📣 UPSC Prelims Exam Day Checklist
✅ Compulsory Items
* 📄 E-Admit Card —Carry an extra copy for precaution
* 🪪 Original Photo ID Proof — Must be the same ID mentioned in the admit card
* 🖊️ Black Ballpoint Pens — Carry at least *2*
📝 Additional Requirements
* 📸 *2 Passport-Sized Photographs* *(Required only if the photo on the admit card is unclear)*
* ⌚ *Analog Wrist Watch* *(Digital watches are not allowed.)*
* 💧*Transparent Water Bottle*
* 📋 *Transparent Writing Pad*
* 🧢 *Cap / Dupatta / Light Cloth* - Helpful to protect yourself from heat and harsh sunlight while travelling or waiting outside the exam centre.
* 🚗 *Plan Your Travel Properly* - Consider traffic, delays, and worst-case scenarios.
* ⏰ *Reach the Exam Centre Early* - Entry to the venue closes *30 minutes before the commencement of the examination**. Ensure timely arrival and entry to avoid last-minute stress.
* 💵 *Carry Some Cash* - Useful if UPI/payment apps fail.
⚠️ Between GS Paper & CSAT
* Avoid unnecessary discussion about the GS paper immediately after the exam.
* Do not get trapped in cutoff discussions or answer debates outside the centre.
* Protect your mental space and confidence.
* Use the break time to stay calm, hydrate, relax, and quickly revise important CSAT formulas/concepts only.
* Save yourself from unnecessary pressure before the second paper.
🏁 Final Words
This is the final push towards your goal.
Give it your all and finish strong! .
✨ Best Wishes for the exam!
