A goal without proper planning remains a mere dream. This is also true in the case of civil services. The Civil Service Exam, being the toughest exam in the country, requires more than just preparation. It requires what is called ‘strategy plus preparation’. A good strategy draws a thin line of separation between aspirants and smart aspirants. The latter becomes more productive with guided inputs. In Association with Reliable Academy Sahyog Pratisthan conducted a seminar for aspirants who are confused about how to start preparations for the UPSC. The Seminar conducted by Mr Gajanand Gaikwad covered brief information about UPSC & MPSC exam and its aspects.