Yet another CSE mains result out. Some of us have stepped closer to our dreams and for many more it has shattered.

To those who are just inches away from crossing the Rubicon, the race is not over, don't get into celebration mode.. The real competition is here that decides your cadre, service and whether you make it to so called Holy pdf or not.. Be thankful to your support system, almighty and give your best and leave no stone unturned to make most out of the opportunity which the destiny has offered.

For the unlucky lot of people who were as deserving but fate didn't favor, I am with you in this.. Don't feel you are alone. I am there to listen to your thoughts, emotions and feelings.. Been witness to many such setbacks in my journey , i closely relate with you than the lucky lot.
No one can deny the fact that that you guys have worked equally hard and given your best. But either some strategy, or some luck or circumstances didn't favour us this time.

I know that how the life of a cse aspirant goes in a cyclical mode with upsc calendar. The opportunity cost is high and the physical, mental and emotional cost we all pay in this journey.

Right now is not the time to be hard on yourself. Be kind to yourself and And why not ?
After all What is life all about? It is not just about societal perception of material success and career goals. It is also about the experiences we have , the risks we take and most importantly the loved ones and our family that is always there to support us.

Take a break from your cse schedule and spend time with your well wishers and family. After all ,Time is a great healer and this shall too pass. One of the most important quality of humans is resilience, to bounce back every time hit by the hardships of life..
Reflect back after few days whether you want to continue preparation or look for other career options.
Life is full of many such opportunities and civil services is just one of them.

You can msg me @Traivaller_dur if want to share your thoughts.

Untill next time. May the force be with you.

Jai Mahakal ?

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All the best for the last paper. Just give your best. ?

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Another important video on Union Budget revelant for upcoming exams

A friend's initiative covering important indexes useful for pcs exams like UPPSC and BPSC and also can be quoted in upsc mains answer to enrich them

Now as the results have come out. Many of us will be in dilemma what test series to join/ which mentorship program / what sources for essay and other things..

Will give my two cents on utility of all that I felt and used so far.

1. GS :

Best source is PYQ of upsc to practice and refer solved pyq answers online . Apart from that toppers copy analysis will give you things missing in answer maybe presentation part, some data/fact etc and how to end it.

Rest join any test series for practice and simulation as per your need. I found Vision/Forum/ Next all fine. Forum has good model answers of the test series that one can buy even from market also.In general all test series also help in cover current affairs topics.

Regarding mentorship program in general most are useless and time waste as they don't understand our situation/weakness but give one size fit all approach that is not of much help to be frank.

1. Essay:

Essay is more about structure, flow, originality and not a mechanical formula we can fit. Brainstorm PYQ and listening to online discussion of previous year solved essays can help in how to approach them..
Still if you want I found nextias ruchika mam online discussion of test series essay useful for me on how to open an essay and approach.

1. Ethics :

I found lukman material available in market useful for me in understanding the things better and can refer model answers of it. Rest topper copies and PYQ discussion, writing PYQ, repotoire of examples from newspaper is quite useful. Regarding case studies, some videos discussion available on YouTube or TG channels can be referred.

1. Optional Test series:

Again good with basic concepts and foundation and then analysis of topper copies is the key .

Rest you can join any test series for practice as no particular test series is self sufficient as mostly evaluation is done by students only.

All the views expressed above are just personal opinion based on my perception. So use it as per your own wisdom and requirement.

Happy learning and prepration. Best wishes .

Jai Mahakal

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