The UPSC Personality Test is one of the most crucial stages of the civil services examination. It evaluates a candidate’s mental alertness, critical thinking, decisiveness, communication skills, and overall personality. According to Gaurav Marwaha Sir, Director of Unique IAS Study Circle and a renowned mentor with 35 years of experience, “UPSC does not test how much you know — it tests who you are.”
Unique IAS has been training aspirants for UPSC & MPPSC interviews since 1990 and has produced top results including AIR 3, 7, 23, 35, 43, 51 and many more. With expertise gained over decades, Gaurav Sir has mastered the art of grooming the personality of aspirants through realistic interview simulation.
What Makes UPSC Interview Challenging?
- It is not a knowledge test.
- Board members observe your personality traits.
- Honesty, balance, calmness and maturity are rated higher than facts.
- Even your DAF entries can become deep probing questions.
What Gaurav Sir Advises Aspirants
1. Stay Calm Under Pressure – Boards often stress-test candidates.
2. Give Crisp, Clear Answers – Short answers reflect clarity.
3. Avoid Extremes – Balanced opinions score higher marks.
4. Master Your DAF – Most questions originate from it.
5. Focus on Body Language – Composure reflects confidence.
Why Unique IAS Mock Interview is Highly Rated
On the institute’s interview page, Unique IAS highlights:
- DAF-based detailed grilling
- One-to-one sessions
- Experts with 35+ years experience
- Personality polishing
- Real board-like environment
- Psychological analysis
Gaurav Sir himself monitors sessions and provides personalized improvements.
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