IFSCA Grade A Study Plan 2025 for 30 Days, Master Plan

Today is 5th September 2025. As per the notification, the Phase 1 exam will be conducted on 11th October 2025. That means you have only 36 days to prepare for every topic from the syllabus. IFSCA Grade A aspirants, especially those who haven’t prepared well, fear the short time left. But fear is useless if you have a proper plan. Though 30 days are not enough to fetch a good score, a focused, simple, and disciplined study plan can help you achieve it. But this plan must be free from distractions. It requires only action. That’s why the IFSCA Grade A 30-day master plan is here for you. It will guide you to cover all important topics, to revise smartly, and still score well. Follow it, cover all important topics, and improve 10x.

Is it possible to prepare the IFSCA Grade A Phase 1 in 30 days?

Yes. But you must have a realistic approach. You cannot study everything. You must study only what matters most. You need to divide the next 30 days into study, revision, and mock tests. Pay heed to the basics of Paper 1 (of English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and GA). Then, give maximum attention to Paper 2, that is Finance, Management, Accounts, Economics, and Companies Act. Prioritize important topics like capital markets, RBI/SEBI functions, micro and macroeconomics, accounting principles, and recent financial sector news. Revise every week. And take at least 6 to 8 mocks before the exam.

30-Day Study Plan for IFSCA Grade A Phase 1 Exam

You have limited time. So you must have a short, sharp, and practical study plan. You should study 8 hours daily. 4 hours for Paper 1 and 4 hours for Paper 2. It can be done by starting with fundamentals, then switching to practice. Keep Sundays for revision and take a mock test every 5th day. The plan below gives you a well-structured 30-day plan that can help you achieve all these goals. Follow it rigorously and make adjustments only if it is required. But never skip revision or mock tests. Let’s get going!

How to Prepare for IFSCA Grade B Phase 1 in the Last 30 Days?

Again, only 36 days are left for the Phase 1 exam. Now, every single day has become very important. So, you cannot afford to waste even a single hour. This phase (phase 1)  is called the silent eliminator. It removes 99% of candidates. That’s why you need to be focused with a clear and dedicated preparation strategy. Many aspirants make the mistake of rushing at the last minute and fail. 

Don’t repeat that. How, you may well ask!

Here’s what you simply need to do to make the most of the 30 days study plan:

Don’t divert from the study plan

You made the plan. Now follow it strictly. Small changes are fine, but avoid random shifts. Fix daily time blocks, and respect them. Keep study material simple and organised. Use one notebook for notes, one file for PDFs.

Mark three things to finish each day. At night, tick them off. This will create momentum. And, momentum beats long study hours without having any direction.

Plus, do not be disheartened if you miss one day. Change tomorrow’s plan. But never abandon the structure.

The plan is your map and you just have to follow it.

Break your short-term goals down into tiny pieces while revising

Big targets can scare you from achieving many short goals. When you achieve small targets, it pushes you forward. So, you should divide every subject into tiny tasks.

For example, instead of revising many topics of quantitative aptitudes, you can “solve 20 questions on DI. Similarly, instead of covering all the “ GA topics”, you should “revise last month’s PIB highlights”.

You need to set daily tasks that you can actually achieve. You must celebrate even the smallest of your wins. Even a tick mark matters. It will uplift your confidence. On the other hand, realistic goals reduce stress. They keep you consistent.

Do not overcommit. If you are slow one day, cut the load, not the habit. Slow progress every day beats one big push and then burnout.

Pay attention to your weaknesses smartly

Find the topics that break your score. Be honest. Spend extra time on them. But do it smartly. Mix short study blocks on weak topics with plenty of practice.

For example, learn one trick, then solve 10 matched questions. Repeat it until accuracy improves. If a topic still confuses you, ask for help. Get guidance from a teacher, a peer, or a good video lecture.

Do not keep repeating wrong methods. Correct your approach early. Don’t forget, Small sessions with full attention are far, far better than long, confused hours.

Plus, monitor improvement every week.

Never say no to daily revision or practice 

Practice is non-negotiable. You should solve questions every day. Your practice must include mixed speed drills with accuracy sets. The practice should also include previous year papers and sectional tests. After practice, mark your mistakes.

Then revise those topics fast. Revision must be scheduled. So, every week, revisit what you learned ten days earlier. This will prevent forgetting. Short, frequent revisions will solidify facts in your memory. Atleast, until the exam day.

Don’t cram at the last minute. Cramming gives false confidence. Practice with time pressure and exam pattern. This habit will add speed and accuracy to your skills.

Take mock tests with a purpose

Mock tests are not just tests. They are feedback engines that tell you how you can improve. So, whenever you take a mock test, analyse it the same day. Note down the weak topics, the time you lost per section, and the common mistakes that you committed.

Work on the top three issues only. Do not repeat the same mock test without first eliminating the mistakes. Also, simulate exam conditions. Sit without a phone and time yourself strictly.

Do one full mock test every fifth day. Between mock tests, do topic-wise practice to fix the gaps. Mock tests will surely sharpen your time management skills. They will reveal where the marks are leaking.

Eliminate disturbances with a proper study zone

Distractions kill focus. So, you should stay away from all the distractions. You need to decide on a study corner. A place where there is peace and perfect conditions for preparation. Keep your phone on silent or in another room while studying. If your phone distracts you the most, you can use website blockers. Tell your family your study hours, as even small interruptions add up.

A 5-minute check of the phone becomes 30 lost minutes. So, study in short, focused slots with breaks. When you study, study fully. When you rest, rest fully. Quality study hours matter more than substandard study hours.

So, protect your prime study time in the day. That time should be non-negotiable. You must defend it like an exam slot.

Revise current affairs weekly (keep it short)

Current affairs can yield you maximum marks. Make one weekly file for important news. Use monthly PIB summaries, RBI circulars, and finance news. Learn headlines, dates, and one-line facts. Don’t memorize long stories.

Remember one-liners and quiz yourself every weekend. Practice 20 GA questions each day as a warm-up. Here also, short daily practice will beat long cramming on the weekend.

In the last 10 days, switch to quick revision sheets only. This will keep facts fresh. Accuracy in GA is often the difference between clearing and missing the cut-off.

Don’t waste hours on one question

Time is limited. If a question blocks you for more than a minute, leave it. So, attempt easier questions first. Mark tough ones for review. Many aspirants lose marks by overthinking one item. You can gain more marks by finishing simpler ones.

Set a per-question time guide before the exam. Practice leaving and returning. This reduces stress. Remember, every question carries equal marks. Smart skipping earns you more attempted answers.

In short, use elimination first, then guess if necessary. But avoid sinking time on a single trap.

Take short breaks, recharge often

Long hours without breaks reduce output. Study in 50–60 minute blocks. Take 7 to 10-minute breaks. Walk. Stretch. Drink water. Short breaks reset your focus. Use them for light chores, not social media.

In longer sessions, take a 30-minute break after three hours. Sleep matters more than extra study. A fresh mind solves better. Use breaks to relax, not to check news feeds.

The goal is to return sharper. Consistent short rests raise daily productivity dramatically.

Be confident & trust your preparation

Confidence is a practice. You boost your confidence with small wins. Each completed task adds to it. When doubts come, check the work you have done. You have prepared more than you think. Avoid negative talk.

Talk to the peers who spread positivity and remind yourself of past successes. On exam day, breathe, read carefully, and give responses (answers) calmly. Confidence reduces silly mistakes. It keeps you steady under pressure.

Remember, the exam tests your performance on that day. Your preparation will show. Believe in it, and act accordingly.

Invest more time in important topics

Not all topics carry equal weight. So, you should find the high-weightage areas first. For Paper 1, prioritise DI, puzzles, RC, and financial GA. For Paper 2, focus on capital markets, RBI/SEBI functions, company accounts, and pensions. Spend extra time on these.

If time is short, go through previous years’ papers to find the questions that appear frequently. This will give you the maximum return on limited study time. Yes, prioritising is not avoidance. It is a smart allocation.

Play where the marks are.

Maintain a correction notebook 

Along with maintaining notes to revise before the exam, you must write every mistake in that notebook. Especially those that are costing you heavily. Note the question, your mistake, and the right way of eliminating it. Revise this book every day (for 10 minutes).

After taking each mock test, add new entries. This will act as a good learning tool for you. Repeating the same mistakes is costly. The error log forces you to face weak points.

With time, you will see patterns and fix them. It is a simple and highly effective practice that all the toppers use.

Why PFRDA Grade A Aspirants Can Also Prepare for This Exam

Many aspirants preparing for the PFRDA Grade A might worry about the results. They might think about what will happen if they don’t clear it. Especially, now that the exam will take place tomorrow and there is little time to revise, except for going through last-minute tips. But remember, if one door closes, another will surely open. 

And the good news is that the focus of the General Awareness, and even the topics related to finance of PFRDA Grade A exam overlap with the IFSCA Grade A exam. That means the PFRDA Grade A aspirants’ preparation will not wasted. 

In fact, they may already be ahead of most candidates. So, just by making small adjustments, they can attempt both the exams. As a result, their effort will doubles their chances of success. If you are one of them, start today!

Takeaway

You can clear the IFSCA Grade A Phase 1 2025, even if you start now with only 30 days left. Success is possible with the schedule given above. But the approach must be smart. Focus on time management, important topics, GA, and mock tests.

Start Phase 2 preparation side by side and quickly revise on weekdays for in-depth practice. Make short notes and revise them regularly. Stay healthy, be consistent, and don’t panic.

IFSCA wants disciplined, consistent officers. You too can be one of them with the right planning and implementation as discussed above.

So, you should believe in your abilities and start now with full focus. And yes, success will come.

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