UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 Cut-off Predictions
Navigating the UPSC CSE Prelims 2024: Insights and Expectations
As the UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 approaches, aspirants are eagerly anticipating the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The recent feedback from students in Delhi and regional center’s , along with an analysis of the gap between “All India PT Test Series Papers” and the “UPSC-CSE Preliminary Test Paper 2024,” have provided valuable insights into the expected cut-off marks and the nature of the upcoming examination.
The Anticipated Cut-off Marks
According to the feedback and analysis, the expected cut-off marks for the General Studies Paper-1 in the UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 for the General Category are anticipated to be in the range of 85 ± However, it is important to note that the cut-off is unlikely to exceed 88 in any case.
Regarding the cut-off for other categories, the aspirants can make educated guesses based on the provided information. As the paper is expected to be easier than the previous year, it is crucial to understand that the ease of the paper does not necessarily translate to a higher cut-off.
Navigating the Tricky Questions
The feedback from students has highlighted that the UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 paper contained questions designed to trick the test-takers. One such example is the question on RTG, where the mention of plutonium in Statement 3 made it appear that Statement 1 regarding fission would also be correct. Additionally, the statement “No river flows into the Red Sea” was found to be most likely correct, despite being an extreme statement.
These insights underscore the importance of approaching the exam with a keen eye for detail and a willingness to challenge the conventional wisdom propagated by coaching institutes and “super seniors.”
The Gap between Coaching Materials and UPSC CSE Prelims
The analysis has revealed a significant gap between the “Nature (difficulty level) and Scope of All India Test Papers from Coaching Institutes” and the “Nature (difficulty level) and Scope of UPSC CSE Test Paper.” This gap can be particularly challenging for fresher’s who blindly follow the advice of their seniors and coaching institutes to write the maximum number of “PT Tests” and read all available “PT Current Affairs booklets.”
This gap in the nature and scope of the exam materials further increases the likelihood of a lower cut-off, as the majority of students’ mind sets and strategies are shaped by the coaching institute’s test series and current affairs resources, which may not fully align with the UPSC CSE Prelims.
Mind set and Preparation Strategies
The blog emphasizes that in the process of UPSC CSE preparation, the ultimate goal is to perform to get a positive result or to learn for a positive result in the future. Aspirants are advised not to overthink the situation and instead focus on their preparation and performance.
The key takeaway is that the UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 is likely to have a lower cut-off due to the gap between the coaching materials and the actual exam, as well as the tricky nature of some questions. Aspirants are advised to approach the exam with a keen eye for detail, a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, and a focused preparation strategy that goes beyond the standard coaching materials.
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