The PRESS Pad

Confused about how to read newspapers for UPSC? This complete guide explains what to read, what to skip, note-making, revision, and daily newspaper strategy for Prelims, Mains, Essay, Ethics, and the Personality Test. Based on my experience of writing 5 UPSC Mains and appearing in 3 UPSC Personality Tests, this guide offers a practical and structured approach for every UPSC aspirant.

Preparing for UPSC requires more than hard work—it requires the right strategy. In this comprehensive guide, Daksha Jain shares lessons from qualifying 5 UPSC Prelims, writing 5 UPSC Mains, and appearing in 3 UPSC Personality Tests. Learn practical strategies for Prelims, Mains, answer writing, newspaper reading, current affairs, PSIR, revision, interview preparation, and personalized mentorship based on real examination experience.