UPSC Civil Services Exam Resources
Why These Resources Are Important
Official websites, current affairs portals, and government reports are critical for UPSC preparation because they provide authentic information about syllabus, government schemes, reports, statistics, and case studies which are essential for Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
How to Use These Resources
- Follow official UPSC notifications for exam updates.
- Track current affairs daily using recommended portals.
- Use government reports for data, case studies, and essay writing.
- Make notes systematically for revision.
- Use authentic websites only to avoid outdated or incorrect information.
UPSC & Government Websites for Preparation
| Website | Purpose / Use |
|---|---|
| UPSC Official | Notifications, syllabus, exam updates, admit cards, results |
| NCERT Official | Authoritative NCERT textbooks for conceptual clarity |
| The Hindu | Daily news, editorials, national & international news |
| Indian Express | Current affairs, editorials, government policies |
| PIB | Official press releases, schemes, policies |
| India.gov.in | Government information & schemes |
| Census of India | Demographics & statistical data |
| PRS Legislative Research | Bills, acts, policy analysis |
| IDSA | Security & defense updates |
| Centre for Policy Research | Policy & research reports |
| Economic Survey | Economy updates & statistics |
| India Budget | Union budget & finance |
| Reserve Bank of India | Monetary policy & banking updates |
| World Bank Data | International socio-economic data |
| Survey of India | Maps & geographical data |
| ISRO | Satellite & GIS data |