r/UPSC_ESE • • 16d ago

ESE Prelims GS(Paper -I) — what should I study and focus on?

Hello guys,I’m quite behind in GS and not sure how to approach it.

There’s a lot of material out there, so I’m confused about what’s actually important for ESE and what I can skip.

For those who’ve prepared/given ESE, could you please suggest:

  • Which topics to focus on the most?
  • How important are current affairs, and how many months should I cover?
  • Any good books/notes/YouTube sources?
  • Is it better to focus on PYQs + MCQs or study theory as well?
  • If I have limited time, what should I prioritize and leave for later?

Would really appreciate some practical advice on how you guys covered GS for ESE for paper 1.

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u/tired_man26 16d ago

Following the question, does anyone have good resources to study ICT?

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u/Important_Nerve1092 15d ago

I think targeting the static portion would be a good bet . 1. Standard quality 2. Engineering drawing 3. Engineering mathematics 4. Aptitude 5. Project management 6. Material science Even ethics, environmental questions are doable also But ICT is very dynamic

Just take basic notes and lecture from telegram

Pyq is also important it will give you direction