IPS
The job of an IPS officer is not only a highly respectable job but a demanding one as well. However, it requires a lot of hard work to become one. Every year more than 4lak students appear for IAS/IPS examination and only 25% make it.
How to reach my goal
Step 1: Take up any stream of your choice after Class 10.
Step 2: Do your bachelors in a subject of your choice
Step 3: Start preparing for your IPS exam which is part of Indian Civil Services. You have to appear for examination conducted by the UPSC, which is one of the toughest exams.
Do you have it in you- Determination and strong will power
- Very hard working and dedicated
- Good leadership qualities
- Ability to take quick decisions
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
PerksAt the entry level, one gets around Rs 40,000 per month which rises to Rs 60,000 per month at the middle level. One is also entitled for various perks depending upon the location like car, accommodation and travel allowance.
Pros and Cons of an IPS Officer
Pros- Challenging job
- Satisfaction that you are serving the country and helping in maintaining peace and order
- Good pay package
Cons- Not a 9-5 job as you have to be on your toes all the time
- High risk job as you have to deal with criminals and notorious people
- Long working hours
Pattern of IPS examinationThe Civil Service Exam comprises of three stages
Stage I - Preliminary Examination
Stage II - Main Examination
Stage III - Interview
Paper I
| General Studies
| 150 marks
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Paper II
| One of the optional subjects to be selected from the prescribed optional subjects | 300 Marks
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List of Optional Subjects CS (Preliminary) - Total 23
| Agriculture | Mathematics |
Animal Husbandry &
Veterinary Science | Mechanical Engineering |
| Botany | Medical Science |
| Chemistry | Philosophy |
| Civil Engineering | Physics |
| Commerce | Political Science |
| Economics | Psychology |
| Electrical Engineering | Public Administration |
| Geography | Sociology |
| Geology | Statistics |
| Indian History | Zoology |
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