With November and December marking a critical restart phase for UPSC preparation, aspirants often face a daunting question: how should they set the pace for Prelims and ensure a smooth Mains transition by following a rule-based, exam-focused system built around high-priority microthemes?

Shikhar Sachan , a UPSC educator and mentor with more than ten years of experience, speaks to Manas Srivastava of The Indian Express for Expert Talk series of UPSC Essentials, answering key questions that every aspirant must reflect on to make the coming months highly productive for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026.

Q. With November-December being a key restart months for UPSC prep, how should aspirants prioritise the UPSC syllabus between static subjects, current affairs, and optional subjects in the remain

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