IAS officer Divya Mittal has shared a set of practical tips for UPSC aspirants on managing pressure and maintaining focus ahead of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination, describing the exam as a test of nerves rather than memory alone.
Mittal, reflecting on her own experience, said she once felt mentally blocked just days before the Prelims but overcame panic through preparation and mindset control, which ultimately helped her clear the examination.
Managing last-minute panic before the exam
She advised aspirants not to panic if they feel mentally blank before the exam, stating that such a reaction is normal under pressure. According to her, recognition of answers during the exam is easier than attempting to recall them under stress, and candidates should trust their preparation.
