Clear the First Hurdle.
UPSC Prelims.
The Civil Services Preliminary Examination is a rigorous screening test. Prepare with absolute precision for the decisive May 24, 2026 evaluation covering General Studies and CSAT.
Understanding The Prelims Architecture
The Preliminary Examination comprises two objective type papers. Marks obtained here act as a screening filter and are not counted towards your final merit ranking.
General Studies
(Paper I)
- Conducted in Morning Shift (120 Minutes)
- Stringent -0.66 marks negative penalty
Current Events, History of India & National Movement, Indian & World Geography, Polity, Economic & Social Development, Environment Ecology, and General Science.
Aptitude Test (CSAT)
(Paper II)
- 2.5 Marks awarded per correct answer.
- Stringent -0.83 marks negative penalty
Comprehension, Interpersonal Skills, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Decision Making, Mental Ability, Basic Numeracy, and Data Interpretation.
Prelims Masterplan Tactics
Tactics strictly implemented in our Mock Series to help you survive the toughest examination in the country.
The Art of
Option Elimination
UPSC papers are fundamentally built to test logic over direct memory. You will rarely know 100% of the answers. Practice eliminating extreme statements ("only", "always", "never") from multi-statement questions.
Do Not Ignore
The CSAT Filter
CSAT difficulty is skyrocketing towards CAT-level logic and number systems. Even if you score 140+ in GS Paper 1, failing to get 66 marks in CSAT disqualifies you completely from writing the Mains.
Static Core vs
Current Dynamics
Your static core (Polity, History, Geo) must be rock solid to clear the foundational cutoff. Current affairs simply provide the edge. Prioritize standard NCERTs and reference Books before magazines.
Evaluate Yourself Before
UPSC Evaluates You.
Choose a testing architecture curated by selected candidates and subject matter experts. Master time pressure, negative marking, and the elimination technique.
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