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For IAS aspirants

Notes for the road to the civil services.

Practical guidance drawn from fifteen years in the service — on preparation, the interview, and life in the field once you’re through.

Preparation

Thoughts on building a sustainable study routine, choosing optional subjects, and staying consistent through a multi-year preparation cycle.

The interview

What the personality test is really assessing, and how to prepare for it without over-scripting your answers.

Life in the field

What changes once you’re commissioned — from early postings to the realities of district administration.

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