Things To Avoid In College As UPSC Aspirant
You should always keep it in mind- What to do and what should we not do as a UPSC aspirant. In this article, we’ll be discussing about the things we should avoid as UPSC aspirant📚.
1. Selection of any random subject
Always remember, you should not select those subjects in college which does not cover the UPSC syllabus as it will only be a time waste. Avoid choosing easy subjects on the basis of trends. Your one decision can affect your journey to crack UPSC. So, choose the subjects so carefully.
2. Ignoring NCERTs 📖
NCERTs are the base for UPSC preparation. So, it’s important to revise NCERT books from class 6th to 12th during your college years. Many people avoid NCERTs and considers it as unnecessary but this is the biggest mistake a UPSC aspirant can ever do.
3. Wasting Time on Social Media📱
College years are the best time to start preparing for UPSC. So, at this time, you should avoid involving in college politics and you should avoid social media for entertainment. Instead, you can use it for good use like to get updated about latest news and all.
4. Delay Reading Newspaper📰
Current Affairs are essential for both Prelims and Mains. So, it’s important to read newspaper 10- 15 minutes daily. Postponing or delaying newspaper reading would be a negative impact on your preparation.
5. Ignoring Essay Writing✍️
Start writing an essay daily. It will help you in essay writing exam of UPSC. Also, focus in enhancing your English Fluency and Vocabulary. Poor writing skills can negatively affect your Mains performance and marks.
6. Bad Time Management⌚
UPSC requires consistency. So, it’s important to make a time table and follow it. Time Management is the key to move one more step towards UPSC. You should at least study 4 focused hours a day. Taking breaks and relying fully on college lectures is not enough.
7. Underestimate Physical and Mental Health
The UPSC journey is so long and that’s why, it’s important to focus on your health too. Avoid bad sleeping patterns, junk food and stress. Instead, start exercising daily, meditation and maintain proper sleep patterns ( at least 8 hours )😴.
8. Wrong Peer Group
Join the group in which everyone motivates you and provide you with knowledgeable materials. Your friend circle influences your mindset and your habits. So, stay surrounded by those who motivates and encourages you.
9. Falling for UPSC myths
There are so many myths about UPSC that most of the people believe on. Don’t believe on them as these myths can demotivate you. Some of these myths are:
- Study for 10- 15 hours a day.
- Only toppers can crack UPSC.
- Always start preparing after your graduation.
College is the high time when you can start preparing for UPSC. Why delay now? Go and start preparing now📕.
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