Do you know which exam in Bangladesh has the highest number of candidates failing or failing? No, it is not SSC or HSC exam. So? This exam is the BCS Preliminary Exam. Yes dear reader, 90% to 95% of the candidates who appeared in preli exam but fail to clear BCS written exam due to lack of proper BCS preparation. Another BCS preliminary exam is coming up. Due to the lack of a proper BCS preparation guideline this time again many candidates will not be able to reach their desired destination. If you want to see your name in the group of passers and not in the group of losers then this complete BCS preparation guide is for you. Because we will tell you where to start BCS preparation, how to start.

BCS preparation from Hon's

If your career goal is only to get BCS cadre then preparation should start from student life. Due to session congestion and various complications in the traditional education system of Bangladesh, it takes a student much more time than usual to complete the studies of honors or equivalent level in most of the autonomous and national universities. As a result, it can be seen that a student has the most time on his hands at the graduation or equivalent stage of his education. Universities do not require much effort to maintain a first class result (CGPA – 3.00) at graduation in most subjects. Hence, a student becomes studying in Honors is considered to be the right time to take BCS preparation. At this time it easier for a student if he moves towards his BCS Cadre target little by little . Because if someone starts preparing for BCS after finishing their education, they will face many difficulties in their life. A candidate's BCS preparation is hampered by various adversities including pressure from society and family to enter career quickly, lack of financial independence, emotional distress and inferiority complex. On the other hand a student studying in Honors has the environment most of the time in his favor, so candidates who start BCS preparation from Honors life are in an advantageous position in this respect. Also, since there is not much difference between the study period of secondary and higher secondary, the students studying in honors get a little advantage in BCS preparation because they remember more of the subjects studied in secondary and higher secondary while starting BCS preparation.

BCS Exam Eligibility

You can apply for General Cadre only if you pass four years honors. But if you are in three year pass course then you must have master's pass. Besides, if you have just completed Masters exam after your Honors or Pass course then you can also apply for BCS exam with Appard certificate. To apply in technical cadre you must have educational qualification in certain subject. For example, without MBBS degree, you cannot do government jobs as a doctor. Besides, other qualifications are determined as per BPSC circular recruitment.

How to start BCS preparation

Only 5% to 10% candidates pass the BCS preliminary exam out of the total number of candidates who appeared. So, to pass this exam, you have to take a thorough and proper preparation. Let's know how to prepare for this .

1. First of all master the syllabus of PSC BCS Exam Preliminary and Written Exam well.
2. Check previous year BCS exam questions from BCS Job Solutions / Question Bank.
3. Identify the subject areas in which you are weak and the subject areas in which you have special skills.
4. Know what topics to read as well as what topics to skip.
5. Prepare a written routine for imbibing the topics within a specified period of time.
6. Make a book list required for BCS preparation.
7 . Prepare hard for English and Maths sections.
8. Apart from studying, take more model test tests to check your preparation.
9. Adopt efficient strategies, avoid shortcuts.
10. Follow a Smart Revision Circle, Revise previously read topics through this circle repeatedly 11.
For the same purpose, form a study group with hardworking and like-minded examinees and prepare in a coordinated manner with mutual cooperation.

BCS Cadre Choice List

In this part you have to fix the list as per your choice from the cadre list. All the cadre posts in the cadre list are of 9th grade. But scope of work of every cadre is different. At the time of application, mention your preferred cadres one by one in the list. There will be no chance to change this cadre list later on. So you must prioritize your personality, education, family preferences and likes to choose the cadre list. Once the Cadre Choice List is sorted you have to move to the next page. There you will have the opportunity to review the complete application form. At this stage read the entire application form patiently and correct any mistakes. Because if there is any mistake in the application, you will not get a chance to correct it after this step. Once the application form is reviewed you need to upload the validation code, your photo and signature appropriately. After filling all the fields correctly, submit the application form by clicking the submit button. You will receive an applicant copy containing your user ID, photo and signature once the application form is submitted accurately . You should print or download this applicant's copy and save it. You have to deposit the examination fee of Tk 700 (Tk 100 for minority ethnic group, disabled and third gender candidates) only through SMS from any Teletalk prepaid mobile number using the User ID given in the applicant copy. Then download and print the received admit card. BCS written exam preparation In case of becoming a BCS cadre, one thing that should be well remembered from the very beginning is that if BCS prelims are cleared, only BCS written exam will be called. But the marks obtained in Preli have no bearing on the final recruitment as cadre. However, PSC prepares the final merit list for recommendation by adding the marks obtained in Vibe with the marks obtained in BCS written exam. Because of this, the marks obtained in the written examination have a lot of influence on getting the desired cadre. So preparation for written exam should be taken very carefully. To be done for BCS written exam preparation 
1. Start preparing as early as possible. In this case, it is better to set the goal right after admission to honors. 
2. Be confident that you can. 
3. Make a study routine and follow it properly. 
4. Set target in studies and try to achieve that target by all means. 
5. Study at least 7 to 8 hours daily. 
6. If you feel tired of reading about something, read the topic that you like to read. But don't stop reading. 
7. Time management strategy ie it would be better if you decide how much time you will write on any topic or question and prepare accordingly. 
8. Not everything you need to read, need to know. Read more about the required topic.
9. Don't put too much effort into remembering something that seems too difficult to remember. Instead, focus on his options.
10. Don't follow anyone. Listen to those who have succeeded before, take inspiration, but don't imitate . Create your own reading routine, suggestions.
11. Choose the language in which you can write quickly to answer.
12. A good sleep will help you in your preparation. So, even if you sleep less, make sure that it is uninterrupted.
13. Practice translation, grammar, math and mental skills daily.
14. Pay attention to correct spelling to do well in English. Write simple sentences, but be sure to write them clearly.
15. Try to write at least 5-7 pages daily on some topic in English.
16. To do well in general science and technology it is important to solve job solutions and previous years questions.
17. Don't stress about whether the questions will be difficult or easy. Remember, whatever happens to you , happens to others as well.
18. Try to read more articles. The same goes for writing. Try to write informative informative text without unnecessary twists and turns.
19. Make sure that the handwriting is clear even if it is not beautiful.
20. Try different experts, columnists and give your opinion and analysis on Bangladesh and international affairs at the end of the answer.
21. Develop an understanding of well-known and important books on the Liberation War and other subjects for book criticism.
22. Collect data that may be needed to answer the various questions and write them next to the corresponding question.
23. Practice regularly to learn the necessary diagrams and maps.
24 No question can be omitted in the examination. All questions must be answered.

BCS preparation online 

Online is the most helpful force for BCS preparation at home without coaching. Online BCS preparation will not only save you a lot of time but also reduce a lot of hassle. And Live MCQ is Bangladesh's first and largest platform to prepare BCS prelims online at home. Besides, through Live Written you can also take a proper preparation for BCS return very easily. The most important thing in preparing for BCS Prelims is to check your preparation status by giving regular BCS Model Tests. Taking these model tests in guide books alone or by going to a coaching center and competing with 100 or 200 candidates is not very useful. more candidates you participate in model tests with, the better you will understand your preparation status.
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