General Time-table for preparation

[mmdesai29]

I was very confused initially about how to start preparation.
With guidance of some seniors, I have come to conclusion as follows.
(I think it may be useful for others but I also welcome suggestion from IO members)

1 July... Don't start with 1st optional.
Start with GS and 2nd optional and keep going for Jul, Aug, Sep.

1 Oct... Start GS + 1st optional(MAINS).
Continue for Oct, Nov, Dec.

1 Jan....GS + 1st optional(PRELIMS)
Continue for Jan, Feb, Mar.

1 Apr....Revision + Mock tests up to exam day....

1 Jun to 15 Jul..... 2nd optional

15 Jul to 15 Sep.... 1st optional + GS

16 Sep to 15 Oct.... Mains mock test( paper writing)

OCT - NOV.... MAINS EXAM ( and also filling new UPSC form )

Dec to Mar.... Prelim + Interview preparation

APR - MAY... INTERVIEW at UPSC

May... Result( selected) or Prelim again...

This looks ideal for 1st timers and then they can continue upon until become IAS