CSS 2026 Study Plan – July to January
This is a smart, focused 7-month CSS 2026 preparation plan for a B.A. graduate. The plan
covers Compulsory and Optional subjects, with a balance of theory, practice, and revision to
help you stay on track and manage your time effectively.
📅 Month-Wise Study Plan
July:
Finalize optional subjects, start English (grammar, précis), Dawn editorial reading, begin
Political Science + Gender Studies.
August:
Start Pakistan Affairs, Islamiat, Sociology; continue Essay writing (1 per week), English
practice, and Dawn reading.
September:
Begin Current Affairs + General Science & Ability (GS&A), start U.S. History, revise Political
Science.
October:
Complete all optional subjects by mid-month, begin solving past papers, mock essay and
précis every week.
November:
Focus on revision, past papers, and timed full paper practice (at least 3 per week).
December:
Continue revision, mock interviews, memorization of facts, and polishing weak areas.
January:
Final revision, simulate full exam papers, review notes, and maintain confidence and health.
🕒 Suggested Daily Routine
Time Activity
6:30 AM – 7:30 AM Fajr + Dawn Editorial Reading
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM English (Precis + Essay Outline)
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Optional Subject 1
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Lunch + rest
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Pakistan Affairs / Current Affairs
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Optional Subject 2
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM GS&A / Islamiat
9:30 PM – 10:00 PM Revise / Flashcards / Notes
✅ Final Tips
Start today — not tomorrow.
Keep a daily and weekly target tracker.
Join a mock group or study circle for motivation.
Get your essays and precis checked regularly.
Avoid too many books or over-researching. Stick to the syllabus.
Stay healthy, sleep well, and don’t panic — consistency wins!