CSS Times

1. Disclaimer: If you expect this post to be something like a pep-talk telling you very sternly that “you need to prepare for 10 hours daily for 10 months to ace CSS exams”, you’ll be disappointed. I don’t function that way, have never been that consistent, and cannot sound all scholarly and noble just for the sake of it. If you want me to tell you exactly how to excel in the exams – given that I topped my province and scored 6th position overall in Pakistan – let me assure you it was never my plan. It’s more of Almighty’s doing than my own, so cannot flutter about that. Also, if you’re not a fan of reading long posts, well, you might like to use that cross button on the top-right corner of your screen right now!

If you’re still with me, I need to make a point that it’s very important to realise that whatever I say here is solely, only my personal experience and thoughts. This is not a standard guide on the CSS examinations – I am neither a teacher nor an examiner. I’m only doing this for all the people who specifically have asked me to share my thoughts on it. My preparation was all over the place, it didn’t follow well-defined sources, or specific books or a proper routine. I did what I felt was working for me, you should do the same. Even the many recommendations I make in my post here aren’t infallible or necessary – they are only things I retrospectively think can benefit you. Some of you might disagree with things I list here, some might have better ideas, and some may find my way quite impractical and impulsive. Also, what more learned, experienced people might have told you could be in contrast to what I say here, so take all my ramblings with a pinch (or pitcher) of salt. Do your own thing, make your own moves and grooves – and shine for who you really are!