'Baithne Ka Tarika Thoda Casual Hai': From Body Language To Communication, Tips To Crack UPSC Interview 2023

You must have seen, or at least heard of, the meme "Baithne ka tarika thoda casual hai". The line, said by a teacher in a mock UPSC Interview held by DrishtiIAS, does ring true.

Appearing 'casual' in a UPSC Interview is a sure-shot way to get rejected. Body language is supremely important for any interview, but especially for the UPSC Interview, which selects those who are going to 'serve' the nation as civil servants.

With the UPSC (Mains) result 2023 declared on December 8, candidates who have cleared this stage would have begun their preparations for the interview, which are scheduled to be held from December 18, 2023.

Unlike the UPSC Prelims and Mains, where your knowledge is tested, the UPSC IAS Interview tests your personality.

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Here are some tips for UPSC Interview preparation, as shared by toppers, coaches and experts:

1. Having a positive body language is key

What does a 'positive' body language even mean? Staying calm and composed and appearing disciplined while answering without showing arrogance is what many refer to when emphasising body language.

"Sit up straight and use gestures naturally, but not excessively," notes TOI. Maintaining good eye contact with the interview panel is also extremely important.

Also, pay attention to your dressing. It is necessary to dress formally as it is the dress code that makes the first impression of yours on the panel of experts taking the interview.

2. Keep brushing up on current affairs and general knowledge

Though the written examination ends with Mains, don't abandon your current affairs preparation.

Ensure you read newspapers regularly and keep brushing up on general knowledge topics.

3. Revise your optional subject

Remember that your optional subject is not just limited to the CSE Main examination; be prepared to answer questions related to your optional subject during the Interview round.

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4. Be aware of the details of your city & state

Since UPSC is all about administration, IAS interview preparation would be complete without knowing about the geographical information of your country, particularly about the state and city in which you live.

Prepare nitty-gritties of your state and city. For instance, what are the number of constituencies that your state has?

5. Give mock interview

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Mock interviews are the only way to test yourself - whether you know your subject or your attitude is correct. All coaching institutes have mock interview programs to help you improve your preparation.

Finally, understand that you may not know the answers to all the questions they ask - and that is quite natural. But be confident and let your honest personality show. All the best for your interview, and remember to NOT be casual!

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