{"id":4048,"date":"2025-06-12T12:32:12","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T12:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gpscguide.in\/blog\/?p=4048"},"modified":"2025-07-28T09:38:09","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T09:38:09","slug":"cracking-gpsc-prelims-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpscguide.in\/blog\/cracking-gpsc-prelims-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Cracking the GPSC Prelims: Essential Tips and Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) Prelims is the first step that one needs to pass to secure a government job. No wonder that the job demands a strategic schedule, consistency, and discipline. Sharing some essential tips to crack the prelims like a pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding the Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The prelims syllabus consists of two General Studies papers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>General Studies Paper I:<\/strong> Polity, History, Geography, Science, Economy, and Mental Ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Studies Paper II:<\/strong> Indian Economy, Science &amp; Technology, Geography, and Current Affairs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marks Distribution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each paper contains 150 questions. The total marks are 200, with a 3-hour time limit.<br>Against each wrong answer, 1.3 marks will be deducted. The qualifying marks are 33% in each paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why NCERT?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To score better NCERT is your primary support and the base for your preparation. Refer to classes 6-12 textbooks. Read them well, it\u2019s the best way to build your concept\u2019s foundation. It provides you with clear and accurate explanations of certain topics. Specifically, History, Science, and Geography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reference Book List<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While NCERT clears your base, reference books help you polish it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Political Science, refer to \u2018Indian Polity\u2019 by M. Laxmikanth, Economics \u2018Indian Economy\u2019 by Ramesh Singh, for Geography \u2018 Certificate Physical and Human Geography\u2019 by G.C.Leong, Science \u2018Science and Technology in India\u2019 by Kalpana Rajaram, and for History refer to \u2018 Modern India\u2019 by Bipin Chandra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Referencing is always adding one drop of extra knowledge to your learning, making it more researched, strong, and impactful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Affairs is Mandatory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying updated on current affairs is the game-changer. It\u2019s a very important part to crack the GPSC. One has to stay updated on the news affairs of Gujarat as well as the world affairs. Refer to newspapers like \u2018The Hindu\u2019, \u2018The Times of India\u2019 for national and international updates. Also, can refer to \u2018Gujarat Samachar\u2019 and \u2018Sandesh\u2019 for the current updates on Gujarat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practice is the Key<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice never goes out of tradition. Take <a href=\"https:\/\/gpscguide.in\/blog\/understanding-mock-tests-in-gpsc-preparation\/\">mock tests<\/a> regularly to keep up with the competition and current question suggestions. Also, get the best of all study materials and expert guidance from the GPSC Guide. Keep tracking your progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Study Plan is a Must<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always plan your schedule. Divide the time and the subjects according to your preference. Time management is the key that can unlock a lot of doors. Especially being a GPSC aspirant, you must set goals to achieve your target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Revision Sessions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allocate a specific time in your schedule to revise the topics. Learning without revision is a dull process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pro Tip: Create flash notes to make your revisions crisp and on point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">End Note<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, consistency and strategy are the key. When you study with the <a href=\"https:\/\/gpscguide.in\/\">GPSC Guide<\/a>, half of your doubts are already cleared. But you must polish your learning with regular revisions followed by mock tests. And never forget to take care of yourself. Study smart and don\u2019t sign up for dullness. 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