https://fearsteve.com/education/basic-guide-to-start-preparation-for-ias/ The first step to take is to use Basic Guide to Start Preparation to IAS by Vedanta IAS Academy. This is a practical beginner guide on the topic of the University Preparedness Service Commission (UPSC) on how to begin to prepare to be an IAS step by step. It includes syllabus knowledge, book selection, study planning and the methods of Prelims and Mains preparation. The article creates awareness regarding the need to have a solid foundation and be consistent at the initial stages. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:03:57 UTC en