Day 1 to One Day | Naveen Kumar Chandra

About the book

Day 1 to One Day is the essential, comprehensive guide designed to help you master the final and most defining stage of the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE)—the Personality Test. More than a mere assessment of knowledge, the Interview is an opportunity to showcase your personality, clarity of thought, and commitment to serving the nation.

This book provides a step-by-step roadmap for aspirants at all stages, integrating interview preparation with your Prelims and Mains study from the very beginning. You will learn how to strategically fill your Detailed Application Form (DAF), which acts as the foundation of your interview and defines your personal narrative.

Inside, you will find practical strategies, sample questions with high-scoring model answers, mind maps, and checklists to ensure full readiness. The content systematically guides you through tackling personal, current affairs, situational, and tricky questions, helping you showcase decision-making and ethical judgment.

The core approach is simple: blend thorough preparation with authenticity. The book teaches you how to present your true self while aligning your experiences with the qualities of a future civil servant—leadership, empathy, and ethical judgment. Discover how to build the confidence and resilience required  to excel.

The UPSC Interview is your stage—trust in your preparation, start today, and step onto it with confidence to let your potential shine.