Which books is best for Mathematics optional UPSC?
UPSC Maths Optional Books
- LINEAR ALGEBRA. SCHAUM SERIES – Seymour Lipschutz ( Amazon Link )
- CALCULUS. MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS – S C Malik and Savita Arora ( Amazon Link )
- ANALYTIC GEOMETRY.
- ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (ODE)
- DYNAMICS AND STATICS.
- VECTOR ANALYSIS.
How many aspirants take optional in UPSC Maths?
Success Rate of Optional Subjects in IAS Mains
| Optional Subject | No. of Candidates Appeared | No. of Candidates Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | 755 | 53 |
| Zoology | 55 | 1 |
| Civil Engineering | 124 | 11 |
| Mathematics | 441 | 26 |
Who got highest marks in UPSC optional mathematics?
Who got the highest marks in Mathematics Optional in IAS (UPSC CSE) Mains exam? Ans. In 2017, Anubhav Singh got the highest score for the Mathematics Optional subject. He scored 375 out of 500.
How much time it will take to complete Maths optional?
On average it will take 6-7 months. Then as per your understanding, comfort level and efforts, you can take less or more time. People who do not have prior exposure to Maths are going to take 7-8 months at least.
How can I start optional maths in UPSC?
Tips to score high in maths optional papers
- Always understand the topic. Never try and learn the process by heart.
- Always understand the question correctly before venturing to work out the solution.
- Always prepare and keep a formula sheet handy with you.
- Always solve mathematical problems with a relaxed mind.
Is IMS material enough for maths optional?
Also IMS notes are sufficient, don’t start chasing textbooks. There isn’t much difference between the two. Almost everything important in the books is there in the notes.
Can I skip Maths in UPSC?
You need not to do any special study on Maths, neither you need to have a Maths background to solve CSAT Maths. A number of questions are asked from the Maths Section in the UPSC Prelims Exam. Till 2010, Maths questions used to be asked in the Prelims GS paper.
Where did Akshat Jain study?
Jain has graduated from IIT-Guwahati with a degree in design. His first attempt was in the year 2017 hardly a month post his graduation. Though he could not clear in the first attempt, it was a great learning experience for him.
Do questions repeat in Maths optional UPSC?
As long as a candidate possess strong hold on mathematics, it’s definitely a good option and scoring subject, unlike say in case of general studies papers mathematics as a subject require consistent practice, it’s also a static subject, the questions asked in the exam are subjective by nature, it’s repeated as well, so …
Is Maths a scoring subject in UPSC?
Maths is and has always been a scoring subject, be it in the UPSC exams or any other exam. If you have prepared well and have written the answers correctly, you will most definitely score high marks.
What was the optional subject of Kanishak Kataria?
Kataria opted for mathematics as his optional subject due to his genuine liking for the subject. He devoted more time to his optional since it has a vast syllabus.
How do you cover optional Maths?
Is mathematics good optional for IAS?
Can I clear UPSC if I am weak in Maths?
Yes, definitely you can reach your goal even if you are weak in Mathematics. Mathematics is not the compulsory subject for becoming IAS or applying for Civil Services Exam. In case, if you feel yourself weak in Mathematics then you choose Commerce or Arts stream after 10th standard.
Can CSAT be cleared without Maths?
By the Maths questions in the CSAT, your basic Ability to Accuracy and calculation will be judged. For this you need not do any special study on Maths, neither you need to have a Maths background.