Forum IAS - Can the Pomodoro Technique Help With UPSC Time Management
                     Can the 
Pomodoro 
Technique Help 
With UPSC Time 
Management?
Do you need assistance with time management while you prepare for the 
UPSC Civil Services Exam? We all know how difficult it can be for a UPSC applicant to 
cover all of the topics and guarantee that they have thoroughly reviewed the complete 
syllabus ahead of time. Apart from that, taking breaks for enjoyment and other key 
activities is necessary to break up the monotony of having to read all of the study 
materials. While an applicant should give all activities equal weight, he or she should also 
maintain track of time and ensure that everything is done according to schedule.
Because not everyone can study for 16-18 hours a day, increasing productivity is the key 
to success. But what if you build a to-do list and find yourself unable to complete all of the 
tasks? Why do they fail while having a plan? It's counter-productive to keep doing the 
same thing for hours on end. As a result, we give to you the Pomodoro Technique, which 
may be of assistance!
Forum IAS - How does the Pomodoro Technique work, and what is it?
The Pomodoro technique is a time management strategy that allows you to focus on your 
job without being distracted and take regular pauses. Francesco Cirillo, an Italian novelist, 
and entrepreneur, devised the approach. 
The Pomodoro technique was named after its creator, who employed a tomato-shaped 
timer while working in college (Pomodoro is the Italian word for Tomato).
The Pomodoro Technique generally simplifies things by dividing work into smaller chunks 
of time, typically 25 minutes each (which are called Pomodoro). After each section of work 
has been completed, there are breaks. 
It allows you to work quicker and more attentively. While working hard for 25 minutes, one 
has breaks that function as productivity boosters.
Forum IAS - What Should You Do If There Are Any Disturbances During 
a Pomodoro?
It's vital to remember that a Pomodoro can't be divided, which means you can't 
stop working until the timer goes off. If a coworker interrupts or an emergency 
arises, the timer must be stopped or the person must work until the Pomodoro is 
completed. 
If you are interrupted, tell the person who is distracting you that you are in the 
middle of your job and ask if you may return to them later. 
Decide on a time when the two of you will be able to catch up. 
Let them know when the Pomodoro is over and you have free time to chat with 
them. 
In the event of an emergency, save your work and begin a fresh Pomodoro when you return 
to work
Forum IAS - What is the significance of the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro technique is beneficial because it can help people increase their 
concentration and attention spans. It was not created for a certain sort of 
individual and may be utilized by anybody who needs to complete a task. 
While it may appear that a significant amount of time is spent on breaks, it is 
crucial to realize that monotony can be negative while performing 
concentrated tasks.
This strategy helps people stay focused while working by preventing them 
from surfing on the internet or reading their emails. 
It might be remarkable to realize how much one can accomplish in a short 
period of time. 
The approach does not have to be utilized every time one sits down to work; it may just be 
used when one wants to be the most productive.
Forum IAS - Why do you think 25 Pomodoro Minutes is the best 
time?
1. The purpose of a Pomodoro timer is to force procrastinators to get to work, and a 25-
minute time period is great for them because they may not want to start working 
at all.
2. 25 minutes isn't too long to cause procrastination, but it's also not too short 
to prevent one from completing some of the duties at hand.
3. People tend to work quickly when they know they have to finish the activity 
before the timer goes off.
4. 25 minutes can help you arrange your day better because two Pomodoro 
can be completed in under an hour with no effort.
5. They are inspired to begin working even if multiple Pomodoro are required to 
complete a task since they know they can take a break after only 25 minutes.
Forum IAS - Conclusion
While the Pomodoro approach has shown to be beneficial to many people, it 
must be acknowledged that it is not appropriate for everyone. However, make 
sure you take frequent breaks and don't overwork yourself by working for long 
periods of time. 
At the end of the day, it's all about focusing on what you need to accomplish 
while simultaneously doing what you want to do.
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