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Why have you decided to become an IAS?
I have always wanted to help those in need in every little way I can. By being an IAS officer, I can work every day to live my dream. Every aspect of all the IAS officers I have seen inspires me to take up the job and be like them. I really want to be in a profession where I can make my parents and nation proud.
Does IAS have free time?
The day to day life of an IAS officer during training is very disciplined and starts at 6 am sharp. The following is the schedule usually followed at LBSNAA: 6 am: Morning exercise/horse riding training for 60 minutes. 7 am to 9 am: Free time for morning activities.
What are the best books for IAS preparation?
Important books for UPSC (IAS) Preparation: Prelims
- Indian Polity for Civil Services Examinations by M.
- Indian Art and Culture by Nitin Singhania (Culture)
- Certificate Physical and Human Geography by Goh Cheng Leong. (
- Oxford School Atlas by Oxford Publishers. (
- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh (Economy)
Is it possible to become an IAS officer right after 12th standard?
It is not possible to become an IAS Officer right after completing 12th standard! In order to become an IAS Officer, you must apply for CSE exam conducted by the UPSC. You must also crack the exam (preliminary, mains and interview) in order to get selected for the training.
What are the qualities of an IAS officer?
An IAS officer has to think constitutionally, taking immense care to not let personal opinion or biases cloud his / her opinion and judgement regarding any issue. They have to be neutral, fair and abide by the constitution. You, as an aspirant, should also aim to develop these qualities. To be able to think, reason, and gather knowledge too.
How to check the postings of IAS officer?
To check the postings of IAS Officer, visit the DoPT official website – https://dopt.gov.in/posting-of-ias-officers-list/. If you are motivated to sit for the CSE exam 2021, check the UPSC Online Application now given in the linked article.
What is the first taste of life as an IAS officer?
For more on the life of an IAS office r, check the linked article. Candidates who successfully clear the UPSC IAS Exam get the first taste of life as an IAS officer as soon as they join the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration ( LBSNAA) for initial training.