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SNM IAS academy is the best IAS (Indian Administrative Services) coaching institute in Chandigarh. We always follow a updated and best study material for IAS for our students. We use latest version of IAS books to well support our students. We have all expert and trained teachers who help our students for their all queries and give them best updated knowledge about IAS exams.

We provide all high class technology to our students to crack this examination. This is our responsibility to provide all free IAS prelims study material and IAS books to all candidates. We update all IAS syllabus time to time as updated by government rules. Our all schedule for the completion of syllabus will be already mentioned to all students. It is very difficult job for a student that what to study for IAS if he is not in guidance of any expert or institute. So, SNM IAS academy support their students with guidance of experts and give them all IAS study material of latest version. So, if you want to become a government employee, update your knowledge with our updated and best study material for upsc and IAS prelims exam material.

IAS exam requires a lot of hard work and input from the students. It is very important that the aspirant reads right sort of study material for IAS prelims preparation. There is a lot of irrelevant stuff available in the market and the student has to be careful what is to be avoided and what is to be covered.

For prelims specifically the width of the knowledge is tested. Science large volume of syllabus is to be covered the aspirant has to concentrate on clearing the basic first. The most important part of the preparation is clearing the basic. Best source for clearing the basic is NCERT'S. We do advice all the students to not only read the NCERT'S but also solve the questions behind it and practise the long answers. That will not only help revising the concepts but also helps in improving the answer writing skills. There is a lot of trash available in the market which is to be avoided. Don't read multiple sources for same topic. It is a sure-shot recipe for disaster. Read the Basic books, NCERT'S and notes of S.N.M.IAS academy. Besides these following books are useful for General Studies.

Indian Polity - Laxmikanth

Indian History - Spectrum

Indian Geography - D.R.Khullar

Indian Economy - Ramesh Singh

BOOKS FOR CIVIL SERVICES
MUST READ

1. NCERT's all subjects IX to XII
2. Polity by Laxmikant
3. Geography by G.S. Leong
4. Yojana Monthly Magazine
5. Hindu Newspaper
6. S.N.M. Academy website
GOOD TO READ

1. Geography by Majid Hussain
2. Economy by I.C. Dhingra
3. Economy by Ramesh Singh
4. History by Spectrum
5. "Indian Express" newspaper
6. Kurukshetra Magazine

To crack the toughest exam in the country you need the best quality material. IAS hugely regarded as one of the most difficult exam of the country covers diverse range of topics. It needs comprehensive study along with conceptual understanding and quick recall especially, so as to utilize time properly while writing exam.

There is no dearth of study material available in the market ranging from general to specialized to super specialized study material. The syllabus is ever so dynamic that it is virtually impossible for the aspirant to keep pace with the dynamic nature of the exam. The only use of the conventional study material or book is for basic concept clarity hence the students should be careful that they do not overspend time with the conventional books.

To optimally utilize the study material available students must categorize the study material as:-

1) The texts that are must read
2) The texts that should only be skimmed
3) The time eaters

The first category of texts includes daily newspaper particularly "The Hindu" and Indian Express. The editorial section of these newspapers is absolutely essential for mains preparation .One magazine can also be referred to. Of all the magazine Yojna is the best and most authentic source published by govt. of India. Along with these basic books likes NCERT's can also be good source. NCERT's are knowledge storehouse and even to date many questions are asked for NCERT's. The second category of books include most popular titles written by popular authors. This include

Physical Geography -> GC Leong

Indian Geography -> Majid Hussian

Indian Geography -> Khullar

History -> Spectrum

History -> Bipin Chandra

Polity -> LaxmiKant

Economy -> Sanjeev Verma

Economy -> Ramesh Singh

Economy -> Dutt Sundram

Some of these books need to be read at initial stage of the preparation. By reading the above titles prelims can easily be cleared. However the mains exam is the real deal. One should not only have the proper content for the answer but also proper presentation is quintessential.

The changed syllabus of general studies demand updated and concrete knowledge of various issues. Topics like Governance, International Relations, Security, Changing Economic Scenario, various govt. schemes Science & Technology, Ecology & Biodiversity and Ethics needs to be update regularly. One stop solution suggested for current affairs & answer writing preparation is Unique Publishers book on Current Issues. The analysis of each and every aspect of mains is brilliantly done in that book.
List of Books for GS List of Books for Psychology

1 Psychology XI & XII Std NCERT
2 Introduction to Psychology Morgan & King
3 PsychologyRobert A Baron
4 Social Psychology Baron & Byrne
5 The Psychology of Small Groups shaw
6 Inner World Sudhir Kakar
7 Achieving Society David McClelland
8 Theories of Personality Hall & Lindzey
9 Systems & Theories of Psychology Krawiec & Chaplin
10 Abnormal Psychology & Modern Life James.C. Coleman
List of Books for Sociology PAPER-I PAPER-II List of books for Public Administration
Chapter-I: Introduction Mohit Bhattacharya: New Horizons of Public Administration Nicholas Henry : Public Administration and Public Affairs Special Issues of Indian Journal of Public Administration
Chapter-II: Theories of Administration D. Ravindra Prasad, V.S. Prasad and P. Satyanarayana : Administrative Thinkers D. Gvishiani Organisation and Management: A Critique of Western Theories.
Chapter-III: Structure of Public Organisations : R.K. Jain : Public Sector Undertakings; and Mohit Bhattacharya : New Horizons of Public Administration
Chapter-IV: Administrative Behaviour Paul Hersey : Organisational Behaviour OR Stephen P. Robbin : Organisational Behaviour
Chapter-V: Accountability and Control: Mohit Bhattacharya : New Horizons of Public Administration Special Issues of Indian Journal of Public Administration on Accountability
Chapter-VI: Administrative Law: Massey :Administrative Law OR M.P. Jain :Administrative Law
Chapter-VII: Administrative Reforms: P.R. Dubbashi : Administrative Reforms G.E. Gaiden :Administrative Reforms
Chapter-VIII: Comparative Public Administration: Ferrel Heady : Public Administration-A Comparative Perspective OR R.K. Arora : Comparative Public Administration
Chapter-IX: Development Administration: Ferrel Heady : Public Administration - A Comparative Perspective OR R.K. Arora : Comparative Public Administration
Chapter-X: Public Policy : IGNOU Lessons on Public Policy R. K. Sapra : Public Policy
Chapter-XI: Personnel Administration: O Glenn :Stahl : Public Personnel Administration S. L. Goel : Personnel Administration in India.
Chapter-XII: Financial Administration M. J. K. Thavaraj :Public Financial Administration OR G.S. Lal :Financial Administration in India IGNOU Lessons on Financial Administration.
PAPER II Indian Administration
Chapter-I: Evolution of Indian Administration B.N. Puri Administrative History of India (Vol. I, II and III)
Chapter-II: Constitutional Framework D. D. Basu An Introduction to the Constitution of India
Chapter-III: Union Government and Administration A. Avasthi Central Administration
Chapter-IV: State Government and Administration J.D. Shukla State Administration
Chapter-V: District Administration T.N. Chaturvedi District Administration; and Special Issue of Indian Journal of Public Administration on District Administration
Chapter-VI: Local Government S.R. Maheswari Local Government in India
Chapter-VII: Public Sector in India R. K. Jain Public Sector Undertakings Annual Survey on Public Sector of Department of Public Enterprises
Chapter-VIII: Public Services S.L. Goel Personnel Administration in India
Chapter-IX: Control of Public Expenditure M. J. K. Thavaraj Financial Administration IGNOU Lessons on Financial Administration
Chapter-X: Administrative Reforms P.R. Dubbashi Administrative Reforms S. R. Maheswari Administrative Reforms Special Issue of Indian Journal of Public Administration on Administrative Reforms
Chapter-XI: Machinery for Planning A. Avasthi Central Administration
Chapter-XII: Administration of Law and Order K. K. Sharma Law and Order Administration in India K. J. Guha Roy, District Policing
Chapter-XIII: Welfare Administration Annual Reports of Department of Social Welfare
Chapter-XIV: Major Issues in Indian Administration Special Issue of Indian Journal Public Administration on Indian Administration, Retrospect and Prospect and on Good Governance.

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SNM IAS academy is the best IAS (Indian Administrative Services) coaching institute in Chandigarh. We always follow a updated and best study material for IAS for our students. We use latest version of IAS books to well support our students.

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SNM IAS Academy is a one stop solution for HAS Exam Coaching. SNM is one of the best Institute for HAS Exam Coaching in Chandigarh. We offer best study material, public administration classes, notes, strategy and books to clear HPAS Exam. We also prepare students for Exam Interview.

Himachal Administrative Services (HPAS) examination is a state level exam conducted for selecting appropriate candidates for state level services. By far the exam has been conducted all most every year skimmed the best brains in the state. The exam comprises of three phases with Prelims being the first exam.

The Preliminary exam is an elimination test which comprises of two objective types Papers:-

Paper 1:- GENERAL STUDIES:- This paper is a test of candidates general awareness and understanding of disciplines like History, Polity, Economy with special reference to Himachal Pradesh.

Paper II: - CSAT:- This paper test the general IQ of an individual through Mathematics , Reasoning & Comprehension as well as the aptitude for civil services. After clearing Prelims the next phase is called Mains exam which comprises of FOUR papers & two OPTIONAL SUBJECTS :

Essay
Hindi
English
GS
Optional Subject 1
Optional Subject II

This exam is followed by one to one interview which determines along with performance in mains exam the rank of an individual. At S.N.M.IAS Academy Chandigarh the aspirants are trained and nurtured to clear this state specific exam by imparting them knowledge and desired skills.

The enriched classroom lectures, updated study material, current issues coverage and state specific general knowledge equips the candidate to hit the targets. Our greatest strength is conceptual clarity and performance monitoring through tests which cover newspapers, NCERT books & the prescribed syllabus of the exam. It is because of this systematic preparation strategy which S.N.M. IAS academy follows that we have produced Rank 2 Shipli Beakta who is II to DC in Mandi and Rank 4 Jagan Thakur who is an S.D.M in Rekong- Peo.

Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Examination Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Examination (HPAS) conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Service Commission for the right candidates in the different posts of Himachal Pradesh Administrative Services.

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SNM Academy Chandigarh provides best coaching for HAS exam 2019. We offer has prelims test series, Hindi study material books, syllabus, public administration classes for students. New batch starting. Enroll now to crack HAS exam with SNM IAS Academy Chandigarh.

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Best HCS Coaching Institute in Chandigarh

Among all the HCS Coaching Center in Tricity SNM is well established and one of the best Institute for HCS coaching coaching classes in Chandigarh. We have a dedicated and enthustic team of young talented teachers who are committed to spread the matrix of education to all who desire. The commitment to the academy to the quality education has made them begin a new era in Haryana Civil Services Coaching.

Amongst all the state level exam in Haryana 'HCS' exam is considered to be the most prestigious exam of all. The exam is conducted regularly by Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) to recruit the personnel for various administrative posts. The recruitments are made for the post of SDM, DSP, ETO, ITO and other allied services.

The HCS exam requires proper guidance for HCS. The exam is a three staged process with prelims, mains and interviews as the three stages. The eligibility criteria for exam is graduation or an equivalent course. The age criteria is (21-40) years with age relaxations levied on corresponding categories. The age limit for DSP however, is 27 years. The exam is conducted in three stages. The first stage is prelims stage which comprises of two papers of 100 marks each. Only objective type questions are asked. The first paper is of general studies which besides covering the general civic aspects of the country covers topics like History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Sciences etc. There is a strong case of Current Affairs for HCS. Besides this state specific questions typically Haryana G K for HCS is also asked. There is no negative marking. 2nd paper is of optional subject. After clearing the first stage student qualifies for mains exam. The mains exam consists of General Studies paper and two optionals which are to be chosen from the list of optional provided by the commission. There are certain combination of optionals which are prohibited. There are also compulsory Hindi and compulsory English paper. An essay paper is also the part of the mains examination mix. All these paper are subjective in nature, therefore, a lot of attention has to be paid to the answer writing skill of the student.

During preliminary the student must focus on speed and accuracy and during mains the focus should shift on in depth subject knowledge and answer working skill. The last hurdle is the interview. Viva-voce questions are asked by the panel of experts from the candidate. This is a personality test of the candidate.

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Among all the HCS Coaching Center in Tricity SNM is well established and one of the best Institute for HCS coaching coaching classes in Chandigarh. We have a dedicated and enthustic team of young talented teachers who are committed to spread the matrix of education to all who desire.

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PCS GS Mains Crash Course, 2018 Punjab : Complete Awareness Manual for PCS PCS PUNJAB STATE CLASSES SCHEDULE PCS Notifications 2018
SNM PCS Academy is one of the best PCS coaching institute in Chandigarh to prepare PCS exam because of the enriching classroom lectures and learning environment, it's updated and relevant PPSC study material; experienced and hardworking faculty and none the less the stupendous past results in PCS exam. We also provide best books for Punjab PCS preliminary exam preparation, test series and PCS interview question to aspirant. We at SNM Academy charges very nominal fees for PCS Coaching Classes.

How To Clear PPSC, Strategy & Preparation for PCS Exam 2019

The approach for PCS paper has to be strategically different from IAS. PCS Prelimins an objective type exam with GS & CSAT. Each paper has 150 questions & there is no negative marking. The cut off is combined & in 2012 the cut off was around 197, so the candidate should aim at 200 marks which is very attainable.

The General Studies Paper asked is very conventional type & thrust areas are History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Punjab. Some questions of Computer are also added. Small part of Current Affairs related to Punjab are also asked. The conventional Subjects should be prepared from basic books. Notes provided at SNM are more than enough to attempt the conventional portion. This part can alternatively be prepared from NCERTs of 10+1 & 10+2. Science part is only of 10th level. However, one should thoroughly & deeply read the study material provided to them. The questions asked are from deep lying facts in the chapters.

In Geography, stress on Indian & Physical Geography is laid. In History, Modern History & History of Punjab is asked more than Ancient & Medieval History. In Economy, basic concepts & section of International Organizations is asked. The Polity questions are totally covered from SNM Study Material. General questions like Current Summits & other events are also asked. A student can easily attempt more than 100 questions. Candidate should not leave even a single question unattempted as there is no negative marking.

CSAT is comparatively easier than GS. Emphasis is more on Reading Comprehension & Reasoning Ability. About two third questions are asked from above two topics & some questions from Punjabi are also asked. Basically, CSAT is a test of speed more than test of skill. The aspirant should practice four or five Mock Tests within stipulated time limit. Again students should not leave any question unattempted as there is no negative marking. Attempting combined Mock Tests will certainly help.

PPCS EXAMINATION - P.C.S. exam is conducted by Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) to select candidate for various services in the state of Punjab. The posts include the post of executive, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), ITO (Income Tax Officer), ETO (Excise & Taxation Officer) various allied services. The PCS exam is considered as most prestigious exam at the Punjab State level.

The exam is conducted in three stages Prelim, Mains & Interview. The candidate is said to be qualified if he clears all these stages. Eligibility criteria for exam is graduation and its equivalent course and the aspirant should have cleared matriculation Punjabi or equivalent exam. The age limit is 21-35 years for general category with correspondent relaxation provided to various reserve category candidates. Prelims is objective type exam with no negative marking and two papers i.e. G.S. and CSAT are conducted. Both papers are of 200 marks each. G.S. papers besides conventional topics covers lot of current affairs and knowledge about Punjab state whereas CSAT covers reading comprehension (both English and Punjabi) qualitative aptitude, reasoning ability and data interpretation. The mains exam consists of only general studies compulsory papers, compulsory English and compulsory Punjabi paper. Optional or subject has been eliminated from the exam.

The preliminary exam requires extensive study of History, Polity, Geography, Sciences and history Culture of Punjab along with Maths, English, Reasoning and Decision Making skills. To cover up these topics separate classes are held for general knowledge & CSAT part of the exam. The mains exam requires to cover up the modules from analytical perspective. At S.N.M IAS academy, we cover up the depth and width of the syllabus in a methodical manner. Classroom teaching is backed with notes, handouts, books and study material to provide students with ample preparatory material. Regular tests are given to assure revision and retention. The relevant Newspapers, magazines and documents are covered in the classroom to enhance the knowledge base of students and develop their thinking process and analytical skills. The classrooms are multimedia enabled and students get to see relevant discussion, documentaries and videos. This is our endeavour to facilitate learning of complicated concepts. Generally a preparation of around 9-12 months is sufficient to cover the entire syllabus and practice test papers. Students, however, are recommended to start light preparation of the exam in first year of graduation. A regular and comprehensive study plan is must for preparation. Students are advised to dedicatedly study for 2-3 hours on daily basis to prepare properly for this exam.

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GURUJI'S KIRPA S.N.M. IAS ACADEMY is humbled with the recognition and honour bestowed on us. gratitude to Pranay Media & Vivekananda Yuva Manch for considering us worthy of the Award of Excellence in the field of Education .