Is CSAT 2018 Tough?

“CSAT questions were tougher than last year. But the language was direct and simple enough and an average student who would have covered the syllabus can qualify,” said Guru Rahman, a teacher of Patna’s Rahman coaching institute from which every year many students qualify in the examination.

How was your UPSC Prelims 2018 Quora?

This year, I started 15 days earlier, read the whole syllabus thoroughly with 2 time revision of my notes and ncerts. Kept my mind calm. I scored on an avg 115–120 in both vision and insights test series in Full length tests. I was confident of scoring 120.

Is calculator allowed in UPSC Prelims?

Can candidates use calculators in UPSC Civil Services Exam? Not for UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam. But candidates will be allowed the use of Scientific (Non-Programmable type) Calculators at the conventional (Essay) type examination of UPSC, ie Mains Exam.

Why people fail in prelims Quora?

Lack of syllabus coverage: Many aspirants doing self study or studying coaching institutes fail to cover the entire syllabus. Lack of revision: A large number of students fail to revise the syllabus . Thus not able to retain what they read. Lack of practice: Many aspirants do not solve sufficient MCQs thus fail.

Is CSAT paper easy?

Broadly, the CSAT paper tests a candidate’s logical reasoning and analytical skills, decision-making and interpersonal ability, general mental ability, and reading comprehension. As compared to GS I, the CSAT syllabus is defined and can be easily prepared through practice.

What is CSAT full form?

Civil Services Aptitude Test, a compulsory part of Civil Services Examination, that act as a screening test to Civil Services Main examination Conducted annually by Union Public Service Commission of India. It is also known as Civil Services Preliminary Examination.

Can I wear watch in UPSC exam?

The UPSC allows analog watches for candidates. It is advisable to wear one so that you can always be aware of how much time has passed and how much is left. There is no need to depend on the invigilator for it. Please remember smartwatches or digital ones are not allowed.

What is CSAT in UPSC?

The full form of CSAT is the Civil Services Aptitude Test. It was introduced in the year 2011 as a part of the UPSC Civil Services Exam (Preliminary) to test the analytical skills, reasoning ability and aptitude of IAS aspirants.

How many questions are asked in IAS prelims?

IAS Prelims is a qualifying exam. Candidates have to get a minimum of 33\% to be qualified for the Mains….IAS Prelims Exam Pattern.

Particulars	Details
Number of Questions	Paper 1- 100; Paper 2- 80
Question Paper Type	Multiple Choice Questions
IAS Prelims Total Marks	400

Is UPSC answer key for civil services prelims 2018 available?

The official UPSC Answer Key for Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2018 is now available. Prelims 2018 was conducted on June 03th, 2018. General Studies Paper 1: What is the official answer key?

How can I re-take previous year UPSC question papers?

Here, the facility is provided to re-take previous year UPSC Question papers in a timed-environment, replicating UPSC conditions. Once an exam is over, you will questions and answers together in “ Answer Keys ” link and “ My Account “. Invest just 2 hours per day.

Should I focus on mains or expected score in prelims 2018?

We request candidates to henceforth start focusing on Mains irrespective of your expected scores in prelims – 2018. Wish you all the best. *Please note that the Source mentioned at the end of each explanation is not the source that UPSC may have used to frame these questions.