How did Shan Mohan Sagili prepare for IAS while studying in IIM Ahmedabad?

The first year at IIM Ahmedabad is loaded with hectic coursework. The second-year coursework is relatively lighter. Hence, with proper time management, it is possible to make time for other activities.

Listed below is a detailed preparation study plan of Shan Mohan Sagili:

• He arranged proper material for the preparation.
• He prepared a timetable to cover all the topics and followed them daily.
• Rather than studying for fixed hours daily, he set a target for each day to complete.
• Enjoying what one does is very important and, he enjoyed the preparation. He could connect with the subjects.
• Designing a study plan according to one’s ability and sticking to it is essential and, he did it.
• He was focused on cracking the exam and did not engage much in fun activities in the institute.
• Being able to multi-task is a great skill that he possesses and therefore excelled in any activity that he was a part of.

His first attempt was not a trial. He aimed for success at the first attempt itself. To entertain himself, he watched movies to relieve the stress.