According to previous section there are two two papers in the IAS preliminary exam.
1. General studies : This is compulsory.
2. Optional Subject : This is optional i.e. according to your choice.

If you want to get good marks in general studies then you have to prepare the following area:


1. History
2. Geography
3. Political Science
4. Economy
5. Mental Abiltiy
6. Current Affairs
7. General Knowledge.


 Preparation Tips For IAS Exam:

1. You needs to put in a lot of time dedication and concentrated devotion to prepare thoroughly for IAS exam

2. You should ideally go for preparing in the reverse order, and tune up your time-management skills and rational thinking.

3. Your writing skills should be excellent, as it being a paper which includes essay and English writing exams.

4. You should have good and speedy writing skills as well as good expression of thoughts.

5. You should practice by reading a lot and writing lot of essays

6. You should choose the right book for your preparation.