write a 250-word answer. Go through the past five years’ question papers to understand the breadth and depth of questions UPSC usually asks. It’ll give you a good perspective of what’s important and what’s not.

When should I start preparing for UPSC Mains paper?

The better strategy makes one success in mains. You need not wait until the UPSC releases notification for Civil Services Exam, for UPSC Syllabus as there wouldn’t be many changes in the syllabus. For General Studies mains paper you can start preparing along with prelims as some of the syllabi of GS Papers (Mains) overlap with the prelims.

What is the difference between prelims and MAIN exam in UPSC?

The Preliminary Exam (Prelims) is the first stage of UPSC Civil Services Exam. This exam is objective in nature (answers are to be marked in an OMR sheet). The Main Exam (Mains), is the second stage (applicable only for those who qualify prelims). Answers of the main exam should be hand-written in a question-cum-answer booklet supplied by UPSC.

How to clear UPSC Mains Exam without qualifying?

Without qualifying these papers, one cannot clear the UPSC Mains Exam; therefore, do not neglect these papers or take it lightly. To clear these papers, you have to be good at grammar, essay writing, and precise writings. Essay writing needs comprehensive thinking and a candidate who hits this mark will definitely succeed in the mains.

Should I start preparing for mains or prelims first?

If you start preparing for Mains first, you should finish most of the Mains topics (including optional subject), much before Prelims. At least 6 months should be given for dedicated Prelims preparation – if you are appearing for Prelims for the first time.

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