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STRATEGY FOR CSS by TBA

The document outlines a fool-proof strategy for passing the CSS exam, emphasizing the importance of early preparation, proper subject selection, and a proactive mindset. It provides a detailed plan that includes seeking mentorship, covering subjects comprehensively, solving past papers, and preparing current affairs from the start. Additionally, it stresses the significance of choosing optional subjects carefully and offers a list of recommended resources for effective study.

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STRATEGY FOR CSS by TBA

The document outlines a fool-proof strategy for passing the CSS exam, emphasizing the importance of early preparation, proper subject selection, and a proactive mindset. It provides a detailed plan that includes seeking mentorship, covering subjects comprehensively, solving past papers, and preparing current affairs from the start. Additionally, it stresses the significance of choosing optional subjects carefully and offers a list of recommended resources for effective study.

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TORCHBEARER ACADEMY - TBA “First Step

CSS-PMS Matters”
Karachi || 03359448866

How to pass CSS’: FOOL-PROOF STRATEGY FOR CSS.


This plan is primarily for those who want to pass the exam in their very first attempt or for those who
couldn't crack the exam in their first or second attempt. Mostly, students remain misguided regarding
their preparation. Causes of failure are many, ranging from lack of decision-making and procrastination
to poor strategy and overconfidence.

First of all, for cracking the exam, a right mindset, proactive approach, and decision-making ability are
crucial. A learning attitude and critical thinking are equally important. Students are also advised not to
take advice from everyone if they truly want to pass the exam.

It is imperative to start CSS preparation as early as possible under the supervision of a mentor or a
reputed CSS institute. This would save you time and provide a roadmap to pass the exam in a short
span.

When students start getting an influx of information, they may become arrogant and think they know
everything. This is where they often fail. Therefore, stay humble, grasp the concepts, and keep
improving.

Students are advised to read these guidelines carefully and start acting today by rectifying their
approach, without wasting any further time. Develop a winning attitude – with a loser's attitude, one
cannot crack this exam.

Fool-proof strategy for CSS!


01.Start Preparation the Day You Come to Know About CSS.
Mostly, students start preparation after graduation. This is an extremely poor strategy. During your
university education, it is advised to start your preparation. Consider joining a reputable academy for
four months to gain a clear idea of what needs to be done to pass the exam. By doing so, you will be
ready to crack the exam once you graduate from the university. Hence, you will be among the youngest
CSP officers. Also, download the CSS syllabus and read examiners' reports.

02. Seek Guidance Regarding Your Subject Selection from an Expert CSS Mentor.

Due to poor knowledge, without realizing the depth of the exam, students mostly choose subjects on
their own aligning with their academic background. The CSS exam is entirely different. Academic
background is not the only criterion to choose optional subjects. Therefore, don't make this mistake as
many students have already done so and are heading towards failure. It is time to wake up from this
slumber. Only the wise would understand this, not everyone has the capacity to understand.

03. Covering a Subject from 360-Degree Perspective:

To land in the list of qualifiers, these five things need to be done to become successful in the CSS Exam.

A. Prepare the Subjects from the Recommended Books Only.

There are no shortcuts. You have to invest time, energy, and resources to crack this exam and become
part of the bureaucracy. FPSC has a recommended list of books for each subject. Here, you need a
mentor who could tell you which book needs to be read to cover the syllabus. Reading at least one book
is vital.

B. Prepare Long and Short Notes.

Once you have attended the classes, noted the lectures, and read the books, you can now make long
and short notes for each subject. If you are running out of time, then make short notes only. Skipping
this step is not recommended at all.

C. Solve at Least 5-6 Years' Past Papers.

Thirdly, you also need to solve past papers of each subject. As, these are the best sources that must be
used efficiently to sail through the exam. Mostly, students also ignore this step, resultantly; they end up
being disappointed and fail to pass the exam.

D. Preparing MCQs Part.

This part is often ignored by the students. Its weightage needs to be realized. Students should, at least,
prepare past papers' MCQs. The target should be attempting 15-18 correct MCQs for each subject.
E. Once You Have Successfully Followed These Four Steps, Now It's the Right Time
Sr.no SUBJECTS SOURCES AND BOOKS

to Start Taking Mock Exams.

Students start taking mock papers during the last month of the exam. This is again a blunder. At
least, start taking mock papers and test series three to four months before the exam. By doing so,
you shall have enough time to work on your weaknesses and overcome them.

04. Start Preparing Current Affairs from Day One.

It is a myth that needs to be debunked that Current Affairs should be prepared in the end. This subject
needs time and attention from day one. First of all, cover the syllabus given by FPSC, then identify a list
of burning issues and cover them. Once done with the syllabus, now keep reading research papers and
articles from authentic sources on a regular basis.

05. How to Choose Optional Subjects:


The most common question that I get is related to choosing optional subjects. Students need to
understand this if they are truly serious about their life, career, and CSS.

First, there are no shortcuts. Second, choosing optional subjects is one of the extremely important
decisions when it comes to CSS. Optional Subjects cannot be finalized or suggested in one or two or five
minutes through a short conversation.

These subjects shall play a key role in passing and getting allocation in a desirable group by deciding
your merit and the attitude of students towards this crucial step is deplorable, I would say.

Therefore, be serious please!

Here is what you need to do.

Finalizing optional subjects requires at least 1-2 hours of face-to-face interaction with a good CSS
mentor where your aspirations, strengths, and weaknesses shall be checked. Also, the mechanics of
finalizing optional subjects shall be discussed. It is a process and must be followed and respected.
Most of the students are trying to bypass this crucial step and want to get subjects finalized randomly
through a message. These aspirants need to wake up and have mercy on themselves and their parents
who want them to succeed in this exam. So, follow these steps for finalizing your subjects.
1. ENGLISH ESSAY  ESSAY NOTES BY TBA

2. PRECIS AND COMPOSITION  English BY HAFIZ KARIM DAD


CHUGTAI
3. GENERAL SCIENCE AND ABILITY  General science and ability by mian
shafiq
 Notes by TBA
4. Current Affairs  Research Articles : CHATHAM
HOUSE , IPRI , ISSI , COUNCIL ON
FOREIGN RELATIONS, THE
ECONOMIST, FOREIGN POLICY , THE
FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND GOOGLE
SCHOLAR
5. PAKISTAN AFFAIRS  Brief history of Pakistan by James
Wyne brendt
 Notes of compiled readings by TBA
6. ISLAMIC STUDIES  INTRODUCTION TO ISLAM BY
DR.HAMIDULLAH
 NOTES of compiled readings by TBA

International Relations part 1 1. The globalization of world politics by


john Baylis
7.

2. 20th century and beyond by Antony


8. Best

International Relations part 2

9. SOCIOLOGY  Sociological the essentials by


Margeret L Anderson
10. EUROPEAN HISTORY  History of Europe by H.L Peacock

11. INTERNATIONAL LAW  International LAW by Ademola


Abbas
12. GENDER STUDIES  Feminist thought by Rose Marry
Tong

LIST OF PREPARATORY SOURCES FOR CSS EXAMINATIONS


To join TBA for on-campus classes or to enroll in the Personal Mentorship Program of Sir
Saddam, 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 || 𝟎𝟑𝟑𝟓𝟗𝟒𝟒𝟖𝟖𝟔𝟔

Address: FL4/13, First floor, main NIPA, near Shan hospital, block 5, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi.

Visit Hours: 02 PM to 09 PM.

Visit for further queries please. Monday - Saturday. Six days a week.

Sunday is off.

Location:

https://g.co/kgs/ExY45E

If your optional subjects are not mentioned, you should go through the books
recommended by FPSC and check the contents of each book to see which one covers most
of the syllabus. Start following that book and adhere to FPSC guidelines.

Torchbearer CSS Academy (TBA) congratulates Mrs. Mehwish Gul Saddam, wife of Sir
Saddam, on qualifying for the CSS exam. Sir Saddam is a renowned CSS mentor and the
founder of TBA in Karachi.

Insta: @mehwishgulsaddam

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