Achieve a High Prelims Score with UPSC Test and Discussion

What is the UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion?

The UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion is an exclusive preparation tool that is available on the PrepLadder App. It is a three-step process that allows you to test yourself on the UPSC Prelims syllabus and improve your preparation for the next test all within the same day. 

Step 1

The first step is to attempt high-quality mock tests that are based on the latest exam pattern, on the App. You will attempt both subject-specific and full-length tests based on the UPSC Prelims syllabus. You just have to click on the test of the day and start.  

Step 2

Once you have completed the test you will get the option to ‘analyse your performance’ where you will receive detailed feedback on how you performed in the test. Here you will be able to see for yourself the areas where you need to improve and the areas where you excel. 

Step 3

The third and final step is the most important one that will help you elevate your UPSC 2023 preparation. In this step, you will interact live with one of the top UPSC faculty in the country. 

For subject-specific tests, a relevant faculty will be assigned to discuss all the questions along with the answers. You get the chance to clear all your doubts regarding any subject, topic or question within the UPSC Prelims syllabus. If you want, you can even ask about your UPSC optional preparation strategy provided if the faculty teaches the same subject. 

And the best part is you can do all of this on the same day! 

Therefore, you get the chance to improve your UPSC Prelims preparation by taking a test, analyzing your performance and clearing all doubts within a span of 24 hours. 

How to use UPSC Test and Discussion on the PrepLadder App

You can access UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion easily on the PrepLadder App. Here is how you can do it:

Step 1: Download the PrepLadder App

Step 2: Tap on the “T&D” Tab

Step 3: Tap on “Start Test” to begin the test of the day

Step 4: Answer all the questions and submit

Step 5: After you submit, you’ll get the option to ‘analyse your performance’

Step 6: Attend the Live Discussion in the evening with our Top UPSC Faculty and clear your doubts. All sessions are recorded and you can view them later in the App. 

You will be able to access UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion anytime you want. All you need to do is click on the ‘T&D’ tab in the App and start. 

The UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion feature is free for all premium users. If you are a premium user you will have access to unlimited high-quality mock tests and discussions with our top UPSC faculty that will help you master the UPSC Prelims syllabus. 

Free users on the PrepLadder App can only access 3 high-quality mock tests and 3 Live discussions with our top UPSC faculty. However, you can unlock unlimited access with all features by choosing the Unbundled Test and Discussion pack starting at just ₹1490 per user. 

And as a serious UPSC aspirant, if you want to complete the UPSC Prelims syllabus you must definitely get the UPSC-GS Dream Pack or at least the unbundled Test and Discussion pack. 

You must already know the importance of mock tests for UPSC Prelims preparation and how it helps you get closer to achieving your dream of cracking CSE. If you don’t, make sure to check out the link given above.  

Especially for UPSC Prelims, attempting mock tests regularly, analyzing your performance and improving with every test is extremely important to crack the first round of the civil services exam. 

Before we move to the next section here is a video that will help you kickstart your UPSC Prelims 2023 preparation. 

Learn how to crack CSE Prelims with Mr. Yasharth Shekhar, AIR-12 (UPSC 2021) as he shares his own study strategy along with a few tips to complete the UPSC syllabus and achieve a high score in the exam. Listen carefully to his advice on how mock tests can help you clear the exam.

Now that you know about the UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion, you must also understand how to extract the maximum benefit from this new test series.

To make sure you get the most out of our UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion, here are five mistakes that you must avoid while solving mock tests. 

Common mistakes aspirants make while solving IAS mock tests

1. Postponing Mock Tests 

Solving mock tests will not help you if you are solving them towards the end of your preparation. To crack the first round of CSE you need to master the UPSC Prelims syllabus and to do that, you need to start solving mock tests right now. 

Only then will you get the full benefit of UPSC Prelims Tests and Discussion.  

2. Choosing the Wrong Mock Tests

A high-quality mock test has a combination of easy, moderate and tough questions, just like the real UPSC Prelims exam. All questions are based on the latest exam pattern. 

If your mock test is only full of tough questions, then it is not ideal for your preparation because it will not be based on the latest exam pattern. 

With UPSC Test and Discussion, you will get access to high-quality sectional and full-length mock tests that will give you a taste of writing the actual UPSC Prelims exam.  

3. Ignoring Post-Test Analysis

A regular mock test will not provide you with the advantage of knowing how you have performed or which areas you need to improve in to score better in the next test. 

On the other hand, with UPSC Test and Discussion, you will immediately be able to analyze your test performance. In addition, you can clear all your doubts about any subject or topic in the Live discussion with our top UPSC faculty. 

The UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion can be a big advantage if you attempt it regularly. Do not ignore it.  

Also read: Importance of Note-making in UPSC preparation

4. Attempting UPSC tests only once

Solving a mock test once will not help even if you clear all doubts related to it. You must revisit the same or similar mock test after some time and try to get all answers correct. 

For example, if you have attempted a mock test on Economy in UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion, you can try to attempt another Economy mock test after a week on your own. 

Once you do this for all the mock tests, you will remember your concepts better. 

5. Ignoring Time Management 

The only way to get the maximum benefit from UPSC Prelims Tests and Discussion is to make sure you are able to solve all the questions within the given time limit. 

When you attempt it like the real exam you will be able to track your performance. And when it's time for the actual Prelims exam, you will be confident and able to recall information more easily. 

And there you go. You now have all the information you need to get started with UPSC Prelims Test and Discussion. Avoid the common mistakes outlined above to gain maximum benefit from this latest feature. 

At PrepLadder we keep innovating to provide you with all the tools you need to crack the UPSC exam and realise your dream. To make sure you can access the full benefit of what we have to offer, download the PrepLadder App now. 

Everything you need to crack the IAS exam, you will find in the UPSC-GS Dream Pack. It includes concise, effective, and well-planned video lectures by the Dream Team comprising India’s top UPSC faculties, NCERT Summary,  high-yield QBank, highly competitive PrepTests based on the latest exam pattern, and PYQs in the form of tests, and much more. 

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