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Which Degree is Best To Become An IAS Officer - Know The Best Graduation For UPSC!

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The first step in UPSC preparation for beginners is to choose the best degree course. The Best Graduation Course for UPSC plays an important role in the journey of UPSC IAS preparation as while preparing for UPSC an aspirant is required to choose optional subjects for the mains examination because there are some subjects that overlap with the general studies syllabus and optional syllabus of the UPSC exam. But the question is which is the best graduation course for UPSC?

Choosing the right degree plays a crucial role in preparing for the UPSC exam. Many students ask, "which degree is best to become an IAS officer" to increase their chances of clearing the prestigious exam. The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is highly competitive, requiring deep knowledge, analytical thinking, and strong writing skills. The correct academic background can provide an advantage in preparing for the exam. This article explores "which degree is best to become an IAS officer", including the best graduation courses, eligibility criteria, and degrees pursued by IAS toppers.

You can also take the help of a mentor to assist you in choosing the graduation course. In this article, we will attempt to answer this question and provide a comprehensive explanation about choosing the best degree course for UPSC. So, keep reading this article to know more about how to choose the best graduation course for UPSC. The UPSC aspirants can also take the help of Testbook’s UPSC Online Coaching to boost their UPSC Exam preparation!

Which Degree Is Best To Become An IAS Officer?

So, coming to the question, is there really any best graduation course for UPSC? The answer is NO! The exam depends on the candidate’s skills and shortcomings as well as his/her areas of interest, so there is no specific graduating degree that can guarantee success.

Numerous toppers have asserted that the optional subject chosen for the UPSC IAS Main Exam and the graduate degree are intrinsically related. Although there isn’t a single optional subject that may ensure success in the exam, however, a candidate’s interest in the subject matters.

But don’t worry, we will try to analyse the graduation options and degrees of previous years’ IAS toppers which will help you in choosing the best graduation degree for your UPSC preparation. But, let’s first understand the UPSC eligibility criteria below.

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

A Bachelor of Arts is one of the most recommended degrees for IAS aspirants. Many UPSC toppers have chosen this stream because:

  • Subjects like Political Science, History, and Public Administration cover a significant portion of the UPSC course.
  • These subjects are part of the IAS subjects list, making the preparation easier.
  • Writing-based subjects help in the Mains examination.

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Students from the science stream can also pursue IAS.

  • Certain science subjects help in General Studies and optional subjects.
  • A strong background in science can be beneficial in understanding technology-related topics.
  • Students can choose optional subjects like Geography or Mathematics.

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Commerce students have an edge in subjects like Economics and Finance.

  • Economics is a crucial subject in the UPSC civil services syllabus.
  • BCom students can select Economics as an optional subject.
  • Understanding finance helps in the Indian Economy section of the UPSC syllabus.

Bachelor of Technology (BTech)

Engineering graduates have analytical and problem-solving skills, which are useful for UPSC preparation.

  • Many engineers successfully clear the UPSC exam.
  • However, they need to strengthen their knowledge in Humanities subjects.
  • Choosing an optional subject like Political Science or Public Administration can be beneficial.

Bachelor of Law (LLB)

A law degree helps in understanding Indian polity, governance, and legal affairs.

  • Law students have an advantage in subjects like Polity and Constitution.
  • Logical reasoning and analytical thinking help in essay writing and General Studies papers.
  • Many successful IAS officers have an LLB background.

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Graduation Courses For UPSC Preparation: Know The Options!

According to the analysis, the best degree course for UPSC is a Bachelor of Arts degree, which is what most applicants choose to pursue in order to pass the UPSC exams because it is observed that candidates from these streams pass the examinations with good scores. The aspirants have a significant advantage if they have a humanities degree. In recent years, students with engineering backgrounds and degrees have also entered the IAS exams and have done pretty well. Below, we have also covered the success rate of recommended candidates from many distinct streams.

There are some subjects that are part of the UPSC General Studies Syllabus and Optional syllabus. Let’s discuss this in detail.

  • Political Science
  • History
  • Public Administration
  • Psychology
  • Geography
  • Economics
  • Sociology
  • Philosophy
  • Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
  • Agriculture
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Zoology
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Medical Science
  • Law
  • Anthropology
  • Commerce & Accountancy
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Geology
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Apart from the optional syllabus, Political Science and Public Administration form a part of the GS Paper 2 syllabus. Public Administration also forms a part of the GS Paper 4 syllabus.
  • History, Sociology, and Geography form a part of the GS Paper 1 syllabus and they are included in optional subjects also.
  • The economy is included in the optional subject and in the GS Paper 3 syllabus.
  • Psychology and Philosophy form a part of the optional syllabus in UPSC IAS examinations.
  • Subjects from 9 to 24 have graduation courses and are also included in the optional subjects.

Also check: Which BA course is best for UPSC?

Best Degree To Become An IAS As Per Previous Year Trends (2019)

According to the 71st Annual Report published by Union Public Service Commission, 2302 candidates appeared for interviews in 2019 and 922 candidates were recommended with a success rate of 40.1 %.

The below table shows the success rate of candidates who appeared in the interview and were recommended from given graduation courses (Bachelor’s Degree).

Graduation Courses

Interviewed

Recommended

Success Rate

Science

69

27

39.1 %

Medical Science

126

44

34.9%

Engineering

1382

524

37.9%

Humanities

159

77

48.4%

Total No of Candidates

1736

672

38.7%

The below table shows the success rate of candidates who appeared in the interview and were recommended from given postgraduation courses (Master’s Degree).

Post Graduation Courses

Appeared

Recommended

Success Rate

Science

92

34

37.0%

Medical Science

27

12

44.4%

Engineering

132

58

43.9%

Humanities

315

146

46.3%

Total No of Candidates

566

250

44.2%

Overall, candidates with master’s degrees had a better success rate than candidates with bachelor’s degrees. Of the total number of candidates, 672 (72.9%) had graduated, and 250 (27.1%) had a post-graduate degree or higher education.

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Graduation Degree Of The Past IAS Toppers

Check out the list of the last 10 years of UPSC toppers, their graduation courses, and their optional subjects.

Sr No.

Topper

Year

Graduation

Optional Subject

1

Shruti Sharma

2021

BA History

History

2

Shubham Kumar

2020

BTech in Civil Engineering

Anthropology

3

Pradeep Singh

2019

BTech Computer Science

Public Administration

4

Kanishak Kataria

2018

BTech Computer Science

Mathematics

5

Anudeep Durishetty

2017

BTech in Civil Engineering

Anthropology

6

Nandini KR

2016

BTech in Civil Engineering

Kannada Literature

7

Tina Dabi

2015

BA Political Science

Political Science

8

Ira Singhal

2014

BTech Computer Science

Geography

9

Gaurav Aggarwal

2013

BTech Computer Science

Economics

10

Haritha V Kumar

2012

BTech Electronics & Communication

Economics and Malayalam

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Final Takeaway – Which Course is Best For UPSC After 12th?

There is, however, no best undergraduate course for UPSC aspirants. Therefore, it is solely the responsibility of the applicants to select a degree course in which they are interested and convinced that they can score well.

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Which Degree is Best To Become An IAS Officer? UPSC FAQs

The Humanities stream is preferred due to syllabus overlap, but Science and Commerce students can also succeed with the right approach.

A bachelor's degree from any recognized university is the basic requirement for IAS.

After 12th, choose a relevant graduation course and start preparing for the UPSC exam alongside your studies.

Subjects like Political Science, History, and Public Administration are best for IAS preparation as they align with the UPSC course.

A BA in Political Science or History is a good choice, but students from any stream can prepare well with the right strategy.
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