2015 Aspirants. Report here !
 

[B]Every aspirant of the forthcoming exam might have been endeavoring immensely to make his/her mark this time. Some would be appearing for the first time and others would have their 2nd or 3rd attempt. I'm included in the former. Kindly let us know your optional subjects and what strategy are you opting for the most formidable subject 'essay' ?[/B]

[COLOR="Purple"][B]It is my first attempt... for essay writing and current affairs paper I'm too much worried :( just reading news paper .. please share what type of strategy you are adopting to tackle with these two subjects .. and my optional are:
[COLOR="Magenta"]Business Administration
Psychology
Persian
& Punjabi[/COLOR][/B][/COLOR]

[COLOR="Blue"]i am a new aspirant and would appear for the first time in it,
my optional subjects are
1 political science (200)
2 international relations
3 Islamic history and culture (200)
4 urdu[/COLOR]

appearing first time. optionals are
economics
indo pak history
urdu

[QUOTE=Alwayswajid;762709][COLOR="Blue"]i am a new aspirant and would appear for the first time in it,
my optional subjects are
1 political science (200)
2 international relations
3 Islamic history and culture (200)
4 urdu[/COLOR][/QUOTE]

urdu k 200 marks dear



fresh student...waiting for msc economics result..
first time to appear in css,,,,,worrying..
optional paper is
economics 200marks
statistics 100
forestry 100
history of pakistan and india 200

i'm new aspirant and this is my first attempt, besides excitement i'm also worried about many things...
But my strategy to counter it, is to work hard and leave upon ALLAH....
MY Optional Subjects are:
I.R
Sociology
European History
Punjabi
Forestry

My optional subjects are the same as they were in CE-2014.

Political Science
Economics
Indo-Pak History


I am committed to my optional subjects whatever the outcome is. After all I know that I wont regret after taking a bold stance and difficult combination. One has to cross the hurdle of insecurity in order to win. I like challenges in my life.

[QUOTE=Diplomatic;762755]My optional subjects are the same as they were in CE-2014.

Political Science
Economics
Indo-Pak History


I am committed to my optional subjects whatever the outcome is. After all I know that I wont regret after taking a bold stance and difficult combination. One has to cross the hurdle of insecurity in order to win. I like challenges in my life.[/QUOTE]

Dear very tough, lengthy, and low scoring subjects. Two single subjects replace with indopak

[QUOTE=maria25;762706][COLOR=Purple][B]It is my first attempt... for essay writing and current affairs paper I'm too much worried :( just reading news paper .. please share what type of strategy you are adopting to tackle with these two subjects .. and my optional are:
[COLOR=Magenta]Business Administration
Psychology
Persian
& Punjabi[/COLOR][/B][/COLOR][/QUOTE]

Good Combination. study through books,newspapers, and internet.

[QUOTE=sincer khan;762759]Dear very tough, lengthy, and low scoring subjects. Two single subjects replace with indopak[/QUOTE]
I dont have any difficulty with Indo-Pak History. It greatly helped me in Pak Affairs. I treated Indo-Pak and Pak Affairs as one subject while preparing for CE-2014. I have alot of interest in Political Science. And as far as Economics is concerned, it is the back bone of my Educational Qualification. I have consulted at least 3 to 4 books plus notes from various sources for every optional.

OK As You Wish. If You think that You Can then its Good
Best of Luck for Your Future :bow

Optionals
 

Its my first attempt .My optionals are
Islamic History and Culture
Psychology
Punjabi
International Law

[QUOTE=maria25;762706][COLOR="Purple"][B]It is my first attempt... for essay writing and current affairs paper I'm too much worried :( just reading news paper .. please share what type of strategy you are adopting to tackle with these two subjects .. and my optional are:
[COLOR="Magenta"]Business Administration
Psychology
Persian
& Punjabi[/COLOR][/B][/COLOR][/QUOTE]

[B]Keep practising. Never put yourself in swamps. You will make your mark if you sustain your commitment and determination. As far as english essay is concerned, it needs more writing and more reading. The more you read the more you write. Keep practising once or twice in a week and get it checked by a senior teacher. you can also post your writings here so you will be guided promptly. Keep you morale high :)[/B]

Hello Mr. Sikandar. Kindly share your strategy for the preparation of Current Affairs paper. How do you read and what do you read pertaining to Current Affairs?
Regards:

[QUOTE=hafiz mubashar;762887]Hello Mr. Sikandar. Kindly share your strategy for the preparation of Current Affairs paper. How do you read and what do you read pertaining to Current Affairs?
Regards:[/QUOTE]

I have jot down the topics which i have to prepare. As the days glide by, Smart working is needed instead of hardworking.

1.Pakistan's relations with its neighbors, super powers and middle east countries
2. International issues (Palestine, Kashmir, Terrorism, US sanctions)
3. Internal Problems (energy crises, inflation, education, unemployment, utilization of resources, development of economic sectors)
4. International Organisation (UN, SAARC, OIC, BRICS, EU)
5. Other issues (China relations with US and India, its emerging economy and a challenge to the west, Human development, poverty, economic potential in Central asia)

These are the topics which i am covering.

going to appear first time IA
 

optionals are
psychology
geography
public add
punjabi
kindly comment

[QUOTE=sabeera;762913]optionals are
psychology
geography
public add
punjabi
kindly comment[/QUOTE]

A very good and scoring combination:). Go ahead and prepare well. Best wishes!

[QUOTE=sabeera;762913]optionals are
psychology
geography
public add
punjabi
kindly comment[/QUOTE]

[B]All the optionals you opted are scoring. As far as geography is concerned, it is bit technical and needs some kind of academic background. If you are content with this subject, it would fetch good marks. Good luck to you ![/B]

[QUOTE=sikander kalhoro;762926][B]All the optionals you opted are scoring. As far as geography is concerned, it is bit technical and needs some kind of academic background. If you are content with this subject, it would fetch good marks. Good luck to you ![/B][/QUOTE]
yes i have science background, plus interest too in geog, and already covered syllabus once of it for pms,
public add is confusing for me

[QUOTE=sabeera;762930]yes i have science background, plus interest too in geog, and already covered syllabus once of it for pms,
public add is confusing for me[/QUOTE]

Public administration is both scoring and quite easy, questions are always predictable. Ponder over the past papers and jot down the repeated questions. You can cover it in 20 days with 3hrs daily.

a dedicated and motivated aspirant for CE-2015. This would be my last attempt so burning mid night oil to accomplish my goal.

First attempt optionals are
Geography
Psychology
International law
And confused between p ad and journalism

[QUOTE=N is best;762952]a dedicated and motivated aspirant for CE-2015. This would be my last attempt so burning mid night oil to accomplish my goal.[/QUOTE]

[B]All the very best to you. INSHA'ALLAH, if ALLAH wills, you would make your mark this time. [/B]

Which one would be bettervp ad at journalism according to scoring trend

[QUOTE=habibaa;762961]Which one would be bettervp ad at journalism according to scoring trend[/QUOTE]

Public Administration :)

As Journalism and Public Ad are considered equal in score-fetching, your confusion is obvious. But if we decide according to the 2014 papers, i would go for Public Ad. Syllabus is specific and short. You can fetch good marks. But if you have studied Journalism before and have a command over analysis, then you may go for Journalism.
A good strategy is to see 2014 papers of both, ask yourself that whether you can attempt former or the latter in a better way.

How to prepare p ad? Books strategy etc

I havent studied either of them but I think journalism can be hard againlike this year thats why I am confused

[QUOTE=habibaa;762966]How to prepare p ad? Books strategy etc[/QUOTE]

Consult Dr Sultan Khan's Public Administration. If needed, also read Personnel Administration also. For MCQ's, buy Jahangir's or Emporium's MCQ's booklet
For preparation, download the Study Plan from [url]http://www.cssforum.com.pk/css-optional-subjects/group/public-administration/40909-study-plan-public-administration.html[/url]

Css 2015 is my first attempt. My optional subjects are
1.Psychology
2.IHC
3.Geography
Essay is a tough nut to crack but frankly speaking ek topic women related zaroor aye ga. For that my work on women related essays.
Women role in:-
1.Politics 2. Nation Development 3. Social 4. Conflict resolution 5. Poverty Alleviation 6. Building Peace 7. Legislation and Governance

I am looking to do full length tests in Lahore. My optionals are Islamic History, Philosophy, Public Ad. Please recommend.

[QUOTE=envision;762833]Its my first attempt .My optionals are
Islamic History and Culture
Psychology
Punjabi
International Law[/QUOTE]
My optionals are same but instead of punjabi i have opted for pashto

iam appearing first time my optionals are
muslim history
psychology
journalism
sindhi

[B]Attempting for the first time. My optional subjects are

British History
Geography
International Law
Punjabi[/B]

[QUOTE=ZeeZaman;763866][B]Attempting for the first time. My optional subjects are

British History
Geography
International Law
Punjabi[/B][/QUOTE]

Good Combination...dear
British History is somewhat lengthy but no worry. The exam demands you extensive study. Fulfil the demand and win laurels. Best wishes!:vic

Appearing for the first time. Initially I was thinking about appearing in 2016. But as per parents wish I'm going to attempt this upcoming year. I know I have short time but I think I can do it. But I'm having a little problem with finalizing my optionals. So I'm open for suggestions from seniors.
Psychology
Public Administration
Journalism
Sociology
International Law/Sindhi (this is where i need a little help)

I don't have enough time. And have to go through a lot of books so I am looking for a subject I can cover in short time. I like International law subject and I think it will definitely help in my other subjects including Current Affairs and Essay. But I'm not sure if this subject can be covered in short time.. well, if it can be then guide me in this regard.. I am not much interested in Sindhi subject even though it's high scoring so please help me out in here.. thanks

And about your Essay preparation question:
In first few days I'm going to work upon techniques of better writing. Then I'll proceed towards making a probable list of topics/areas where I should be focusing. Then after reading and collecting data (as fast as i can) I'll move towards daily attempting essays on those topics (I won't select topic on my own, my friends will.. so I won't know what topic I am going to get). At first I am going to give myself 2 and half hours for completing essay and then I will try it to complete it within 2 hours so that in exam I won't have time management issues which I often face. As far as source of reading is concerned I will refer to Newspapers, JWT, and contemporary affairs book (for background for some evergreen topics).

My Optionals are:

1. Political Science
2. Indo-Pak History
3. Economics

First attempt. Optionals are
1. Psychology
2. British History
3. Mercantile Law
4. International Law

2nd attempt..
optional subjects are: Psychology, Islamic History and Culture, Forestry, Sindhi..

Essay strategy: reading newspapers, articles, periodicals and magazines.
list of topics...work on outline and introduction.:))

First attempt
Economics
Geography
Indo-Pak History

It's my first attempt ... just graduated as a mechanical engineer and its been a week since i started my prep...
I am going for:
Public Admin
Sociology
Journalism
International Law
Islamic History & Culture

[QUOTE=UsamaWahhed;764804]It's my first attempt ... just graduated as a mechanical engineer and its been a week since i started my prep...
I am going for:
Public Admin
Sociology
Journalism
International Law
Islamic History & Culture[/QUOTE]

Good Selection regarding optionals. Now prepare well and get success.:bow