Civil Service Training

Civil Service Training

Civil Services are jobs that involve working directly for the government and providing services to the public. In our country, these jobs are seen as prestigious very important and respected. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) organizes exams for people who want to work for the central government.

It is not a job! It's a service.

This job requires a lot from you. Some might think only Knowledge is enough, but that's not true. Others might say having the right perspective attitude is all it takes, but that's not true either. What counts is having both knowledge and the right attitude. You need to have a stable mindset, a strong determination to serve your nation, the ability to think on your feet and be creative, a clear perspective, and diplomatic skills.

Every year, thousand of young people aspire to take an exam, but only a few get chosen.

  • Some students have access to resources but lack the strategy needed to succeed. - They need good guidance.
  • Some students think they can pass because they have the basic knowledge - but the civil services exam tests more than just general knowledge. It tests every aspect of a person.
  • Some students don't even have access to the necessary resources for studying.

Here circumstances are different but the target is the same - to crack it!
To serve the nation…

Eligibility

Eligibility criteria include age between 21 and 32 years, with variations in attempts allowed and age relaxation by category, alongside a requirement of graduation from a recognized Indian University and Indian nationality for IAS and IPS positions.

“ Be a deserved one to desire! ”

Phases of Exam

The exam has three phases: Preliminary, mains, and an interview.

Prelims: [ Paper Worth: 400 marks]
  • The Prelims exam tests current affairs alongside the knowledge base built over time.
  • This includes General Studies Paper 1 [ History, Geography, Political Science, economics, and International Relations] and General Studies Paper 2: Mental Ability, English Comprehension]
  • It is not just a multiple-choice paper, it tests how well you can correlate your subject knowledge with current affairs.

For example

Current affair:

“ G20 Submit conducted with the theme: “One earth, one family, one future” Underscoring the importance of Global cooperation on pressing issues, sustainable development, climate finance, digital transformation, and inclusive growth are key priorities set by India”.

  • Sustainable development is closely interconnected with economics. Sustainable development refers to “without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, meeting the needs of the present”
  • Climate finance intersects with political science through the analysis of policies and governance mechanisms shaping the allocation of resources for climate action, and with international relations through negotiations among countries regarding financial contributions and accountability mechanisms for supporting climate initiatives within the broader framework of global governance.
  • Digital transformation can indeed intersect with aspects of international relations, particularly in the context of how digital technologies impact global interactions, diplomacy, and governance structures.
  • Inclusive growth, while primarily an economic concept, can indeed have geographical dimensions.
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Mains [ Paper Worth: 1750 marks]

The main exam evaluates how well you understand a concept and if you can explain it effectively within the given word limit. In other words, it tests not only your knowledge but also your ability to express that knowledge concisely and clearly.

  • The exam includes one paper on an essay worth 250 marks, four papers on General Studies covering various subjects[ ex: History, Geography, ethics.. etc.], and two papers on an optional subject chosen from 25 subjects and 22 languages, each worth 250 marks.]
  • Ethical paper - understanding of moral and ethical dilemmas, as well as their ability to apply ethical principles in real-world situations.
  • Clearing regional language papers is mandatory to ensure the evaluation of the remaining main papers.
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Interview: [ Worth: 275 marks]

The Interview is a face-to-face process that evaluates a candidate’s potential and commitment to society.

Final ranks are determined by summing up marks out of 1750 and interview marks out of 275, with the rank list being based on the total marks out of 2025.

KKN's Commitment to Inclusive Education

KKN, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to supporting merit and disabled students in their preparation for civil services. We are going to conduct online delivery workshops aimed at empowering these students by providing them with essential skills and knowledge. Through these workshops, KKN strives to bridge educational gaps and create opportunities for students to excel regardless of their background or physical abilities. By creating an inclusive learning environment, KKN aims to unlock the potential of every student, ensuring that they have the support and resources they need to succeed in their academic endeavors.