Between UPSC Results and LBSNAA Training: Insights and Activities

The transition period between the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) results and the commencement of training at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) can be a significant time for candidates to plan and prepare for their next steps. For many, this period offers a range of activities that can help them rest, recharge, and delve deeper into their knowledge of public administration and related fields.

Preparing for LBSNAA Training

For candidates like Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) trainees, the period between receiving their UPSC results and starting their training program is often used to ensure thorough preparation. This involves:

Reviewing materials related to public administration, current affairs, and policies. This helps in gaining a better understanding of the responsibilities they will undertake. Engaging in networking with fellow selected candidates, mentors, and alumni. This provides valuable insights and advice about the training program and future responsibilities. Participating in workshops or online courses to hone skills such as public speaking, writing, and leadership. Allocating time for rest and relaxation to recover from the high-stress period of UPSC preparation. Spending quality time with family and friends who provide emotional support and a break from the rigorous study schedule. Taking advantage of travel opportunities to explore new places and find inspiration.

Real-life Perspective: Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration

Considering the personal experience of one candidate, an individual who gave her UPSC interview while working at a High Frequency Trading Startup, Estee Advisors, in Gurgaon. Her CSE 2014 result was declared on July 4, 2015, and the training at LBSNAA was scheduled to commence on September 7, 2015. This provided approximately two months of time between the results and the start of training. However, the gap has since increased to more than four months for current candidates.

Day-to-day activities included:

Business as usual. She continued working in the startup, which paid well and provided a stable income. Making phone calls. The increased number of calls suggested the importance of capturing leads and maintaining communications. Spending weekends with family. Previously, weekends were dedicated to CSE preparation. Interviewing for newspapers and magazines and taking motivating classes at Vision IAS and IMS. Writing on Quora. Her answer to a question on UPSC CSE interviews was the first CSE-related content she wrote after the results. Relief from books and newspapers. She had made up her mind to skip the 2015 attempt and prepare for the 2016 CSE instead due to a lack of preparation time. Improving compilation time. During the two-month period, she optimized her C code compilation process by reducing the time by 80%, thus increasing productivity.

Conclusion

The period between the UPSC results and LBSNAA training is crucial for candidates to mentally and emotionally prepare for new challenges. While it is essential to stay engaged in public administration and other related fields, it is also important to prioritize personal well-being and preparation for long-term success.

By effectively utilizing this period, candidates can gain valuable insights, skills, and rest, setting the stage for a successful journey in public service.