“You deserve that Mohit” I replied. “In my 15 years of career as a mentor and coach, I have seen thousands of such students”   

Mohit was shocked to hear this. Instead of being sympathetic I was showing him his place. 

“Sorry Sir, I couldn’t understand?”. Mohit uttered in a slow voice, showing due respect, though the contempt was visible on his face. 

“You don’t understand difference between failure and non-selection, and you are disappointed that you could not clear the prelims. Abhi toh party shuru hui hai Mohit, Prelims is just starting. The real exam is Phase 2 and Interview, whose marks are counted for the selection”   

“So, are you suggesting that I should forget my dream of becoming a District Collector. I have been preparing for the last two and half years?”   

“No, I have not said anything that suggests you stop preparing.” I interrupted.   

I further continued “First, you need to understand that not getting selected is not equivalent to failure. In school or college exams, you fail if you score below a certain percentage. However, in competitive exams there is no pass or fail.”   

“Okay, let me correct myself. Sir, this is the second time I could not qualify prelims of UPSC CSE. What do you suggest I should do for my future?”  

“I suggest you consider three things”, I said and continued,  

“First, you continue to prepare for UPSC CSE, you are sincere, and you have good analytical abilities to score in the Mains exams.   

Second, you also appear in other exams where your UPSC CSE preparation will be useful. There are many other government jobs which are as good as some of the jobs you will get through UPSC CSE.  

The third point, which will be valid after 1-2 years, is you also keep the option of working in the private sector open. Right now, the only action point is in your love for government jobs. So don’t start hating the idea of private jobs.   

“Sir, with all due respect to you and your suggestion, I would say that I don’t want to divert my attention from UPSC preparation. I want to stay focused.” Mohti responded to me still in deep thoughts and a lot of conviction in his voice.   

“Mohit, like lakhs of other students, you also have a confused goal” I said and he interrupted me before I could explain my point and said,    

“No sir, I am not confused, UPSC Exam is my only goal” Mohit replied with all seriousness.   

“Wrong. As I see this, your goal is a prestigious government job and Civil Services Exam is a means to achieve that”. I explained when he finished speaking.   

“Yes, that is correct sir” Mohit said with a confused smile. “But is there any other way to get a good government job?”   

“Mohit, all jobs from UPSC Exam are not the same. Only toppers become IAS, IPS or IFS officers, rest others go to other services in taxation, railway, audit & accounts, postal services, Group B officers and others. All jobs are not administrative jobs”   

I continued “There are many other public sector jobs in which the impact on society is much bigger, but these jobs are not offered through the UPSC Exam. Let me give you an example of the job of RBI Grade B vs Group A officer in postal department.    

“This is something very new, I never knew about this. But sir, this is Grade B level in RBI is not Group A is better in government” Mohit asked.  

“You should not compare these two jobs like this. In RBI, Grade B is senior to Grade A officer. RBI Grade B is a middle management level position.” I explained.  

“But sir, I am not from Economics and Finance background, how will I work with RBI? Do you think that they will select me?” Mohit seemed puzzled by my response to him.   

“So, you think if you get through UPSC CSE and become Tax Commissioner you will be able to manage finance but not in RBI. Moreover, there are opportunities in other Regulatory Bodies and AIFI / DFI such as SEBI, NABARD, IFSCA, PFRDA, IRDA, SIDBI, EXIM, NHB, IIFCL, IFCI, NaBFID, etc. With your UPSC preparation you may appear in these exams and get success. The competition in these exams is much less. Some people join these jobs and continue UPSC CSE preparation and some of them get selected too. When you have a job at hand your confidence increases.” I said.    

“This is good idea sir. I am sure that these exams will be spread throughout the year so I will have flexibility to appear in those whose dates are not clashing with the CSE. ” Mohit added.  

“Yes Mohit, you can choose. But please understand that if you have not cleared UPSC Exam, it does not mean that you are a failure. My point is you shall not go your studies waste. Simultaneously you may appear in other related exams and make your career successful. In all these regulatory bodies and AIFs/DFIs, you will have about a similar number of vacancies as in UPSC Exam, but less competition.”  I explained further.   

“Thank you, sir, meeting you always adds a lot of value. I will work on this. I think the RBI Grade B exam will happen soon; I will not miss the opportunity.   

About the Author – Chandra Prakash Joshi 

Chandra Prakash Joshi , one of the founders of ixamBee is an ex AGM RBI, ex SVP Yes Bank, with 13 years of senior-level experience in the banking & finance sector. He joined as RBI Grade B Officer in 2004 ( AIR 5), in 2008 got promoted to AGM (Grade C), one of the first three in his batch to get promoted. He holds a PhD (Development Communication) and is an MBA ( ISB Hyderabad.) 

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However, we cannot deny the fact that UPSC is still a dream of millions of aspirants to serve the nation by working as a civil servant. The UPSC CSE exam is conducted every year in three stages – Prelims, Mains, and Interview. This recruitment drive is organised by UPSC to select the best candidates for various civil services posts in the Indian government. UPSC is not a mere exam but an emotion to be achieved for various aspirants out there. Students invest their years of efforts to become a Civil Servant. Being a UPSC aspirant itself requires guts to stand out from the crowd and become determined enough to focus completely on their goal of cracking this exam and becoming an administrative officer. The biggest motivation for aspirants to delve into the process of UPSC preparation is the toughness of its exam and the personality they are going to possess after getting into it. UPSC preparation does wonders for students despite the clearance of exam. it makes them determined, focused and serious towards life and career. To appear for this exam, the candidates must fulfil specific eligibility criteria, be aware of upcoming exam dates, possess comprehensive knowledge of the syllabus, and understand the exam pattern.

In this blog, we will delve deeper into the eligibility criteria, exam dates, syllabus, and exam pattern of the UPSC exam.

Every year, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the UPSC Civil Service Examination with the objective of filling numerous vacancies in All India Services and several Central Civil Services. According to the current year, the UPSC Notification 2024 has been published, announcing a total of 1255 Group A IFS (Indian Forest Service) positions for the UPSC IAS 2024 Exam. This highly esteemed examination is conducted at the national level, allowing aspiring candidates to serve common people through the topmost All India Service. Those interested in this prestigious service are able to submit their online applications through the official UPSC website, www.upsc.gov.in, before 5th March 2024 at 6 pm.

UPSC CSE Notification 2024

The UPSC CSE Notification 2024 has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to announce the beginning of the UPSC Civil Service Examination for the year 2024. This notification mentions the commencement of the application process for aspiring candidates who are willing to join the prestigious All India Services and various Central Civil Services. The UPSC CSE Notification highlights important details such as the total number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam dates, and the application process. It serves as an important document for candidates seeking to pursue a career in civil services. Through this notification, UPSC has given aspirants to fulfil their dreams of serving the nation by facilitating a transparent and competitive selection process.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) officials conduct the National level Civil Service Examination and Forest Service Examination annually to recruit eligible candidates for filling Group A vacancies in the Government. Look at the glimpse of UPSC Notification 2024 from the table below.

Overview

UPSC CSE 2024 Vacancy

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts various recruitment exams annually, including the UPSC CSE Exam 2024. This exam holds crucial importance and offers numerous vacancies. For the UPSC CSE Recruitment 2024, there are 1206 vacancies available at U R Rao Satellite Centre & ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network, Bengaluru.

Please note that interested candidates who have passed the relevant examination and meet the required physical fitness criteria can apply online. The online registration process for UPSC Civil Services will commence on 14th February 2024 and continue till March 5th, 2024. After the completion of the online application process, the Authority will conduct a written examination, and candidates qualifying at this stage will be selected based on merit. Now let’s head to the important dates for the UPSC CSE Recruitment 2024.

UPSC CSE 2024 Important Dates

The UPSC CSE 2024 Important Dates are crucial for aspirants preparing for the UPSC Civil Service Examination. These dates provide a timeline for various stages of the examination process. As per the notification, the online application process for UPSC CSE 2024 is set to begin on 14th February 2024. Candidates will have a specified window to submit their applications. Following the application period, the written examination will be conducted by the UPSC. 

UPSC CSE Application Fees

UPSC CSE Eligibility & Vacancy Total : 1206 Posts

UPSC has some stringent eligibility criteria that candidates must fulfill to appear for the exam. Here are some general eligibility criteria:

UPSC Prelims 2024 Exam Pattern

UPSC Mains 2024 Exam Pattern

Conclusion

The UPSC exam is a highly competitive exam that requires complete devotion and seriousness. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply for the exam, and then prepare themselves by understanding the syllabus in detail, knowing the exam pattern, and preparing a solid study plan. With hard work, dedication, and perseverance, candidates can achieve their dream of becoming a civil servant.

To help you prepare 50% faster for competitive exams, ixamBee provides a free Mock Test Series and all the Current Affairs in English and Current Affairs in Hindi in the BeePedia capsules for GA Preparation. You can also get the latest updates for Bank PO, Bank Clerk, SSC, RBI Grade B, NABARD, and Other Government Jobs.  

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