Neither privatization of the economy nor the glamour associated with IT-MBA have been able to corrode the gleam and power of the Indian the Indian Civil Services. The number joining the IAS bandwagon has not dwindled a bit, rather more and more youth is getting into the process of preparing to get selected in the services.
Number of candidates who had applied for
- the 2017 UPSC prelims exam:10 lakhs (approx.),
- the 2016 UPSC prelims exam: 11.36 lakhs.
- the 2015 UPSC prelims exam: 10 lakhs.
With more than 25 services, Indian Civil Services forms the strong framework of governance in India which is responsible for enforcing the law & order, drafting & implementing policies, conceiving projects and is instrumental in the revenue administrations.
While playing a pivotal role in bringing change in the societal scenario, an Officer keeps climbing the bureaucratic ladder which gives him an opportunity to head the multitudinous Government departments. These departments range from tourism to education, higher education to urban infrastructure, agriculture to public works and so on.
Thus, being recruited in Indian Civil services is much more than any white collar job. It offers the officers with an unique opportunity with constructive challenges and high growth prospects.
There is no second thought to the fact that, the recruitment process for such prestigious and responsible positions is tough. But it is also a fact that this exam is not insurmountable. With the right guidance, aptitude, attitude and consistent hard work, you can come out with flying colors and land your dream job!