How do I start preparation for APPSC group 1 exams at home?

Which tips are best for the preparation of APPSC Group 1 exam?


APPSC Group 1 is one of the most popular exams in Andhra Pradesh. Every year many thousands of candidates register for this exam and appear. This recruitment drive differentiates APPSC from other State Public Service Commissions it is responsible for providing recruitments to Group 1 posts only. These posts include Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner, Asst. Treasury Officer/Asst. Accounts Officer, Distt Fire Officer, etc.

The exams are held in two phases – Preliminary Exam and Mains Exam. Candidates who qualify for the preliminary exam will have to appear for the mains exam.

Tips for APPSC Group 1 Preparation at Home

1. Join Online Coaching: Many online coaching institutes conduct online video classes for Group 1 preparation. Achievers Academy is one of them. The advantage of online classes is that the candidate can access them at any time and from anywhere. Enroll here for APPSC Group 1 Online Coaching.

2. Buy Study Material: You will get enough study material from Achievers Academy for APPSC Group 1 preparation. They have videos, mock tests, forums, YouTube videos, etc.

3. Get Previous Year Question Papers: Solving previous year question papers is the best way to prepare for any competitive exams. The more questions you attempt, the better you are at attempting exam papers. Achievers Academy has made it easy for you by providing all the previous year's papers on their website.

4. Make a Study Schedule: Create a study schedule to ensure that you are studying regularly and not missing out on any important topic from your syllabus.

5. Cover The Entire Syllabus: The syllabus for this exam is huge. It consists of topics from SST, GS, Geography, Public Administration, IAS IPS Previous Papers and General Studies, etc. Don't leave out any topic as you have to score well in all topics to qualify for the Main Exam.

6. Take Practice Mocks: Getting used to exam conditions is important for success in any competitive exam. This can be done by taking mock tests and analyzing the results.

7. Attempt Previous Year Papers: Although this is mentioned earlier, it is important enough to be repeated. Many candidates start preparing from day one, but they do not attempt previous year's papers regularly which causes them to fall short on time.

8. Join Forums: Participate in online forums like Achievers Academy and discuss topics with your peers and seniors. Also, check for regular updates from the coaching institutes you are enrolled with as they often publish last-minute tips which can help you qualify for APPSC Group 1 exam.


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