Strategy for Forestry Optional [ UPSC IFS Exam] Marks: 131+13 | RBI_GrB_2023 [Verified]

Strategy for Forestry Optional [ UPSC IFS Exam]

Marks: 131+137 = 268 [Highest in any optional in IFS 2020 exam]
First attempt with IFS Forestry
Preparation Time: 15 days
Study Material: Manikandan + Hornbill Notes for PYQ-topic mapping.
Test Series: None
Video Lecture: None

5 Things that worked in my favour

Will be writing detailed post on these factors

1. Brainstorming Forestry PYQs
2. Extensive use of Mnemonics and Memory tricks
3. Topic listing and Template based answer writing.
4. Short and concise notes for last minute revision Example 1
5. Dedicated mentorship of last year IFS toppers (AIR 2 Lavish and AIR 5 Vishal)

Things that one should avoid

1. Joining any coaching institute- Initially, I was planning to join an institute but after hearing feedback from my friends decided against it. Also, i went through their sample videos and find them to be of no use at all. Faculty teaches like a university teacher without looking at PYQs. Avoid it at any cost

2. Reading multiple books for one topic - Sure shot recipe for disaster. It doesn't matter how much you are studying. The only thing that matters is how much you can recall in the exam.