University of Burdwan - LLB

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: A candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualification.
• Age Limit: Generally, the candidate must be between 21 and 32 years of age as of August 1 of the exam year. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government norms.
• Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan or Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, with intentions of permanent settlement.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: The Civil Services Preliminary exam is conducted online (Computer Based Test - CBT).
• Number of Questions: Preliminary exam comprises 2 papers - General Studies Paper I and CSAT (Paper II). Each paper contains around 100 questions.
• Marking Scheme: General Studies Paper I carries 200 marks, CSAT Paper II also carries 200 marks. CSAT is qualifying in nature and requires minimum 33% marks to qualify.
• Subjects Covered: - General Studies includes Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, General Science. - CSAT includes Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
• Exam Schedule: The Preliminary exam is usually held in June every year. The official notification is typically released in February or March.

Syllabus

• General Studies Paper I:
  • Current events of national and international importance
  • History of India and Indian National Movement
  • Indian and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic geography
  • Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj
  • Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion
  • Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change
  • General Science
• CSAT Paper II (Qualifying):
  • Comprehension
  • Interpersonal skills including communication skills
  • Logical reasoning and analytical ability
  • Decision-making and problem-solving
  • General mental ability
  • Basic numeracy (Numbers and their relations, order of magnitude, etc.)
  • Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency)

Other Content

Application Process

1. Visit the official UPSC website at https://upsconline.nic.in/.
2. Register yourself by creating a new user ID.
3. Login with your credentials and fill in the online application form carefully including personal and educational details.
4. Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature as per specifications.
5. Pay the application fee online through net banking/credit/debit card or offline through designated banks if applicable.
6. Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Courses Offered

• Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
• Indian Police Service (IPS)
• Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
• Other Central Services like Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IAAS), etc.

Facts about the Entrance Exam

• UPSC Civil Services Exam is one of the toughest and most prestigious exams in India.
• It is conducted in three stages: Preliminary, Mains and Interview.
• The number of candidates appearing runs into lakhs each year with only a few hundred qualifying.

Admit Card

• Admit cards are usually released 3 weeks before the exam on the official UPSC website.
• Download by logging in with registration ID and date of birth.
• Carry the admit card to the exam center along with a valid photo ID proof.
• Read all instructions mentioned on the admit card carefully before the exam day.

Results & Cut-Offs

• Results are announced on the official UPSC website under the examination section.
• Cut-off marks vary each year depending on difficulty level and number of vacancies.
• Only candidates clearing the preliminary cut-off are qualified for the Mains stage.

Preparation Tips

• Understand the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly before starting preparation.
• Read daily newspapers like The Hindu or Indian Express for current affairs.
• Refer to standard NCERT books for basic concepts and detailed reference books for advanced study.
• Practice previous years question papers and take mock tests regularly.
• Join coaching or online test series if needed for structured preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: How many attempts are allowed for the UPSC Civil Services Exam?
  A: Generally, 6 attempts for general category, higher for reserved categories as per rules.
• Q: Is there negative marking in the Preliminary exam?
  A: Yes, one-third mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
• Q: Can graduates from any stream apply?
  A: Yes, graduates from any discipline are eligible.
• Q: Is the Preliminary exam qualifying in nature?
  A: Only the CSAT paper is qualifying with minimum 33% marks, General Studies paper is counted for merit.
• Q: When is the exam notification released?
  A: Usually in February/March each year.