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The UPSC Mains Examination has been scheduled to be conducted from 7th January 2022 to 16th January 2022. The candidates who have cleared the Preliminary exam 2021 which was held on October 10, 2021, would appear in the next level of the recruitment process, that is, Civil Services (Main) Examination. 

It is to be noted that the marks obtained in the IAS Exam Prelims by the candidates will not be counted for determining their final order of merit. 

The Civil Services (Main) Written Examination will consist of 9 papers of conventional essay type in the subjects out of which two papers will be of qualifying in nature. The marks obtained for all the compulsory papers (Paper-I to Paper-VII) and Marks obtained in the Interview/Personality Test will be counted for ranking.

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The candidates would be required to write essays on multiple topics. The candidates are expected to keep closely to the subject of the essay to arrange their ideas in an orderly fashion and to write concisely. The essay paper is not just qualifying in nature but will be counted for the merit ranking. 

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UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper with Answers | IAS Exam

To begin with, we mainly focus on the IAS exam and other UPSC exams. Let’s get into the topic by concentrating on the IAS main exam. This article has added the spotlight to the UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper. In the UPSC exam, you will find three main rounds. The prelims paper is in the first round, the second round is the main paper, and the last round is the interview round. Further, one needs to understand paper patterns and the exam syllabus. Let us learn about the UPSC IAS mains 2021 question paper and answers. However, along with this one must look into the exam application form, dates, admit card, etc. Therefore, we have also covered all details below.

Sample Question and Answer

Solving Questions papers is vital thing. Get all information related to the UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper

Introduction

In the first place, we all are aware of the UPSC exam, and it is one of the popular exams present in India. Further, there are many students and working professionals applying for the exam. Without a doubt, it is one of the toughest exams, and it demands a lot of hard work and patience to clear the exam. Further, there are three rounds present in the IAS exam.

  • Preliminary Exam
  • Lastly, Interview Round

Further, there are objective-type questions in the prelims, and there are two papers. Then, in the main exam, you will find nine papers and questions that are descriptive type. Later, in the main exam, one must choose the optional subject. In this article, we have also listed details of the optional subjects. Further, one can go through the official website to know more about the UPSC exam. Read More .

UPSC Main Exam Highlights

Get all information related to the UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper from the article

  • In the first place, the IAS main exam is offline and each paper carry 250 marks.
  • Further, each paper id for 3 hours and 30 minutes will be given for blind students
  • There are total nine papers and they are subjective in nature.
  • Besides, papers are available in both Hindi and English language.
  • Lastly, each paper compulsory to appear to qualify for the IAS interview round.

UPSC Main Exam Marks

From the above table, you have understood marks details for each subject. So, the total will be 1750 marks. Further, one can choose two optional subjects. Before selecting the optional subjects, one must go through the exam syllabus. Then, one must choose according to their skills and interest.

UPSC Mains Question and Answers

As we have mentioned earlier, there are nine papers in the IAS main paper. Further, click here to get the information on the UPSC IAS mains 2021 question paper. Let us analyze each paper below. We have briefly added points, so it is important for one to understand them in detail.

This paper mainly consists of Art and Culture, Modern History, World History, Indian Society, and World and Indian Geography.

Further, GS paper two consists of Indian Polity and Constitution, Governance, International Relations, and Miscellaneous topics.

In this paper, there are topics like Agricultural Issues, Macroeconomics, Science & Tech, Environment, Disaster Management, Internal Security.

Lastly, it is the most scoring paper in the IAS exam. Further, in this paper, one must know about integrity, compassion, honesty, probity, etc. 

Get details of the IAS UPSC mains 2021 question paper and answer here

Optional Subjects Details

Check out the following table to know about the optional subjects. Further, one can choose optional subjects according to their interests and skills.

  • State the three basic values, universal in nature, in the context of civil services and bring out their importance.

Answer – Values are vital components of organizational culture and are instrumental in understanding, guiding, and informing behavior. Adherence to high-level public service values can generate important public trust and confidence for officers.

Integrity and Honesty:  Integrity is putting the obligations of public service above your own personal interests. 

Objectivity, Impartiality, and Political Neutrality: Civil servants carry out their official work, including functions like procurement, recruitment, delivery of services, etc.

Commitment to Public Service:  Civil servants should deliver services in a fair, effective, impartial, and courteous manner to serve the larger public interest

So, this one question example. One must prepare well and practice writing relevant points to get good marks.

IAS Main Exam Strategies

Below we have added some exam tips to help you with the exam preparations. So, try to use them while preparing for the exam.

  • In the first place, one must understand the exam syllabus and the paper pattern. For this , one can refer to the previous year papers and give mock tests. There are various sites that offer mock tests. It will also assist you to know your skills better.
  • Further, understanding which are the best books for all the subjects is equally essential. Therefore, know the best books and try to study from the same books for the exam.
  • Besides, one must know how to manage time well, and one must provide equal time for all subjects. Further, one must also have a habit of reading newspapers daily for current affairs.
  • Later, essay writing is one of the vital things. Besides, one must understand the trending topics by referring to the previous year’s question papers. Further, practice well for the same, and we have added essential details of the same in other articles.
  • Answer writing practice is important to know your writing speed and to write with a limited number of words. Only studying will not help to know things, and one must also solve question papers to know question patterns and the latest topics.
  • Lastly, revision is again one of the main factors in exam preparations. Before starting a new concept, one must revise old concepts.

Books for the IAS Mains

Further, below we have added details of the books that will help you with the exam preparations.

Know which are the best books for IAS mains 2021 question and answer

  • India’s Struggle for Independence – Bipan Chandra
  • Indian Art and Culture by Nitin Singhania
  • Indian Economy by Nitin Singhania
  • Economic Development & Policies in India – Jain & Ohri
  • Tata McGraw Hill CSAT Manual
  • NCERT XI (Ancient & Medieval)
  • NCERT XII (Modern Indian History)
  • India after Independence by Bipan Chandra
  • History of Medieval India by Satish Chandra
  • Ancient India by R.S Sharma
  • Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
  • Indian Economy – Nitin Singhania
  • Environment and Disaster Management – Tata McGraw Hill
  • Lastly, Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning – R S Aggarwal

Conclusion – UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper

In summary, the above article will help you get complete information on the UPSC IAS Mains 2021 Question Paper and answers. Further, we have covered all the main UPSC exam paper information. Then, the main paper of the IAS is descriptive. Therefore, one must know how to write the answer with limited and with the relevant points. We have also provided you with the essential tips and book details. However, one can’t study from all books, but one can choose concerning various contents and study from the same. Besides, to know all details related to the UPSC mains 2021 question and answer can visit the official site. Further, along with understanding the paper pattern, there are many things one must take care of.

As we have mentioned earlier, many working professionals and students apply for the exam. However, only a few will be able to clear the exam. It is not an easy thing to clear, and it demands you a lot of hard work and patience. Further, one study on their own or go for coaching classes, it depends on you. However, hard work will remain constant. All the best.

FAQs – UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper

Lastly, know a few FAQs on the topic.

No, but one can expect similar questions. Therefore, one needs to refer to the previous year’s papers.

No, there are not any changes made in the UPSC 2021

Solving question papers is one of the essential things for the exam. Further, know the exam pattern and the syllabus of the paper.

Editor’s Note | UPSC Mains 2021 Question Paper

In brief, the above article will give you complete information on the IAS mains 2021 question and answer. Before applying for the exam, one must understand everything and go through the official website. Further, we have added all details like the main exam pattern, subjects, marks, and book details. Besides, for any exam, understanding the paper pattern and paper syllabus is vital. It is the vital thing one must do. Later, we have given essential links that will help you to get more information on the same. Later, if you are worried about the UPSC IAS mains 2021 question paper and answer, read the article entire article and prepare for the exam. In addition, as the exam is tough, it is natural get tensed and worry about the exam. But, plan for the exam and prepare.

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GS Paper 3 UPSC 2021 (Mains): Question Paper and Analysis

Last updated on January 9, 2022 by Alex Andrews George

GS Paper 3 UPSC 2021 (Mains)

UPSC conducted the  General Studies Paper 3 , as part of the  Civil Services Main Exam 2021 on 09-01-20221.

There were 20 questions. 10 questions were of 10 marks each, while the remaining 10 questions were of 15 marks each.

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GS Paper 3 UPSC 2021: Instructions

  • Total Marks: 250 marks, Time duration: 3 hours.
  • There are 20 questions printed both in ENGLISH and HINDI.
  • All questions are compulsory.
  • The number of marks carried by a question/part is printed against it.
  • Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the admission certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this question-cum-answer (QCA) booklet in the space provided.
  • No marks will be given for answers written in the medium other than the authorized one.
  • Answers to questions no. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words, whereas answers to questions no. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words.
  • Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
  • Any page or portion of the page left blank, must be struck off clearly.
  • The content of the answer is more important than its length.

General Studies Paper 3 Question Paper – UPSC Civil Services Main Exam (Written) 2021

Qn1. Explain the difference between the computing methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) before the year 2015 and after the year 2015. (Answer in 150 words)

Qn2. Distinguish between Capital Budget and Revenue Budget . Explain the components of both these Budgets. (Answer in 150 words)

Qn3. How did land reforms in some parts of the country help to improve the socio-economic conditions of marginal and small farmers? (Answer in 150 words)

Qn4. How and to what extent would micro-irrigation help in solving India’s water crisis? (Answer in 150 words)

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Qn5. How is the S-400 air defence system technically superior to any other system presently available in the world? (Answer in 150 words)

Qn6. Explain the purpose of the Green Grid Initiative launched at the World Leaders Summit of the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow in November 2021. When was this idea first floated in the International Solar Alliance (ISA)? (Answer in 150 words)

Qn7. Describe the key points of the revised Global Air Quality Guidelines (AQGs) recently released by the World Health Organisation (WHO). How are these different from its last update in 2005? What changes in India’s National Clean Air Programme are required to achieve these revised standards? (Answer in 150 words)

Qn8. Discuss the vulnerability of India to earthquake-related hazards. Give examples including the salient features of major disasters caused by earthquakes in different parts of India during the last three decades. (Answer in 150 words)

Qn9. Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering . Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both at national and international levels. (Answer in 150 words)

Qn10. Keeping in view India’s internal security, analyse the impact of cross-border cyber attacks . Also, discuss defensive measures against these sophisticated attacks. (Answer in 150 words)

Qn11. Do you agree that the Indian economy has recently experienced V- shapes recovery? Give reasons in support of your answer. (Answer in 250 words)

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Qn12. “ Investment in infrastructure is essential for more rapid and inclusive economic growth.” Discuss in the light of India’s experience . (Answer in 250 words)

Qn13. What are the salient features of the National Food Security Act, 2013 ? How has the Food Security Bill helped in eliminating hunger and malnutrition in India? (Answer in 250 words)

Qn14. What are the present challenges before crop diversification? How do emerging technologies provide an opportunity for crop diversification? (Answer in 250 words)

Qn15. What are the research and developmental achievements in applied biotechnology? How will these achievements help to uplift the poorer sections of society? (Answer in 250 words)

Qn16. The Nobel Prize in Physics of 2014 was jointly awarded to Akasaki, Amano and Nakamura for the invention of Blue LEDs in the 1990s. How has this invention impacted the everyday life of human beings? (Answer in 250 words)

Qn17. Describe the major outcomes of the 26 th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change ( UNFCC C). What are the commitments made by India at this conference? (Answer in 250 words)

Qn18. Describe the various causes and effects of landslides. Mention the important components of the National Landslide Risk Management Strategy. (Answer in 250 words)

Qn19. Analyse the multidimensıonal challenges posed by external state and non-state actors, to the internal security of India . Also, discuss measures required to be taken to combat these threats. (Answer in 250 words)

Qn20. Analyse the complexity and intensity of terrorism, its causes, linkages and obnoxious nexus. Also, suggest measures required to be taken to eradicate the menace of terrorism. (Answer in 250 words)

GS3 Question Paper Analysis

A perfect mix of conceptual and analytical questions – that was General Studies Paper 3 all about in Mains 2021.

The question paper started with concept-related questions like that of GDP, Budget, and Land Reforms.

However, the remaining share of questions mainly focused on the analysis aspect.

This paper had a tilt towards recent events of national and international importance (in the last 10 years) – however, there was no focus on trivial or factual current affairs.

Two questions were connected with the 26th session of COP – which was held in November 2021. This shows how recently UPSC set the question paper.

However, UPSC also gave a shock to candidates by asking about the invention of Blue LEDs which got The Nobel Prize in Physics of 2014! This reinforces our theory that the scope of current affairs should not be limited to the last 1 year – but it should span the contemporary events of at least the last 10 years.

The questions on V-shaped recovery, Food Security Bill of 2013, National Infrastructure Pipeline, Global Air Quality Guidelines (AQGs) etc were also connected with contemporary affairs.

Overall, the paper can be rated as of moderate difficulty.

Important Take-Aways from the GS Paper 3 UPSC 2021 (Mains) – Question Paper

This paper stressed the importance of conceptual understanding in certain crucial areas like the Indian Economy .

In the perspective of the UPSC syllabus , all major national and global initiatives which arouse interest in a well-educated youth should be given stress.

There are no major surprises this year for those candidates who had carefully analysed the previous year UPSC question papers . This year paper followed more or less the previous year trends.

The paper also points to the importance of wide reading and expert training to score high – including the right kind of practice and time managment .

What do you think of this year’s General Studies Paper 3 questions? What are your comments about this paper?

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January 9, 2022 at 10:35 pm

It was oky. But in previous year GS3 got most important on agriculture but in this year it’s ask maximum three questions on agriculture. But security gets most important. But paper was essy.

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I passed my 12 th in medical science stream .I studied Hindi, English ,physics , chemistry and biology in 12th .then can I choose mathematics as optional subject in UPSC CSE

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Q1. (a) Identify five ethical traits on which one can plot the performance of a civil servant. Justify their inclusion in the matrix. (Answer in 150 words)

(b)   Identify ten essential values that are needed to be an effective public servant. Describe                 the /ways and means to prevent non-ethical behaviour in the pubic servants. (Answer in 150 words)

Q2. (a)   Impact of digital technology as reliable source of input for rational decision making is          debatable issue. Critically evaluate with suitable example. (Answer in 150 words)

(b)  Besides domain knowledge, a public official needs innovativeness and creativity of a high                 order as well, while resolving ethical dilemmas. Discuss with suitable example. (Answer in 150 words)

Q3. What does each of the following quotations mean to you?

(a) “Every work has got to pass through hundreds of difficulties before succeeding. Those that persevere will see the light, sooner or later.-Swami Vivekananda (Answer in 150 words)

(b) “We can never obtain peace in the outer world until and unless we obtain peace within ourselves.” – Dalai Lama                                                                          (Answer in 150 words)

(c) Life doesn’t make any sense without interdependence. We need each other, and the sooner we learn that, it is better for us all.” -Erik Erikson word        (Answer in 150 word)

Q4. (a) Attitude is an important component that goes as input in the elopement of human              How to build a suitable needed for a public servant?  (Answer in 150 words)

(b) In case of crisis of conscience does emotional intelligence help to overcome the same             without compromising the ethical or moral stand that you are likely to  follow? Critically examine. (Answer in 150 words)

Q5. (a) “Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution          or human right violation.” Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension          being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.    (Answer in 150 words)

(b)    Should impartial and being non-partisan be considered as indispensable qualities to make         a successful civil servant? Discuss with illustrations.  (Answer in 150 words)

Q6. (a) An independent and empowered social audit mechanism is an absolute must in every        sphere of public service, including judiciary, to ensure performance,  accountability and        ethical conduct. Elaborate. (Answer in 150 words)

(b)  “Integrity is a value that empowers the human being.” Justify with suitable illustration.  (Answer in 150 words)

Q7. Sunil is a young civil servant and has a reputation for his competence, integrity, dedication and relentness pursuit of difficult and onerous jobs. Considering his profile, he was picked up by his bosses to handle a very challenging and sensitive assignment. He was posted in a tribal dominated district notorious for illegal sand mining. Excavating sand from river belt and transporting through trucks and selling them in black market was rampant. This illegal sand mining mafia was operating with the support of local functionaries and tribal musclemen who in turn were bribing selected poor tribals and had kept the tribals under fear and intimidation.

Sunil being a sharp and energetic officer immediately grasped the ground realities and the modus operandi followed by the mafia through their devious and dubious mechanism. On making inquiries, he gathered that some of their own office employees are in hand and glove with them and have developed close unholy nexus. Sunil initiated stringent action against them and started conducting raids on their illegal operations of movement of trucks filled with sand. The mafia got rattled as not many officers in the past had taken such steps against the mafia. Some of the office employees who were allegedly close to mafia informed them that the officer is determined to clean up the mafia’s  illegal sand mining operations in that the district and may cause them irrepairable damage.

The mafia turned hostile and launched counter-offensive. The tribal musclemen and mafia srted threatening him with dire consequences. His family  (wife and old mother) were stalked and were under virtual surveillance and thus causing mental torture, agony and stress to all of them. The matter assumed serious proportions when a muscleman came to his office  and threatened him to stop raids, etc., otherwise, his fate will not be different than some of his predecessors (ten years back one officer was killed by the mafia).

  • Identify the different options available to Sunil in attending to this situation.
  • Critically evaluate each of the options listed by you.
  • Which of the above, do you think, would be the most appropriate for Sunil to adopt and why? (Answer in 250 words)

Q8. You are Vice Principal of a degree college in one of the middle – class towns. Principal has recently retired and management is looking for his replacement. There are also feelers that the management may promote you as Principal. In the meantime, during annual examination the flying squad came from the university caught two students red-hande3d involving in unfair means. A senior lecturer of the college was personally helping these student in this act. This senior lecturer also happens to be close to the management. One of the students was son of a local politician who was responsible in getting college affiliated to the present reputed university. The second student was son of a local businessman who has donated maximum funds for running of the college. You immealately informed the management regarding this unfortunate incident. The management told you to resolve the issue with flying squad at any cost. They further said that such incident will not only tarnish the image of the college but also the politician and businessman are very important personalities for the functioning of the college. You were also given hint that your further promotion to Principal depends on your capability in resolving this issue with flying squad. In the meantime, you were intimated by your administrative officer that certain members of the student union are protesting outside the college gate against the senior lecturer and the students involved in this incident and demanding strict action against defaulters.

  • Discuss the ethical issues involved in the case.
  • Critically examine the options available with you as Vice Principal. What option will you adopt and why? (Answer in 250 words)

Q9. An elevated corridor is being constructed to reduce traffic congestion in the capital of a particular state. You have been selected as project manager of this prestigious project on your professional competence and experience. The deadline is to complete the project in next two years by 20 June, 2021, since this project is to be inaugurated by the Chief Minister before the elections are announced in the second week of July 2021. While carrying out the surprise inspection by inspecting team, a minor crack was noticed in one of the piers of the elevated corridor possibly due to poor material used. You immediately informed the chief engineer and stopped further work. It was assessed by you that minimum three piers of the elevated corridor have to be demolished demolished and reconstructed. But this process will delay the project minimum by four to six months. But the chief engineer overruled the observation of inspecting team on the ground that it was a minor crack which will not in any way impact the strength and durability of the bridge. He ordered  you to  overlook the observation of inspecting team and continue working with same speed and tempo. He informed you that the minister does not want any delay as he wants the chief Minister to inaugurate the elevated corridor before the elections are declared. Also informed you that the contractor is far relative of the minister and he wants him to finish the project. He also gave you hint that your further promotion as additional chief engineer is under consideration with the ministry. However, you strongly felt that the minor crack in the pier of the elevated corridor will adversely affect the health and life of the bridge and therefore it will be very dangerous not to repair the elevated corridor.

  • Under the given conditions, what are the options available to you as a project manager?
  • What are the ethical dilemmas being faced by the project manager?
  • What are the professional challenges likely to be faced by the project manager and his response to overcome such challenges?
  • What can be the consequences of overlooking the observation raised by the inspecting team? (Answer in 250 words)

Q10 The coronavirus disease (CoVID-19) pandemic has quickly spread to various countries. As on May 8th, 2020, in India 56342 positive cases of corona had been reported. India with a population of more than 1-35 billion had difficulty in controlling the transmission of coronavirus among its population. Multiple strategies became necessary to handle this outbreak. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India raised awareness about this outbreak and to take all necessary actions to control the spread of COVID-19. Indian Government implemented a 55-day lockdown throughout the country to reduce the transmission of the virus. Schools and colleges had shifted to alternative mode of teaching- learning-evaluation and certification. Online mode became popular during these days. India was not prepared fora sudden onslaught of such a crisis due to limited infrastructure in terms of human resource, money and other facilities needed for taking care of this situation. This disease did not spare anybody irrespective of caste, creed, religion on the one hand and have and have not’ on the other. Deficiencies in hospital beds, oxygen cylinders, ambulances, hospital staff and crematorium were the most crucial aspects You are a hospital administrator in a public hospital at the time when coronavirus had attacked large number of people and patients were pouring into hospital day in and day out.

  • What are your criteria and justification for putting your clinical and non-clinical staff to attend to the patients knowing fully well that it is highly infectious disease and resources and infrastructure are limited?
  • If yours is a private hospital, whether your justification and decision would remain same as that of a public hospital? (Answer in 250 words)

Q11. A Reputed food product company based in India developed a food product for international market and started exporting the same after getting necessary approvals. The company announced this achievement and also indicated that soon the product will be made available for the domestic consumers with almost sane quality and health benefits. Accordingly, the company got its product approved by the domestic competent authority and launched the product in Indian market. The company could increase its market share over a period of time and earned substantial profit both domestically and internationally. However, the random sample test conducted by inspecting team found the product being sold domestically in variance with the approval obtained from the competent authority. On further investigation, it was also discovered that the food company was not only selling products which were not meeting the health standard of the country but also selling the rejected export products in the domestic market. This episode adversely affected the reputation and profitability of the food company.

  • What action do you visualize should be taken by the competent authority against the food company for violating the laid down domestic food standard and selling rejected export products in domestic market?
  • What course of action is available with the food company to resolve the crisis and bring back its lost reputation?
  • Examine the ethical dilemma involved in the case.    (Answer in 250 words)

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  • What approach Pawan should adopt for bringing peace, tranquillity and congenial environment in the office and home?
  • As an outsider, what are your Suggestions for both boss and subordinate to overcome this situation and for improving the work performance, mental and emotional hygiene?
  • In the above scenario, what type of training would you suggest for at various levels in the government offices? (Answer in 250 words)

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In 2023, the qualifying cut-off for the common rank list (crl) was 23.89 per cent, a significant jump from last year’s crl cut-off of 15.28 per cent — which was also the lowest since 2012.

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Indian Institute of Technology- Madras (IIT-M) on May 26 conducted the Joint Entrance Examination- Advanced level for students who are seeking admission in various engineering institutes of the country. The Madras-based institute will release the answer key on June 2 and JEE Advanced results on June 9.

As there is time for these events to happen, let’s analyse the cut-off for JEE Advanced 2024 academic sessions in the last five years and observe how students can expect the 2024 cut-off to be.

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How JEE Advanced cut-offs are prepared?

There are various factors including the number of students who appeared for the exam, the number of students who registered, exam difficulty level, and previous year cut-off trends. Every year, the IIT releases different cut-offs for different categories of students like general, EWS, SC, ST, and OBC.

In 2023, the qualifying cut-off for the common rank list (CRL) was 23.89 per cent, a significant jump from last year’s CRL cut-off of 15.28 per cent — which was also the lowest since 2012. Similarly, all the other categories for JEE Advanced saw an increase in cut-offs compared to the previous year.

In 2022, 40,712 out of 1,55,538 candidates qualified. And in 2021, 41,862 out of 1,41,699 qualified.

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The 2022 pass percentage stood at 26.17 per cent , compared to 29.54 per cent in 2021. The qualifying marks were also lowered as compared to 2021 to get a pool of qualified candidates at least twice the number of total seats on offer. The aggregate percentile for general, EWS and OBC was 13.89 per cent while it was 7.78 per cent for the SC and ST categories.

In 2019, the qualifying cut-off marks for JEE Advanced were even higher at 10 per cent in each subject and 25 per cent overall. The dip in cut-offs in a given year was usually attributed to tougher question papers.

The qualifying JEE-Main score for general category candidates who appeared in the JEE-Advanced was 88.4, slightly higher than in 2021 when it was 87.9. However, for the reserved category candidates, the cut-offs were at a four-year low at 43.08 for SCs and 26.7 for STs, according to IIT Bombay, which organised the entrance.

In 2018, the cut-off declined massively as against 2017 when the same was 128 marks. In 2018, a total of 1,65,656 candidates applied for the IIT entrance examination. Out of these, a total of 31,988 students made it through. This was way less than that of in 2017 when out of 1.71 lakh candidates, 51,000 cleared the entrance exam.

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SBI PO Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern have been shared in the article below. Check the SBI PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern for prelims and Mains exam here.

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Candidates who are preparing for the SBI PO Exam should go through the SBI PO Syllabus 2024 and the exam pattern. Having a better and deeper understanding of the syllabus helps candidates prepare for the SBI PO exam better way.

There are 3 major sections in the SBI PO Syllabus- Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and Reasoning. The SBI PO exam will be conducted in 3 different stages Prelims, Mains, Interview & Group Discussion. Candidates can go through this article to get the details of the SBI PO Syllabus and detailed Exam Pattern for both Prelims and Mains.

SBI PO Syllabus 2024

The SBI PO Syllabus for the Prelims and the Mains Exam is almost the same. There is only a slight change in the Mains Section with two extra sections added i.e. General and Banking Awareness . However, the level of difficulty of the SBI PO Mains Paper is a little higher than the Prelims.

The time has come that the candidates aspiring for SBI PO should boost their preparation with the SBI PO Syllabus as SBI has released over 2000 vacancies for the SBI PO 2024 recruitment. If you want to excel in the SBI PO exam, then prepare according to the latest SBI PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern.

SBI PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024: Highlights

The details of the SBI PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern have been tabulated below. Check the stage-wise details for the upcoming SBI PO Exam here.

SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2024

The SBI PO Prelims Exam will have 3 sections:

  • Quantitative Aptitude

English Language

The following points are the highlights of the SBI PO Prelims Exam:

  • There will be three sections.
  • Category-wise merit list will be drawn based on the aggregate marks scored in the Preliminary Exam.
  • There will be no sectional cut-off . However, there will be an overall cut-off.
  • There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

SBI PO Prelims Syllabus 2024

The preliminary examination of the SBI PO exam comprises Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. The complete details of the heading and sub-heading of the sections asked in the Preliminary Exam of the SBI PO exam are discussed below:

SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern 2024

Candidates meeting the required cut-off in SBI Prelims will be eligible to appear for the Mains Exam. There are changes in the Mains Section with an increase in the weightage of General Economy/ Banking Awareness and the duration of the test will be 3 hours.

The  Descriptive Test has a duration of 30 minutes with a score of 50 marks . This test is conducted to test the writing skills of candidates via Letter Writing and essay Writing.

The following points are the highlights of the SBI PO Mains Exam:

  • All the questions will be objective.
  • This main paper will have four sections for a total of 200 marks.
  • The duration of the SBI PO Mains Exam will be 3 hours.
  • The objective test will have separate timing for every section.
  • There will be no sectional cut-off . There will be only an overall cut-off.
  • There will be a penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect Multiple Choice Question.
  • The Descriptive Paper of 50 marks is compulsory to attempt.

Note: The descriptive  paper of a candidate will be checked only if they qualify in the Objective test as per the qualifying marks decided by the Bank.

SBI PO Mains Syllabus 2024

The Mains Examination of the SBI PO exam comprises 4 sections:

  • Data Analysis & Interpretation
  • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
  • General/Economy/Banking Awareness
  • The SBI PO Mains syllabus comprises a descriptive test as well. The descriptive test consists of two questions, one letter writing and one essay each of 25 marks making a total of 50 marks.
  • Candidates need to score passing marks in the descriptive test as well to qualify for the SBI PO mains exam.

The complete syllabus is discussed below:

Data Analysis

The following topics are covered under the Data Analysis section:

  • Tabular Graph,
  • Line Graph,
  • Radar Graph Case-let,
  • Missing Case DI,
  • Let it Case DI,
  • Data Sufficiency,
  • Probability,
  • Permutation and Combination

The following topics are covered under the Reasoning section:

  • Verbal Reasoning,
  • Circular Seating Arrangement,
  • Linear Seating Arrangement,
  • Double Lineup,
  • Scheduling,
  • Input-Output,
  • Blood Relations,
  • Directions and Distances,
  • Ordering and Ranking,
  • Coding and Decoding,
  • Coded Inequalities,
  • The course of Action,
  • Critical Reasoning,
  • Analytical and Decision Making

The following topics are covered under the English Language section:

  • Reading Comprehension,
  • Vocabulary,
  • Verbal Ability,
  • Word Association,
  • Sentence Improvement,
  • Para Jumbles,
  • Cloze Test,
  • Error Spotting,
  • Fill in the blanks

General Awareness/ Economy/ Banking Awareness

The following topics are covered under the Economy section:

  • Financial Awareness
  • Current Affairs
  • General Knowledge
  • Static Awareness
  • Banking and Financial Awareness

Computer Aptitude

The following topics are covered under the Computer Aptitude section:

  • Keyboard Shortcuts,
  • Computer Abbreviation,
  • Microsoft Office,
  • Computer Hardware,
  • Computer Software,
  • Operating System,
  • Networking,
  • Computer Fundamentals/ Terminologies,

SBI PO Interview 2024

Psychometric Test- The Bank may conduct a Psychometric test for personality profiling, of those candidates who will be shortlisted for Phase III. The findings of the test may be placed before the Interview panel to have a thorough perspective on the candidates.

This is the final stage of selection for successful candidates who qualify for the first two phases of the SBI PO exam. The Group Discussion accounts for 20 marks while the Interview is for 30 marks.

  • The aggregate marks of all the candidates clearing both the Objective Tests and Descriptive tests will be arranged in descending order in each category.
  • The decided number of candidates in each category, as governed by the Bank will be called for Group Exercises and interviews.
  • The qualifying marks in Group Discussion & Interview will be as decided by the Bank.

SBI PO 2024 Final Selection

The final score for the  SBI PO Exam  is calculated keeping the below points in mind:

  • Marks secured in the Preliminary Exam (Phase-1) will not be considered for selection
  • Candidates must qualify for Phase-2 and Phase-3 separately to be eligible
  • Marks secured by the candidates in the SBI PO Mains Exam (out of 250 marks) are converted to out of 75 and marks secured in Group Exercises & Interview (out of 50 marks) are converted to out of 25. This makes the new total score (Mains + GD/PI) to be 100
  • The aggregate score out of 100 is used for the final merit list for each category. Candidates with top merit rank in each category are finally selected.

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Q1. What is the marking scheme for SBI PO Syllabus 2024?

Ans. There will be three sections: Prelims, Mains, GD, and PI. Prelims will be of 100 marks, Mains of 250 marks including the Descriptive Test while GD & PI will be of 20 and 30 marks respectively.

Q2. Is there a negative marking in SBI PO 2024 Exam?

Ans. Yes, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty to arrive at a corrected score.

Q3. What is the structure of the SBI PO Descriptive Test?

Ans. The description test is based on the English Language, in which a candidate has to write a Letter and an Essay for 50 Marks.

Q4. What are the criteria for final selection as an SBI PO?

Ans. The final selection will be made based on the marks secured in the SBI PO Mains and GD & PI.

Q5. What kind of topics will be asked for SBI PO GD and PI?

Ans. The topics will cover the issues of burning issues of national and international interest. The topics can be related to NPI, Natural Calamity, Women Empowerment, Digitization, etc.

Q6. How can I prepare for SBI PO Exam Online?

Ans. You can study online by visiting adda247.com You will get video lectures, E-books, Books, and other materials as well.

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