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UPSC Prelims Programme
Prepare specifically for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination through General Studies Paper I, qualifying CSAT Paper II, current affairs, previous-year questions, objective test practice and systematic revision. This is a Prelims-only programme; Mains answer-writing preparation is separate.
GS Paper IObjective syllabus
CSAT Paper IIQualifying aptitude
UPSC PYQsTrend analysis
Current AffairsPrelims focused
RevisionTopic-wise practice
MCQ TestsPerformance review
MODE
MEDIUMEnglish
STATUSAdmission Open
INSPIRING TO ASPIREFocused preparation. Clear direction.
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UNDERSTANDING THE EXAMINATION
About the Union Public Service Commission Civil Services Examination
The UPSC Preliminary Examination consists of two objective papers of 200 marks each: General Studies Paper I and qualifying General Studies Paper II (CSAT). CSAT requires at least 33% marks; both papers must be attempted.
Read more about the examination
Focus on Prelims syllabus coverage, conceptual accuracy, question-solving ability, disciplined revision and test analysis.
UPSC aspirants who are specifically preparing for the objective Preliminary Examination, including candidates needing GS revision and qualifying CSAT practice.
Read the applicable official UPSC notification and syllabus ↗
THE ACADEMIC ROADMAP
What Are We Covering in This Programme?
Explore each stage of your preparation and the subjects you will study.
1General Studies Paper I
Cover the UPSC objective Prelims GS I syllabus and practise concept-based and application questions.
- Current events of national and international importance; Indian history and national movement; Indian and world geography; polity and governance; economic and social development; ecology, biodiversity, climate change; general science
2CSAT: General Studies Paper II
Practise the qualifying CSAT paper, requiring a minimum 33% score; both Preliminary papers must be attempted.
- Reading comprehension; interpersonal and communication skills; logical reasoning and analytical ability; decision making; general mental ability; basic numeracy; data interpretation
3PYQs, Tests and Revision
Convert Prelims syllabus coverage into objective exam performance through practice and review.
- UPSC Prelims GS I and CSAT PYQs; topic-wise and sectional MCQs; full-length mock tests; accuracy and time analysis; revision and error tracking
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
Key Offerings & Benefits
Find the learning format that works for you.
| Programme Features | Classroom / Offline | LIVE Online | Recorded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims General Studies Paper I | — | — | — |
| Qualifying CSAT Paper II | — | — | — |
| UPSC previous-year questions | — | — | — |
| Prelims current affairs | — | — | — |
| MCQ and mock-test practice | — | — | — |
| Revision and performance analysis | — | — | — |
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ACADEMIC RESOURCES
Study Materials & Current Affairs Magazines
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Explore our books, notes and current affairs magazines.
MEET THE EDUCATORS
Meet Our Faculty
Learn from experienced educators and subject specialists.
Economics
R. Srinivash
7+ Years Experience
Geography, Society
Sujata Sethi
7+ Years Experience
Current Affairs, Technology
Dr. Stutee
6+ Years Experience
History
Prabhakar Jha
9+ Years Experience
Odia
Dr. B. K. Sahoo
28+ Years Experience
Geography, Env & Eco
Kanhiya Jha
10+ Years Experience
Polity, Political Science & IR
Sankar Ray
10+ Years Experience
History
Dr. A Nanda
30+ Years Experience
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EXPERIENCE OUR TEACHING
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Frequently Asked Questions & Free Counselling
Can I join only the Prelims Test Series?
The Prelims page distinguishes the Test Series from the Comprehensive Prelims Programme.
Does this programme cover Mains?
This page focuses on Prelims preparation. For integrated preparation see GS Foundation; for descriptive preparation see Mains.
What are the course fees?
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What are Mode and Medium?
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