NEW PATTERN in upsc civil services examination

CANDIDATES SHOULD NOTE THAT THERE ARE CERTAIN CHANGES IN THE
SCHEME OF CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAMINATION, WHICH HAVE BEEN
ELUCIDATED IN THE SCHEME OF EXAMINATION. THERE ARE SOME OTHER
CHANGES ALSO IN REGARD TO THE CHOICE OF LANGUAGE MEDIUM IN THE
CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAMINATION. THESE MAY ALSO BE NOTED.


HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates are required to apply Online by using the website http:// www.upsconline.nic.in Detailed instructions for filling
up online applications are available on the above- mentioned website.


Scheme and subjects for the Preliminary and Main Examinations
A. Preliminary Examination
The Examination shall comprise two compulsory papers of 200 marks each.
NOTE (i) Both the question papers will be of the objective type (multiple choice questions).
(ii) The question papers will be set both in Hindi and English. However, questions relating to English Language
Comprehension skills of Class X level will be tested through passages from English Language only without
providing Hindi translation thereof in the question paper.
(iii) Details of the syllabi are indicated in Part A of Section III.
(iv) Each paper will be of two hours duration. Blind candidates will however; be allowed an extra time of twenty
minutes at each paper.
B. Main Examination
The written examination will consist of the following papers:
Paper-I
Section 1 Essay 200 Marks
Section 2 English Comprehension
& English Précis 100 Marks
(Of Matriculation/ Xth standard
level)
Paper-II
General Studies–I 250Marks
(Indian Heritage and Culture,
History and Geography of the World
and Society)
Paper-III
General Studies –II 250 Marks
(Governance, Constitution,
Polity, Social Justice and
International relations)
Paper-IV
General Studies –III 250 Marks
(Technology, Economic Development,
Bio-diversity, Environment, Security
and Disaster Management)
Paper-V
General Studies –IV 250 Marks
(Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude)
Paper-VI
Optional Subject – Paper 1 250 Marks
Paper-VII
Optional Subject – Paper 2 250 Marks
Sub Total (Written test) 1800 Marks
Personality Test 275 Marks.
Grand Total 2075 Marks

Most recommended Books for SSC -CGL 2014 Tier I

SSC CGL exam stands for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam.

Staff Selection Commission is an organization entrusted with examining and recommending candidates for recruitment by various departments under Government of India at staff (Non-Gazzetted posts) levels.

The exam is conducted in two stages... viz. Tier I and Tier II

Tier I : tier I consists of following four sections:-

General Intelligence & Reasoning	50 marks -50 Questions
General Awareness	50 marks - 50 Questions
Quantitative Aptitude	50 marks. - 50 Questions
English Comprehension	50 marks -  50 Questions

Since its imperative to clear tier 1 to move on to tier 2 its important that aspirants work hard for tier 1. Also since marks of tier-1 are carried forward therefore its important for candidates to aspire for maximum marks in tier-1. Since there is not much time left its necessary to consult books which are comprehensive and most beneficial. Keeping these things in mind following books have been chosen for assured success of aspirants.

SSC Combined Graduate Level Pre. Examination  – This book is from arihant publications and covers all the topics along with previous years papers of last two years. A thorough preparation of this book will be enough for tier -1

Complete Guide for SSC Staff Selection Commission: Combined Graduate Level Examination (Tier - 1) - Based on the latest syllabus of SSC, the book specifically addresses the complete needs of aspirants appearing for this examination. The aim is to provide sufficient knowledge and adequate practice to strengthen the preparation levels of the aspirants.

SSC Combined Graduate Level Success Series (Set of 6 Books)

This Box set Include These Titles

1.) Success Series Indian Polity: An Indispensable Book for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination also Useful for IAS / PCS / NDA / CDS and all Other Examinations

2.) Success Series Geography: An Indispensable Book for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination also Useful for IAS / PCS / NDA / CDS and all Other Examinations

3.) Success Series Indian Economy: An Indispensable Book for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination also Useful for IAS / PCS / NDA / CDS and all Other Examinations

4.) Success Series General Knowledge: An Indispensable Book for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination also Useful for IAS / PCS / NDA / CDS and all Other Examinations

5.) Success Series General Science: An Indispensable Book for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination also Useful for IAS / PCS / NDA / CDS and all Other Examinations

6.) Success Series History: An Indispensable Book for Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination also Useful for IAS / PCS / NDA / CDS and all Other Examinations

SSC Combined Graduate Level: Pre. Examination 30 Practice Sets

Key Features: Previous year solved paper is provided for understanding well

·         30 Practice Sets are provided with their objective answers

·         Each section included objective type questions

·         Detailed hints and solutions are provided at the end of the each practice set

Books recommended for CSAT 2014

The new CSAT Prelims syllabus focuses on the basics, logical

analysis, and requires candidates to be well versed with the fundamentals
rather than focusing solely on current affairs to clear CSAT. The aspirants
appearing for CSAT exam should prepare well in multiple disciplines like
General Science, Indian Politics, General mental ability, Decision making and
problem solving. Keeping this in mind following most recommended books are
chosen

Books recommended by toppers for UPSC civil services exam papers I are following



Books recommended by toppers for UPSC Civil Service exam paper II are following