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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The candidates should note that there is no substituion to the hard work. The candidates are suggested to prepare all the topics given in the WBCS syllabus. The candidates can score better by enhancing their answers with graphical representation, factual data tables, releveant quotes and the likes. In addition to that, the candidates can boost their scorePractice Test SeriesChoose the Right Optional SubjectFocus on Scoring SubjectsImprove Weak AreasStay Updated with Current AffairsManage Time Effectively
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The candidates should note that the WBCS is a competitive exam and the candidates will be required to score as much as they can in order to clear the WBCS exam. There is no qualifying mars assigned for the candidates to clear the exam. The selection of the candidates depend on the WBCS cutoff for their category and their marks in the main (written) and the personality test.The candidates are required to breach the cutoff of the Mains exam and the final cutoff to get selected in the final merit list.
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The WBCS exam is the premiere exam of the state conducted by the West Bengal Public Service Commission. The competition in the WBCS exam is fierce and the candidates are suggested to prepare a strategy for WBCS preparation. The candidates can see below some important components which they should keep in mind while preparing for the exam.Preparing a Study PlanThorough Study of TopicsPractice with Previous Year Question PapersMock Tests and Sample PapersStay Updated with Current AffairsConsistent Preparation and Self-AssessmentRevision
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The WBCS Prelims question paper consists of eight sections, each carrying 25 marks, for a total of 200 marks. The eight sections are:English CompositionGeneral ScienceCurrent Events of National and International ImportanceHistory of India (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)Geography of India with special reference to West BengalIndian Polity and EconomyIndian National MovementGeneral Mental AbilityPrelims exam is an objective type test with 200 multiple-choice questions and has a duration of 2.5 hours. It serves as a screening test, and the marks obtained do not contribute to the final selection process
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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In the WBCS Prelims question paper, each section carries a specific weightage in terms of marks. Based on the provided sources, the weightage of each section in the WBCS Prelims question paper is as follows:English Composition: 25 marksGeneral Science: 25 marksCurrent events of National & International Importance: 25 marksHistory of India: 25 marksGeography of India with special reference to West Bengal: 25 marksIndian Polity and Economy: 25 marksIndian National Movement: 25 marksGeneral Mental Ability: 25 marksEach section in the WBCS Prelims question paper is assigned 25 marks, making a total of 200 marks for the entire paper. Candid
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The WBCS question papers are important source of the preparation. The question paper is the reflection of the demand of exam. The candidates are suggested to prepare with the help of previous year question papers because they help in understanding the real demand of the exam. Here are the key reasons highlighting the importance of WBCS question papers based on the provided sources:Understanding Exam PatternTime Management SkillsIdentification of Key Topics
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The candidates should note that the WBCS main syllabus can be said as the extension of the prelims syllabus because some of the sections are common in both the prelims and main exam. The candidates are suggested to prepare for the main exam with factual orientation so that they can answer prelims questions also. The candidates arre required to check their preparation through the previous year question papers.The candidates can see below the list of common subjects:EnglishHistoryGeographyIndian Polity and Economy Indian National MovementCurrent Affairs
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The WBCS syllabus for the prelims and Mains exam is mentioned separately in the official notification. The WBCS Prelims syllabus is somewhat similar to the Mains syllabus, with some overlap in topics. The Prelims exam focuses on testing candidates' general knowledge across various subjects like English, Science, History, Geography, Economics, Polity, Indian National Movement, Mental Ability, and Current Affairs. It consists of 200 objective questions with a total of 200 marks.On the other hand, the WBCS Mains syllabus includes six compulsory subject papers and two optional subject papers. The compulsory papers cover areas like Language
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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The WBCS Prelims Syllabus for the West Bengal Civil Services exam includes eight subjects/topics, each carrying 25 marks, with a total of 200 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) asked in the exam. The topics covered in the WBCS Prelims Syllabus are:English CompositionGeneral ScienceCurrent Events of National and International ImportanceHistory of India (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)Geography of India with special reference to West BengalIndian Polity and EconomyIndian National MovementGeneral Mental AbilityThe WBCS prelims exam is expected to be conducted in July 2024.
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Rachit Kumar Saxena
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West Bengal Civil Service is the prestigious exam of the West Bengal Public Service Commission. It is conducted to recruit Group B Gazzetted, Group B non-gazetted, Group C and Group D posts. The selection process for the WBCS (West Bengal Civil Services) exam consists of three stages:Preliminary ExaminationMain ExaminationPersonality Test (Interview)It is an yearly affair but the Commission is lagging behind in its schedule to conduct the exam as per the prescribed dates.
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