Interview With Ms. Puja Debnath Rank 8 In WBCS (Exe.) Etc. Exam 2016

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WBCSMadeEasy: When and how did the inspiration and idea of joining civil service come in your mind?

Ms. Puja Debnath: Most of the major problems in Bengal or India are related to its societal makeup…So I wanted to bring some changes into the society… ie Change for Good.. I was just looking for the right platform for that.. While working in Wipro Technologies as a Software Developer,I got involved into Wipro’s CSR activities and met some successful Civil Servants and that’s became my turning point.

WBCSMadeEasy: Tell us something about yourself? Educational Qualification, Marks/Division/Class, schooling…..

Ms. Puja Debnath: Basically I am a very pragmatic person and believe in Bentham’s philosophy-“Greater Happiness for a Greater Number” in case of public service.
Educational Qualification:
1. Madhyamik- Year-2003; Marks -705 (88.13%)
2. Higher Secondary- Year-2005; Marks – 893 (89.3%)
3. Graduation- BTech in Computer Science & Engineering; Year- 2010; DGPA- 8.71

#Note: I did my schooling from Government Schools in rural belt and secured rank in 10th,10+2 and finally in WBCS examination also (Rank -8).. So to mesuccess depends on our determination and our capability, not on the so-called brand values of today’s education..

WBCSMadeEasy: What factors did you consider before selecting your optionals? What were they?

Ms. Puja Debnath: Optional is a vital part of this examination.. Pls do endure the following things while choosing optional subject..
*Should have general interest in that subject.
*Subject should be scoring in recent times.
*Check if it covers larger part of GS.
*Check previous years papers to have some idea.
#My optional – Sociology.

WBCSMadeEasy: How did you sustain the study-momentum throughout the year?

Ms. Puja Debnath: Basically I am very much determined and confident about my vision. So my passion for my workkeepsme sustainable.And ofcourse one should be disciplined too.:)

WBCSMadeEasy: How many hours did you study per day? How many months did it take you to complete the core syllabus of Compulsory and optional subjects?

Ms. Puja Debnath: 8-10 hrs of regular study is enough for this preparation. I took 6 months to complete the syllabus.

WBCSMadeEasy: Did u use internet, was it effective? Which newspapers & magazines you went through?

Ms. Puja Debnath: I used Internet extensively and it was worthy.

WBCSMadeEasy: Were you doing any other job during preparation?

Ms. Puja Debnath: Yes, I was working as a Software Developer in Wipro Technologies while preparing for Civil Services.

WBCSMadeEasy: Which newspapers & magazines you went through?

Ms. Puja Debnath:The Hindu, Indian Express, DownToEarth (selectively for Environmental news).
EPW, Frontline.

WBCSMadeEasy: Did u take coaching? How was the experience?

Ms. Puja Debnath: No, I preferred Self-Study over any conventional coaching… And internet was the saver for me…
But yes I took few Mock Interview sessions in 2015 from “SUCCESS/WBCSMadeEasy” Naktala centre.

WBCSMadeEasy: What about Interview in WBCS? Was the board cordial?

Ms. Puja Debnath: Yes, the board was much cordial to me..It was a kind of healthy discussion rather than a rapid fire session.
About interview, one thing I can say- “Be True”to yourself and the board also.

WBCSMadeEasy: Plz suggest some good books for pre, comp, optional.

Ms. Puja Debnath: I mostly followed standard books such as—
1. Polity—Laxmikanth
2.Economy—Ramesh Singh
3. Geography—GC Leong, Majid Hussain
4. History—Bipan Chandra etc.

WBCSMadeEasy: What should be the strategy for cracking this exam?What message you want to give to all aspirants?

Ms. Puja Debnath: #My strategy is very simple..
*Courage
*Determination
*Hard Work
*Confidence
*Perseverance
** Plan properly?Execute the plan religiously.

WBCSMadeEasy: Anything else u want to share?

Ms. Puja Debnath: My achievement is dedicated to all the “Kanyashrees”.
*To me securing a top rank(Rank 8th) in Civil Services is “Not the End in Itself”, rather it’s a “Means to an End” ie to leave a positive impacton the lives of many in need.

WBCSMadeEasy: Was it ur 1st attempt? If not what about previous ones? You are from which batch and what was your rank in WBCS Exam (Plz don’t mind)?

Ms. Puja Debnath: This was my 3rd attempt.
WBCS 2016- Rank-8 (#Rank-1 among the girls); WBCS Executive Service.
WBCS 2015-Rank-63; Registration and Stamp Revenue Service.
WBCS 2014- Revenue Officer at Irrigation & Waterways Department.

WBCSMadeEasy: Do you suggest anything on changed pattern of WBCS Exam like how to choose optional subject, how to study for main exam now , what should be the strategy etc.?

Ms. Puja Debnath: On the changed pattern of syllabus, one should prepare for Preliminary, Mains and Interview in a holistic manner. Each stage is interrelated to the next stage and a coherent preparation will be helpful in that scenario.

Thank you…..

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