Re: How to Prepare for UPSC exam while doing B.E? Suggest methods to crack UPSC exam after completing B.E?
Well to crack upsc or any exam for that matter you first need to understand the constitution of that exam...
what things are more important which portions get better score
which sections to concentrate on first, the time horizon of preparation.
Which books to study. etc etc.
Now for UPSC exam you need a longer time horizon ( considering general public .. not the prodigies.

generally a 2 years concentrated preparation is required.Even toppers agree on having started preparations since pre-final year. that is not concerning the fact that they generally started reading magazines,IAS interviews GK, writing essays in competition much before in school itself.
so for those who have not been doing it you need longer periods.
IN UPSC SELECTION of OPTIONALS is of paramount importance.
It can make or break your chances.If you choose well you may feel confident and easy during preparation.::Do not just follow the herd, choose according to your interest,
though some subjects have traditionally yielded better results for aspirants.. you choose them only if you have sound interest
Further selection of good reference materials and Books to study from
Support/help from good teachers also plays an important part. as it reduces burden to a large extent and also simplifies preparation... you et benefit of well researched material
and their years of experience comes handy for you.
For that purpose i would suggest that Delhi is the best place with best coaching and
right competitive environment.
Apart from that nothing less than a fanatic devotion would help, you have to be savage
person who obsesses with studies .. with a liittle smart work and good dedication
you shall thrive over one of the toughest examinations in the world.
Make a habit to read news papers ( 3per day), read magazines like Chronicle CSR
yojna, pratiyogita darpan monthly. also practice writing and rewriting /critical arguments
counter views ec. on Editorial topics. Read IAS interviews to inspire yourself and learn their secrets.
I am attaching CSAT sample papers, please familiarize yourself with the pattern.
some reputed coaching are
Rau's study circlehttp://www.rauias.com
Chanakya IAS academywww.chanakyaiasacademy.com
sriram IAS http://www.sriramsias.com
ALL THE BEST