IAS Prelims -
As per the 2017 analysis, the test takers find the UPSC Exam difficult than the last year. The questions required having an extensive and in-depth knowledge of the subjects and the knowledge related to the current affairs. Those with just the surface knowledge found the GS Paper-1 tough to solve.
GS Paper-1 Analysis-
1) The paper was divided in among the subjects in a manner given below-
2) There was good number of questions from the Indian Polity section. The Level was moderate and to score in this section; needs the conceptual clarity of the static and dynamic part of the subject.
3) The questions from History of India and Indian National Movement were complicated. In-depth knowledge was needed to solve the Art and Culture part correctly. From Modern India also, non-conventional questions were asked.
4) Geography was easy. The one with good knowledge of Maps found it very simple.
5) Demonetization, GST and Benami Property Act were in the hot news, the questions from Banking, Finance and Financial Inclusion were obviously expected. The questions were asked on National Pension System (NPS), Small Finance Banks (SFBs), etc.
6) Environment and Ecology section remained a dominant area in UPSC Exam. Location based and International Organizations questions related to Environment were asked.
7) Current Affairs has been covering a major portion of the UPSC Exam.
8) The NDA Government schemes like National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF), Vidyanjali Yojna and smart India Hackathon were also given importance.
Paper 2-
1) UPSC Exam had increased the level of CSAT Paper- 2.
2) Comprehension Passage had maintained dominance in the paper.
3) Tough Aptitude Questions were asked in UPSC Exam.
UPSC Exam expected Cutoffs:
IAS 2015 Prelims -
Category |
GEN |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PH-1 |
PH-2 |
PH-3 |
UPSC Exam |
107.34 |
106.00 |
94.00 |
91.34 |
90.66 |
76.66 |
40.00
|
IAS 2015 Mains -
Category |
GEN |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PH-1 |
PH-2 |
PH-3 |
UPSC Exam |
676 |
630 |
622 |
617 |
580 |
627 |
504
|
IAS 2015 Final -
Category |
GEN |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PH-1 |
PH-2 |
PH-3 |
UPSC Exam |
877 |
834 |
810 |
801 |
802 |
830 |
697
|
UPSC Exam 2014 Cutoffs:
IAS 2014 Prelims
Category |
GEN |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PH-1 |
PH-2 |
PH-3 |
UPSC Exam |
205 |
204 |
182 |
174 |
167 |
113 |
115 |
IAS 2014 Mains -
Category |
GEN |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PH-1 |
PH-2 |
PH-3 |
UPSC Exam |
678 |
631 |
631 |
619 |
609 |
575 |
449 |
IAS 2014 Final -
Category |
GEN |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PH-1 |
PH-2 |
PH-3 |
UPSC Exam |
889 |
844 |
830 |
811 |
816 |
778 |
713 |
Probation Period: Training Programme
Part |
Induction Training Programme |
Duration |
1. |
Foundational Training: It is a training imparted to probationers of the All India Services / the IAS / the IPS/ the IFS (Indian Forest Service) and the various Central Services (Group-A) of the Union. The main purpose of this training is to give the basic understanding of the constitutional, political, socio-economic and legal framework of the country; and also fostering cooperation and inter-dependence among the members of the different public services. |
15 Weeks |
2. |
IAS Professional Training, Phase-I : The aim of this training aims is to develop the professional skills in handling a responsibilities that an officer shoulders within the first ten years of service. |
26 Weeks |
3. |
District Training: During District Training, the officer trainees learn about the various facets of administration at the district level. They are required to do assignments for the Academy, based on field studies in the district. |
52 Weeks |
4. |
IAS Professional Training, Phase-II : This phase is designed to consolidate the learning and assignment of the district experiences gained over one year in the field with the technical constructs taught earlier. |
6 Weeks |
District Training Attachment of IAS Probationers
Attachment |
Duration |
Tehsil |
1 week |
BDO |
1 week |
Zilla Parishad |
2 Days |
SDO |
1 week |
Superintendent of Police |
2 Days |
District Judge /CJM and other DLO’s |
2 Days |
DRDA and Development Projects |
1 week |
Police Station |
2 Days |
Municipality |
2 Days |
Charge of BDO |
4 weeks |
Independent charge of Tehsildar |
4 weeks |
Settlement Training |
1 week |
Institutional Training at RIPA – Phase I |
3 weeks |
Institutional Training at RIPA – Phase II |
4 weeks |
Debriefing Sessions |
3 Days |
Independent charge Assistant Collector and Magistrate |
28 Weeks |
Appointment after probation: Designations
Position in the |
Equivalent Position |
UNDER SECRETARY |
DEPUTY SECRETARY |
DEPUTY SECRETARY |
JOINT SECRETARY |
DIRECTOR |
SPECIAL SECRETARY |
JOINT SECRETARY |
SECRETARY |
ADDITIONAL SECRETARY |
PRINCIPAL SECRETARIES |
SECRETARY |
CHIEF SECRETARY |
CABINET SECRETARY |
NO EQUIVALENT |
1. Figures in brackets indicate minimum years in the IAS to achieve said designation though not the only criteria. |