Interview Tips : How to prepare for UPSC Interview

As we all wait for the Mains Results, we would like to give you some tips for the UPSC interview:

• The interview will go on expected lines if you can give well-prepared answers.

• The preparation should be at two levels – the subject matter preparation and the way you present yourself.

• One should prepare for the interview with a group of 3-4 people as the preparation for Interview cannot be done in isolation. Personality is a life-time asset and expecting miraculous changes in personality in a span of a few days or weeks is not possible. Yet, efforts can be made to overcome major deficiency and polishing of views and opinions.

• Use a handy cam or a mirror to see how you speak, the facial expressions, mannerisms etc.

• Keep visualizing the interview scenario and modify yourself accordingly. In interview- you are assessed right from the moment you enter. So the following aspects are important—the way you walk; the way you sit down; the way you dress up; the enthusiasm and cheerfulness in your face; the way you talk; your mannerisms; facial expressions; politeness; behavior; the way you tackle the questions; the confidence you display; the way you take leave and walk out of the room; etc. So in all these dimensions you should keep contemplating and put your best performance on that day.

• The best way of preparation is to just sit and do brain storming intensively. Think what type of questions can be asked and how you can give a simple and logical answer. This will not come from reading many books. It requires lot of introspection.

• Show a positive body language. You believe that you are suitable for the job. Convey to them the message that you are the person they are looking for.

• Read various original interviews given in the magazines or ForumIAS to understand what the UPSC expects from you.

All the Best for UPSC Mains Results 🙂