WBCS Exam Guidance for Beginners
Nearly 2.5 lakhs candidates appeared for the WBCS examination last year. WBCS is a dream career for millions of aspirants all over West Bengal. West Bengal Public Service Commission is the guiding agency which conducts this examination for aspirants who want to see them established as State Administrative Officers, Police Service Officers, Revenue Service Officers, etc. Are you confused about how to start preparing for it? We bring some vital and key information regarding your WBCS exam. Mondal Prakashani WBCS Practice Set is the secret remedy for your success. This is available exclusively at our Online College Street bookshop.
Before starting, you should know about the basic requisites-
· Age limit- Not less than 21 years and not more than 36 years as per 1st January of the year of exam.
· Eligibility- Should be from a recognized university and should be able to read, write and speak in Bengali.
When to start preparing?
Ideally, an aspirant should start preparing in his/her final year of graduation.
How to prepare for the exam?
Start with the basics. Follow Mondal Prakashani books and Question Banks as text books and reference books. It is always advisable to start preparing for the Prelims as well as for the Mains.
How to choose the optional subject?
Optional subject selection is an important decision as it can fetch you good scores with the chances of getting selected for Group A and B services. Factors to be considered before choosing-
· Scoring potential
· Subject interest
· Resources
How to prepare for Prelims?
One should start preparing for Prelims four months before the exam date. Do not leave any part unprepared because the exam pattern and syllabus may vary every year. Comprehensive preparation for the Prelims is required for all subjects- Indian history, General Studies, Indian national Movement, General English, General Mental Ability, Geography of India and Current affairs.
How to prepare for the Mains?
A candidate’s selection in the WBCS exam depends on the marks scored by him in the Mains and interview. The main exam has 1600 marks for Group A and B while 1200 marks for C and D. General Studies is common for both Prelims and Mains exams. A candidate must prepare his/her optional subject before the prelims. There will be a 3–4 month gap between Prelims and Mains in which candidates have to study 6 compulsory subjects and one optional paper. Mondal Prakashani WBCS Practice Set is a must-have for all candidates.
How to keep yourself motivated?
· Keep yourself stress-free. Do not panic.
· Take adequate sleep before the day of the exam.
· Talk to your family members and friends.
· Believe in yourself.
The civil services examination is an eminent one and the standard of papers designed for it, are such that tests the analytical and conceptual clarity of the candidates. Candidates ought to solve previous years’ question papers and Mondal Prakashani Practice Set for achieving perfection.
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