This video features an interview with Samiran Bhatt, who secured Rank 7 and was selected as a DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police) in the Uttarakhand PCS 2021 examination. Throughout the discussion, he shares his journey and strategies for clearing multiple competitive exams consecutively, including FRO, Lower PCS, and Upper PCS in his first attempt.
Key Highlights of his Journey and Strategy
- Initial Motivation: After completing his B.Tech and Masters in Civil Engineering, Samiran felt a calling for government service rather than a private sector career.
- Exam Strategy:
- Foundation: He emphasizes starting with NCERT books and then moving to standard reference books like Laxmikanth for Polity and Spectrum for History.
- Practice: He highlights the importance of solving Previous Year Questions (PYQs) from the last 10 years and utilizing mock tests to gauge performance.
- Mains Preparation: Success in the Mains depends on answer writing practice and enriching content with current affairs and newspaper analysis.
- Importance of Mentorship: Samiran credits his success to consistent guidance from his mentor, noting that having a mentor helps streamline the long and challenging preparation process, much like a guide in one’s life.
- Dealing with Stress: He advises aspirants to stay motivated by connecting with family, practicing meditation, or pursuing hobbies during phases of self-doubt or low motivation.
- New Pattern Guidance: For the updated Uttarakhand PCS pattern, he suggests focusing on Uttaranchal-specific content (History, Culture, Economy) and aligning preparation with the UPSC-style GS pattern.
Samiran emphasizes that consistency and a structured path are the most critical factors for clearing civil services examinations.