Is Online Degree Valid For UPSC, AIS Exams.

Bhawna
08/11/2024

Is Online Degree Valid For UPSC IAS Exams

Yes, in 2024, the online degrees will be valid for the UPSC Civil Services Examination or IAS exam, provided they meet specific conditions. The UPSC eligibility criteria clearly state that a candidate must possess a graduation degree from any recognized university, and it doesn't matter if the graduation was done in regular, distance, or online mode, provided it's from a recognized institution approved by the UGC.

The UGC recognized online degrees from specific universities in 2018, as these universities meet the quality standards of UGC and are authorized to provide online programs. Since then, online degrees have opened up for more acceptances, even in government exams, such as UPSC.

Essential considerations for the IAS examination:

A UGC-approved institution should offer the online degree.

Institutions must be authorized to provide this specific program online.

Always visit the official website of UGC or the Ministry of Education for the latest and updated guidelines on recognized institutions, as UPSC strictly follows the recognition list of UGC while accepting degrees.

Which course needs to do for government exam preparation?

Most academic courses will not prepare you for government exams, at least for competitive ones like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State PSC exams. Some educational pathways or courses would give you a good foundation before entering government exams, depending on your interests, career goals, and targeted exams. Here are some pathways and courses that might help:

1. Bachelor's Degree (Any Stream)

Most government exams, including UPSC (IAS, IPS), require only a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Popular fields include Arts: BA in Political Science, History, and Economics; Commerce: B.Com and Science: B.Sc, as these subjects overlap with the syllabus of general studies in most competitive exams.

2. Bachelors in Political Science, History or Public Administration

For the UPSC aspirants, SSC CGL or State PSC exam candidates, degrees in Political Science, History, or Public Administration can be an added advantage. These subjects are also part of the general studies syllabus in the UPSC and State PCS exams.

3. Bachelors in Economics or Commerce

These streams will eventually become a great foundation for the economics and finance-based exams such as RBI Grade B, SSC CGL, or UPSC, whose core part is economic ideas.

4. LLB

LLB proves to be a boon in terms of exams related to legal or constitutional matters, such as Judiciary exams, UPSC, and other roles such as Public Prosecutor or Legal Advisor.

5. Bachelor's in Engineering or Science (for Technical Exams)

Specialized degrees are fit for technical competitive exams like Indian Engineering Services (IES) and engineering posts in various Government organizations like DRDO and ISRO.

For the scientific jobs in the above organizations, academic degrees in Physics, Chemistry, or Forestry might serve very well.

6. Specialized Certifications and Courses

Financing courses are helpful for banking exams, such as IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI PO, and RBI exams. The courses may include CFP or Post Graduate Diplomas in Banking and Finance.

Computer Certifications: In some state-level exams, CCC is compulsory for basic computer skills tests.

Online Prep Courses: There are numerous online courses on the syllabi of UPSC, SSC, banking, and state exams by the likes of BYJU'S, Unacademy, and UPSC Pathshala

7. General Prep Courses

This includes special courses for focused pre-exam training, such as General Studies, Aptitude, and Reasoning.

Famous institutes like Vision IAS, ALS IAS, and Career Launcher offer exam-specific courses, including UPSC and SSC courses

Important Tips:

Bachelor's degree in a field corresponding to the exam syllabus wherever possible;

General awareness, quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, and proficiency in English are everyday for all exams.

Formal courses are of little use, as practising previous years' papers and mock tests will likely be more helpful.

I'd be happy to find out, which specific government exams interest you so that I can give you more appropriate advice regarding courses and subjects.

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