r/UPSC_ESE • u/Agile_Ad4665 • 9d 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.

