Overview
AAGAAZ is MaargX UPSC's 75-day Stimulator Action Plan for UPSC Mains, covering General Studies, Essay and Sociology. It runs as two tracks: the GS & Essay Stimulator with 16 tests, and the Sociology Stimulator with 10 tests.
Every candidate gets a personalised, mentor-made strategy and a detailed date-wise schedule, so the tests fit the candidate's own availability.
Plan at a glance
| Detail | GS & Essay Stimulator | Sociology Stimulator |
|---|---|---|
| Total tests | 16 | 10 |
| Composition | 12 GS tests and 4 Essay tests | 6 sectional tests and 4 full-length tests |
| Targeted mocks | Includes 4 Exam Hall Condition Mocks | Comprehensive Paper 1 and Paper 2 mocks |
| Mode | Online and offline | Online and offline |
| Price | Standard structure | ₹7,000 |
| Validity | Till the Mains exam of the current calendar year | Till the Mains exam of the current calendar year |
What makes the plan different
- Personalised strategy: date-wise micro-schedules developed with mentors for every candidate.
- The 'Examable' approach: a precision focus that limits learning strictly to examination needs, without academic bloat.
- Absolute flexibility: personalised test rescheduling, validity till the Mains exam of the current calendar year, and seamless online and offline availability.
Related courses and resources
For a longer plan, see the GS Mains Test Series (6 Months). For personal guidance, see the GS Mains Mentorship, and for a full-length optional plan the Sociology Optional Test Series.
GS & Essay Plan
Sociology Plan
The Sociology Stimulator has 10 tests: 6 sectional tests that dive deep into themes across Papers 1 and 2, and 4 full-length tests that simulate the real exam. The price is ₹7,000, and the validity runs till the Mains exam of the calendar year.
| Test | Focus | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Test 1 | Paper 1 base | Unit 1: Sociology, The Discipline. Unit 2: Sociology as Science. Unit 3: Research Methods and Analysis. |
| Test 2 | Paper 1 and 2 integration | Paper 1 Unit 7 (Politics and Society) and Unit 8 (Religion and Society), linked to Paper 2 C4 (Politics and Society), C5 (Social Movements) and B6 (Religion and Society). |
| Test 3 | Paper 2 deep dive | A1 and A2: Perspectives on the Study of Indian Society, Impact of Colonial Rule. B1 to B4: Rural and Agrarian Structure, Caste System, Tribal Communities, Social Classes. |
| Test 4 | Paper 1 core theory | Unit 4: Sociological Thinkers. Unit 5: Stratification and Mobility. Unit 6: Works and Economic Life. |
| Test 5 | Paper 1 and 2 integration | Paper 1 Unit 9 (System of Kinship) and Unit 10 (Social Change in Modern Society), linked to Paper 2 B5 (System of Kinship in India) and C1 (Visions of Social Change in India). |
| Test 6 | Paper 2 dynamics | C2: Rural and Agrarian Transformation. C3: Industrialization and Urbanisation. C6: Population Dynamics. C7: Challenges of Social Transformation. |
| Tests 7 to 10 | Final mocks | Four full-length tests: Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 1 and Paper 2. Dates are customised on the strategic guidance of the mentor or faculty. |
Plans Compared
The two Stimulators differ in size and design: the GS & Essay Stimulator has 16 tests and the Sociology Stimulator has 10.
| Feature | GS & Essay Stimulator | Sociology Stimulator |
|---|---|---|
| Total tests | 16 tests | 10 tests |
| Composition | 12 GS and 4 Essay | 6 sectional and 4 full-length |
| Targeted mocks | Includes 4 Exam Hall Condition Mocks | Comprehensive Paper 1 and 2 mocks |
| Mode | Online and offline | Online and offline |
| Pricing | Standard structure | ₹7,000 |
In the GS & Essay Stimulator, the 12 GS tests are Tests 1 to 4, 6 to 9 and 11 to 14, and the 4 Essay tests are Tests 5, 10, 15 and 16.
Mentorship
The Mentorship Engine is a four-step loop: plan with a mentor, take the test, get topic-wise micro-mentoring, then review it with the faculty in a peer session.
- Step 1, Strategic planning: a mentor-guided, customised schedule is created before the first test.
- Step 2, Execution: the candidate attempts the customised Stimulator test.
- Step 3, Micro-mentoring: topic-wise handholding and help with in-depth analysis and note-making, based on MaargX's unique 5 I approach.
- Step 4, P2P sessions: personalised weekly peer-to-peer mentoring sessions with the faculty after each test.
Flexibility & Validity
Each candidate receives guidance from a mentor to build a personalised strategy that fits their individual needs and availability. A detailed, date-wise schedule is provided afterwards.
- Personalised test rescheduling: test dates are customised on the mentor's strategic guidance, so the plan can move with the candidate.
- Extended validity: the course stays valid till the Mains exam of the current calendar year.
- Online and offline: both Stimulators are available in either mode.
- Precision focus: the Examable approach keeps the whole learning paradigm strictly to what the examination needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AAGAAZ?
AAGAAZ is MaargX UPSC's 75-day Stimulator Action Plan for UPSC Mains. It covers General Studies, Essay and Sociology, with a personalised, mentor-made schedule for every candidate.
How many tests are in the GS & Essay Stimulator?
There are 16 tests: 12 General Studies tests and 4 Essay tests. The GS tests are Tests 1 to 4, 6 to 9 and 11 to 14, and the Essay tests are Tests 5, 10, 15 and 16.
What are the Exam Hall Condition Mocks?
They are the four full-length mock tests in Phase 3 (Tests 11 to 14). GS I and GS II are conducted back-to-back in one day, and GS III and GS IV are conducted back-to-back on another day, to build exam-day stamina.
What happens in the final week?
Tests 15 and 16 are Stimulator Essay drills, administered in the final week before the real exams.
What does the Sociology Stimulator include?
It has 10 tests: 6 sectional tests that cover Papers 1 and 2 through themes and integration tests, and 4 full-length tests (two for each paper). It is priced at ₹7,000.
Who decides the test dates?
The dates are customised on the strategic guidance of the mentor. Each candidate gets a personalised strategy and a detailed date-wise schedule, and tests can be rescheduled.
How long is the course valid?
The course validity is extended till the Mains exam of the current calendar year.
Is the plan available online and offline?
Yes. Both the GS & Essay Stimulator and the Sociology Stimulator are available online and offline.
How does mentoring work in this plan?
The Mentorship Engine has four steps: strategic planning with a mentor, executing the customised test, topic-wise micro-mentoring based on the 5 I approach, and weekly peer-to-peer sessions with the faculty after each test.
How can I join the 75-day AAGAAZ plan?
Use the Explore Course / Enroll Now button at the top of this page, or call MaargX UPSC on +91-7877885089 or write to contact@maargxupsc.com.
