Frequently Asked Questions
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About MaargX UPSC
What is MaargX UPSC?
MaargX UPSC is a coaching institute in Jaipur for UPSC, RAS and CAPF aspirants. It offers foundation batches, test series, mentorship, optional-subject courses and a mock interview programme, along with free Current Affairs, Study Material (Maarg Manthan) and Strategy & Guidance posts.
Where is MaargX UPSC located?
MaargX UPSC is at 2nd Floor, MLA Tower, VT Road, New Sanganer Road, Mansarovar, Jaipur (302020). You can find the address, phone number and email on the Contact Us page.
How can I contact MaargX UPSC?
You can call MaargX UPSC on +91-7877885089 or write to contact@maargxupsc.com. You can also use the enquiry form on the website, and the team will call you back to guide you.
Who are the faculty and mentors at MaargX UPSC?
The Meet Us page introduces the founder, faculty and guest mentors, including serving and former officers. Each profile shows the person's designation, so you can see who guides the courses and the mock interviews.
Where can I see the results of MaargX UPSC students?
The Our Results page lists the selections and achievements of MaargX UPSC students. Results depend on each student's own effort and preparation, so use the page to understand the journey, not as a promise.
What are Maarg Manthan and Maarg Darshan?
Maarg Manthan is our topic-by-topic knowledge base, organised as subject, macro category and micro topic. Maarg Darshan, shown in the menu as Strategy & Guidance, is our collection of strategy posts: how to approach Prelims, every Mains paper, optional subjects, the DAF and the interview, plus study methods and tips for CAPF, CDS, RAS, EPFO and UGC NET. Both are free to read.
Is the content on the website free?
Yes, our Current Affairs articles, Maarg Manthan topics, Strategy & Guidance posts and MCQ Hub are free to read and use. Courses, test series, mentorship and mock interviews are paid programmes, and each course page shows its fee.
Courses and Admissions
Which course should a beginner choose?
A beginner who wants to prepare for both Prelims and Mains usually starts with a GS Foundation Batch, which comes as a one-year, two-year and three-year plan. Choose the plan by the number of months you have before your target exam.
What is the difference between the one-year, two-year and three-year GS Foundation batches?
All three build the foundation for the Civil Services exam. They differ in duration and pace: a longer batch gives more time for each subject, for revision and for answer-writing practice. Open each course page for its fee, duration and syllabus coverage.
Does MaargX UPSC have test series?
Yes. We offer a GS Mains Test Series, a 75-day Mains plan, a Prelims Test Series for GS and CSAT, and optional test series for Sociology, Anthropology, PSIR, Philosophy and Psychology.
Which optional subjects does MaargX UPSC support?
We support Sociology with a batch, test series and mentorship, Anthropology and PSIR with test series and mentorship, and Philosophy and Psychology with test series. Each course page explains the syllabus coverage and the format.
What mentorship programmes are available?
MaargX UPSC offers GS Prelims, GS Mains and combined Prelims plus Mains mentorship, optional mentorship for Sociology, Anthropology and PSIR, CAPF Mentorship, RAS Mentorship and the EASE Essay Mentorship Program.
Does MaargX UPSC offer CAPF courses?
Yes, MaargX UPSC offers a six-month and a nine-month CAPF batch, as well as CAPF Mentorship. The courses focus on the written exam, and our CAPF strategy post explains how to prepare for the written exam and the physical tests.
Does MaargX UPSC offer RAS preparation?
Yes, we offer RAS Mentorship for personal guidance. You can also read our RAS strategy post for the plan and the Rajasthan syllabus, and use Current Affairs and the MCQ Hub for practice.
Are there subject-wise modules?
Yes. The subject-wise modules cover Polity, History, Geography, Economics, Environment, Science and Tech, International Relations, Governance and Social Justice, Society, Ethics and Internal Security. These are useful when you want to strengthen only some subjects.
Do you have a CSAT course?
Yes, the CSAT Batch plus Test Series is built for the qualifying CSAT paper, where a candidate needs at least 33 per cent marks. It helps candidates who are weak in comprehension, reasoning or basic maths.
Do you have a course for CDS, EPFO or UGC NET?
Our course list does not currently include a dedicated CDS, EPFO or UGC NET batch. Our free Strategy & Guidance posts, Current Affairs and MCQ Hub help with these exams, and you can call us to ask which course suits your target.
Where can I see the fee and duration of a course?
Every course page shows the fee and the duration at the top, next to the Explore Course or Enroll Now button. If a detail is not clear, call the team and they will explain it before you decide.
How do I enquire or enrol in a course?
Press the Explore Course or Enroll Now button on the course page, or use the enquiry form that opens on the website. You can also call +91-7877885089, and the team will guide you on batches and admission.
UPSC Civil Services (IAS)
What is the UPSC Civil Services Examination?
The UPSC Civil Services Examination is the annual exam for the IAS, IFS, IPS and other Group A and Group B central services. It has three stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination and the Personality Test, with the final rank decided on 2,025 marks.
What is the eligibility for the UPSC Civil Services exam?
A candidate must be an Indian citizen with a bachelor's degree and be at least 21 years old. The upper age limit is 32 years for general, 35 for OBC and 37 for SC and ST candidates, with 6, 9 and unlimited attempts respectively.
How many attempts are allowed for the UPSC exam?
General and EWS candidates get 6 attempts, OBC candidates get 9, and SC and ST candidates get unlimited attempts up to the age limit. Other groups, such as persons with disabilities, have separate rules in the official notice.
What is the UPSC Prelims exam pattern?
The Prelims has two papers of 200 marks each, General Studies Paper I and CSAT, with 2 hours each. A wrong answer costs one-third of the marks. CSAT is qualifying only, with a minimum of 33 per cent.
How many marks does the UPSC Mains carry?
The Mains marks that count for rank are 1,750: Essay 250, four General Studies papers of 250 each and two optional papers of 250 each. The two language papers are qualifying only.
What is the best way to start UPSC preparation?
Start by reading the syllabus and past papers, then build your base with NCERT books and a daily current affairs habit. Begin answer writing early and choose your optional subject within the first few months.
How long does UPSC preparation take?
There is no fixed duration, but most serious candidates follow a structured plan of about twelve months or more. Beginners with weak basics may need longer. A steady daily routine matters more than the number of hours in a single day.
How do I choose an optional subject for UPSC?
Choose a subject that interests you, has a clear syllabus and has good guidance and a test series. The optional carries 500 of the 1,750 Mains marks, so steady understanding is better than following a trend.
Is CSAT important for UPSC Prelims?
Yes, CSAT is compulsory but qualifying. You need at least 33 per cent in it, and the Prelims cut-off for Mains is decided on General Studies Paper I. A weak CSAT can end an attempt even after a good GS score.
How do I prepare for the UPSC interview?
Prepare your Detailed Application Form line by line, know your education, optional subject and home state, and form balanced views on current issues. A mock interview helps you practise the format before the Personality Test.
CAPF Assistant Commandant
What is the CAPF (AC) exam?
The CAPF (AC) exam is the UPSC examination for Assistant Commandants in the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB. It includes a written exam, physical tests, an interview and a medical examination.
What is the age limit for CAPF Assistant Commandant?
The age limit is 20 to 25 years on the cut-off date given in the notice, with relaxation for reserved categories. Check the exact date and relaxation in the current UPSC notice before you apply.
What is the CAPF exam pattern?
Paper I, General Ability and Intelligence, carries 250 marks in 2 hours. Paper II, General Studies, Essay and Comprehension, carries 200 marks in 3 hours. The interview carries 150 marks, so the final merit is out of 600.
What are the CAPF physical tests?
The PST and PET are held by the SSB after the written result. In 2026, men needed 16 seconds in the 100 metre run, 3 minutes 45 seconds in the 800 metre run, 3.5 metres in long jump and 4.5 metres in shot put. Women had separate standards.
Can women apply for CAPF Assistant Commandant?
Yes, women can apply for the CAPF (AC) exam. The PET has separate standards for women, and the UPSC notice states the vacancies and standards for each cycle.
Is there a CAPF course at MaargX UPSC?
Yes, we offer a six-month and a nine-month CAPF batch and CAPF Mentorship. They focus on the written exam, while our free CAPF strategy post explains how to prepare for the physical tests and the interview.
CDS
What is the CDS exam?
The CDS exam is the UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination for graduates who want to join the Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy or Officers Training Academy. It has a written exam and a five-day SSB interview.
What is the CDS exam pattern?
For IMA, INA and AFA the written exam has English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics, 100 marks each. For OTA it has English and General Knowledge only. Each paper is 2 hours, and a wrong answer costs one-third of the marks.
How many marks does the SSB carry in CDS?
The SSB interview carries 300 marks for IMA, INA and AFA and 200 marks for OTA. The final merit list adds the written marks and the SSB marks, and medical fitness is checked after that.
How many times is the CDS exam held in a year?
The CDS exam is held twice a year, CDS (I) in April and CDS (II) in September. UPSC's 2027 calendar lists the CDS (I) written exam for 11 April 2027, subject to change.
Who can apply for CDS?
Eligibility depends on the academy: a degree for IMA and OTA, an engineering degree for INA, and a degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 or an engineering degree for AFA. Age limits are listed in the notice of each cycle.
RAS (RPSC)
What is the RAS exam?
The RAS exam is the combined State and Subordinate Services exam of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission. It has a Prelims, a Mains and an interview, and it selects officers for the Rajasthan Administrative Service and other state posts.
What is the RAS exam pattern?
The Prelims has 150 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks in 3 hours. The Mains has four descriptive papers of 200 marks each. The interview carries 100 marks, and the final merit is made from Mains and interview marks.
What is the age limit for RAS?
In the 2026 cycle the age limit was 21 to 40 years, counted on 1 January 2027, with relaxation for reserved categories, women and some other groups. Read the RPSC advertisement for the exact rule.
How do I apply for RAS?
You apply through the Rajasthan SSO portal using your SSO ID, after reading the advertisement on the RPSC website. Fill the form, upload your documents, pay the fee for your category and save the confirmation.
Is Rajasthan GK important for RAS?
Yes, Rajasthan topics are important because the syllabus covers the history, art, culture, geography, economy and schemes of the state. These topics often decide who clears the Prelims cut-off.
Does MaargX UPSC help with RAS?
Yes, we offer RAS Mentorship for personal guidance. Our daily Current Affairs, MCQ Hub and the free RAS strategy post support your preparation.
EPFO
What is the UPSC EPFO exam?
The UPSC EPFO exam is the Recruitment Test that UPSC conducts for the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation to fill Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner and Enforcement Officer or Accounts Officer posts. It has a 300-mark test and a 100-mark interview.
What is the EPFO exam pattern?
The EPFO Recruitment Test has 120 multiple-choice questions of 2.5 marks each, for 300 marks, in 2 hours. A wrong answer costs one-third of the marks. The interview carries 100 marks.
What is the age limit for EPFO?
For general candidates the upper age limit is 35 years for APFC and 30 years for EO/AO. OBC candidates get 38 and 33 years, and SC and ST candidates get 40 and 35 years, with further relaxation in the notice.
Are EO/AO posts included in the 2026 recruitment?
No. The 2026 UPSC notice covered 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts only. EPFO had sent a requisition for 311 EO/AO posts, but it withdrew it, and UPSC returned the files on 8 June 2026.
UGC NET
What is the UGC NET exam?
The UGC NET is the National Eligibility Test conducted by the National Testing Agency. It decides eligibility for Assistant Professor posts, the Junior Research Fellowship and PhD admission in around 87 subjects.
What is the UGC NET exam pattern?
UGC NET is a computer-based test with two papers in one 3-hour sitting. Paper 1 has 50 questions for 100 marks and Paper 2 has 100 questions for 200 marks. Each question carries 2 marks and there is no negative marking.
What is the eligibility for UGC NET?
A candidate needs a Master's degree with at least 55 per cent marks, or 50 per cent for reserved categories and persons with disabilities. Final-year students can apply provisionally. The JRF age limit is 30 years with relaxation.
When is the UGC NET December 2026 exam?
The tentative window is 14 to 19 December 2026, with buffer days on 20 and 21 December. As of 5 October 2026 the bulletin was not yet out, so check the NTA website for the final dates.
Current Affairs and Maarg Manthan
How are the Current Affairs articles structured?
Each article has Why in News, Key Terminologies, Key Issues, Key Implications, Key Initiatives, Director's Perspective with a Way Forward and Key Takeaway, GS Relevance, FAQs and PYQ practice. This keeps every article easy to scan and exam-ready.
What is the Key Initiatives section in Current Affairs?
Key Initiatives lists what the Government of India, and where relevant a foreign government or international body, is doing on the issue. Each point is checked against official or approved pages, with the sources kept in our records.
Which subjects do the Current Affairs articles cover?
We cover Economy, Polity and Governance, Environment, International Relations, Science and Tech, History, Geography, Art and Culture, Reports and Indices, and Places and Persons in News. A subject is skipped when there is no exam-relevant news.
Can I download Current Affairs articles as a PDF?
Yes, each Current Affairs article has a Download PDF button at the top and the bottom. The PDF is built from the article text with the MaargX UPSC header and footer, so you can revise offline.
What is Maarg Manthan and how do I use it?
Maarg Manthan is our static knowledge base. Pick a subject, open its index of macro categories and micro topics, and read each topic as it is published. Every topic has a quick answer, key facts, practice statements and FAQs.
Which subjects are available in Maarg Manthan?
Indian Polity is available now, with 28 macro categories and 252 micro topics in book order. More subjects will be added, and each topic becomes a link on the index as soon as its explainer is published.
Are all Maarg Manthan topics already written?
No. The full index is visible from the start, but a topic becomes a link only when its explainer is published. We write and verify topics in order, starting with the Historical Background of Indian Polity.
How do Current Affairs and Maarg Manthan work together?
When a Current Affairs article uses the name of a Maarg Manthan topic, it links to that topic, so you can revise the background right away. Read the news in Current Affairs and the concept in Maarg Manthan.
Study Material and Practice
Is there free practice material?
Yes, the MCQ Hub offers free practice questions with explanations, and each Current Affairs article ends with practice statements. Our study material pages also list notes and resources.
Where can I find study material?
Open Study Material (Maarg Manthan) for topic-by-topic explainers, NCERTs for the official textbook list, UPSC PYQs for past question papers, and Strategy & Guidance for how to prepare each paper. All of these are free to read.
How should I practise for Prelims?
Study a topic, then solve questions on it the same day. Take full-length mock tests every week in the last months, analyse each wrong answer, and practise CSAT regularly. The Prelims Test Series gives you a structured set of mock tests.
How should I practise answer writing for Mains?
Write timed answers every week with a clear structure: a short introduction, headed points with facts and examples, and a conclusion. Get your answers evaluated and note repeated mistakes. The GS Mains Test Series provides evaluation.
Where can I download UPSC previous year question papers?
Open UPSC PYQs: Prelims and Mains in the Resources menu. It lists the official UPSC question papers from 2016 to 2026 for Civil Services Prelims and Mains, CAPF, CDS, NDA and other exams, and you can filter them by exam and year. Each button opens the PDF on upsc.gov.in.
Which NCERT books should I read for UPSC?
Read the History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology and Science textbooks, mainly from classes 6 to 12, once with a pencil. The NCERTs page lists them subject by subject and links to the official free textbooks.
Using This Website
How do I find the right exam guide?
Open Strategy & Guidance from the Resources menu. Use the search box to find your exam or paper, or browse the posts on Prelims, Mains, optionals, the interview and study skills. Every post opens with a quick summary and has its own FAQ, so you can see at once whether it answers your question.
How do I book a mock interview?
Open the SAMBHAV Mock Interview page and press Explore Course or Enroll Now. Enter your name, mobile number, email and the interview you are preparing for, and our team will contact you with the available slots.
How do I search the FAQs?
Type a word in the search box at the top of this page, for example CAPF or optional subject. The list shows only the matching questions, and you can clear the box to see everything again.
What should I do if I find a mistake on the website?
Please write to contact@maargxupsc.com with the page address and the correction. We check every report against the official source. For dates and rules, the official notice always prevails over any website.
Course Questions
Questions about a specific MaargX UPSC course. Open a course to see its answers.
SAMBHAV Mock Interview 14 questions
How many marks is the UPSC interview?
The UPSC Civil Services Personality Test (interview) carries 275 marks.
What does the UPSC interview board assess?
UPSC says the Board assesses personal suitability for a career in public service. The qualities include mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, balance of judgement, variety and depth of interest, ability for social cohesion and leadership, and intellectual and moral integrity.
What documents are needed for the UPSC interview?
Your e-Summon Letter, which you download from the UPSC website, and the original certificates that support your claims, such as age, educational qualifications, community or EWS and PwBD status where applicable, along with the TA Form. Submit DAF-II online before the deadline.
Does UPSC send a paper summons for the interview?
No. UPSC makes e-Summon Letters available on its websites, and does not issue paper Summon Letters for the Personality Test.
What should I wear to the UPSC interview?
UPSC's notices do not ask for a particular style. Choose clean, comfortable and formal clothes in which you feel confident.
What is the SAMBHAV Mock Interview?
SAMBHAV is MaargX UPSC's mock interview programme: a simulation of the UPSC Personality Test, the final stage of the Civil Services Examination. It is a one-time interview.
What is the UPSC Personality Test?
The Personality Test is the interview stage of the Civil Services Examination. A board talks to the candidate about their background, views and awareness, to understand how they think and present themselves.
Who should take the mock interview?
Aspirants who are preparing for, or have qualified for, the UPSC Personality Test and want to experience the format before the real interview.
How do I book a slot?
Press Explore Course / Enroll Now at the top of this page and fill in your name, mobile number and the interview you are preparing for (UPSC CSE, CAPF, UGC NET or EPFO). Our team gets back to you with the available slots and sends your confirmed date and time on WhatsApp.
What is the DAF and why does it matter?
The DAF is the Detailed Application Form submitted to UPSC. The interview board has it in front of them, so questions often come from what you have written about your education, hobbies, background and preferences. Be ready to explain every line.
What kinds of questions are asked in the interview?
Questions commonly come from your DAF, your education and optional subject, your home state and city, current affairs and your opinions on public issues or situations.
How should I prepare for the Personality Test?
Prepare your DAF line by line, practise answering aloud in your own words, stay balanced on opinions, read current affairs daily and review each practice session to improve the next.
Does a mock interview guarantee success in the real interview?
No. A mock interview is practice. It helps you become familiar with the format and improve your answers, but the real outcome depends on your own preparation and performance.
Which interviews can I take a mock for?
You can choose UPSC CSE, CAPF, UGC NET or EPFO in the booking form. For other questions, call MaargX UPSC on +91-7877885089 or write to contact@maargxupsc.com.
GS Mains Test Series (75 Days Plan) 10 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.
CSAT Batch + Test Series 10 questions
What is the Aptitude Excellence Program?
It is MaargX UPSC's CSAT Batch + Test Series: a complete CSAT preparation ecosystem for UPSC IAS aspirants with classroom teaching, daily practice papers, 50 full-length tests, an AI-based performance dashboard and mentoring.
Why is CSAT important if it is only a qualifying paper?
CSAT Paper II is qualifying but decisive. Overlooking it can derail an otherwise perfect Prelims strategy, so the programme treats it as a core elimination risk and builds conceptual clarity, accuracy, speed and exam temperament.
Which topics does the course cover?
It covers Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Analytical Ability and English Comprehension, with every component aligned with the latest UPSC trends.
How many tests are included?
There are 50 full-length CSAT tests (FLTs) that replicate UPSC-level difficulty and pattern, testing numeracy, reasoning and comprehension in time-bound conditions. Weekly sectional assessments add continuous evaluation.
What are the four stages of preparation?
Preparation moves from concept (baseline understanding) to application (turning theory into problem-solving), then accuracy (eliminating negative-marking risks) and speed (mastering the clock).
What study material do students get?
Students get Prelims-focused notes and MCQ booklets in hard copy and digital (LMS) formats, along with topic-wise practice and Daily Practice Papers.
What is the My Performance Dashboard?
It is an AI-based dashboard with test analytics, progress reports and strength-weakness mapping. Students and parents each have independent access, which ensures accountability and informed preparation decisions.
What mentoring support is included?
There are P2P mentorship pods with mentor supervision, a Doubt Resolution Desk for immediate academic support, and the LET'S TALK platform for counselling and strategy guidance.
How does the weekly planning loop work?
Each week includes weekly sectional assessments, a target review, structured planning for the coming week and strategic tweaks to study methods, revision, time management and motivation.
How can I enrol?
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.
EASE – Essay Mentorship Program 10 questions
What is the EASE Essay Mentorship Program?
EASE is MaargX UPSC's essay-only programme for the UPSC Mains Essay paper. It combines 10 theme-based tests, an Essay Writing Studio, personalised evaluation and micro-mentoring, using an Examable approach that limits learning to essay demands.
How many tests are included and what do they cover?
There are 10 theme-based tests covering high-probability UPSC essay themes: governance, society, economy, environment, science and technology, ethics, culture, human development and knowledge systems, and global affairs, with a capstone test on leadership, character and governance ethics.
How are the tests grouped?
Cluster 1 (Systems and Structures) has Tests 1, 3 and 4. Cluster 2 (Progress and Humanity) has Tests 2, 5 and 9. Cluster 3 (The Abstract and Ethical) has Tests 6, 7 and 8. Test 10 is the capstone.
How are essays evaluated?
Essays are graded in detail, question by question, on UPSC marking parameters: content depth, coherence, flow and language. Personalised faculty remarks highlight strengths, weaknesses and specific inputs for refinement.
What is the Essay Writing Studio?
It is where students write essays strictly under exam-like, time-bound conditions, so that essay writing under pressure becomes a practised skill.
What learning aids are included?
Students get theme-wise notes, model introductions and conclusions, formatting tools, an evidence bank of quotations and data points, constitutional references as legal anchors, and case studies with Indian context.
What mentoring is available?
The programme has P2P mentorship pods for peer discussion of essay ideas and frameworks, a Doubt Resolution Desk for prompt clarification, and the LET'S TALK Academic Hub for counselling and guidance.
How does the improvement cycle work?
Each test follows five steps: write in the Essay Studio, get graded against UPSC parameters, receive personalised remarks, discuss gaps in a micro-mentoring session, and apply frameworks and peer insights before the next test.
Can I schedule the tests at my own pace?
Yes. Scheduling is flexible, so the tests can fit individual preparation timelines.
How can I enrol?
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.
Anthropology Optional Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MAARG Anthropology Optional Mentorship?
It is a structured 180-day plan for the UPSC Anthropology optional: 75 days for Paper I, 75 days for Paper II and 30 days of consolidated revision with a full test plan. Every day has one topic and one daily practice question.
How is the 180-day plan divided?
Days 1 to 75 cover Paper I, Days 76 to 150 cover Paper II, and Days 151 to 180 are the consolidated revision. The three phases add up to 180 days, which is the 6 months of the course.
What does Paper I cover?
Paper I covers biological anthropology (primatology and the fossil record), genetics and cell biology, prehistoric archaeology and dating methods, culture, society, marriage, family and kinship, economic and political anthropology, religion, anthropological theories, and genetic and applied anthropology.
What does Paper II cover?
Paper II covers prehistoric India and the Indus civilisation, Indian fossil evidence, demography, the traditional Indian social system, caste, the impact of religions on Indian society, village studies, agrarian relations, minorities, tribal India, constitutional safeguards, tribal administration and applied anthropology.
What is a DPP?
DPP stands for daily practice problem. Each day ends with one short answer-writing task on that day's topic, for example "Explain the Neolithic" or "Discuss the Jajmani system".
How does the weekly revision work?
Each week ends with a revision day. You connect the week's micro-topics and write a 15-marker answer to simulate exam pressure.
What is the spaced repetition revision model?
It has three layers: a Day-3 micro cycle (look back over the previous 48 hours), a weekly review on Day 7, 14, 21 and so on, and a monthly consolidation that reviews the whole month in order to spot linking patterns.
What happens in the last 30 days?
The 30-day consolidation revises biological anthropology, genetics and ecology, socio-cultural anthropology and anthropological theories in four weeks. The weeks end with a Paper I sectional test, a Paper I full test, a Paper II sectional test and a Paper II full test.
Does the plan include tests?
Yes. The consolidation phase has four tests, one in each week: Paper I sectional, Paper I full, Paper II sectional and Paper II full. For a separate 12-test series, see the Anthropology Optional Test Series.
How can I enrol?
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.
CAPF Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MAARG CAPF Mentorship?
It is MaargX UPSC's 6-month, 1-to-1 mentorship programme for the Central Armed Police Forces examination. It combines a personalised plan, three mentorship sessions a week, Daily Practice Papers and descriptive-writing practice.
Which CAPF papers does it cover?
It covers the objective Paper-1 (General Studies, aptitude and current affairs) and the descriptive Paper-2 (essay, precis, report writing, counter arguments and comprehension).
How often are the mentorship sessions?
There are 3 mentorship sessions a week, coordinated at mutually convenient times. They cover progress review, strategy refinement, doubt discussion, and motivation and discipline.
What is the 3-tier planning framework?
It has three tiers: daily actionable plans, weekly performance reviews and monthly strategic alignment. Together they turn a custom-tailored strategy into steady syllabus coverage.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the syllabus and fit each student's study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention and build exam-oriented application.
How is Paper-2 (descriptive) practised?
You write daily, and your mentor evaluates the work for structure, language and argument. The training focuses on concise, relevant answers, time management and analytical thinking.
How is the 6-month plan organised?
Month 1 is foundation and planning. Months 2 to 4 are intensive coverage with continuous mentorship, DPPs and writing practice. Every month ends with a strategic review that includes mock test evaluation and strengthening of weak subjects.
Is the mentorship online or offline?
It is hybrid: sessions run online by video or offline at the centre.
How is this different from the CAPF batches?
The CAPF batches are classroom courses with a fixed class schedule. This mentorship is built around a personal mentor, a customised plan and weekly reviews of your own progress. You can combine it with a batch.
How can I enrol?
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.
GS Mains Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MAARG GS Mains Mentorship?
It is MaargX UPSC's 6-month, 1-to-1 mentorship programme for the UPSC Mains General Studies papers. It combines a personalised plan, three mentorship sessions a week, Daily Practice Papers and a Mains Answer Writing Studio.
Which papers does it cover?
It covers the four General Studies papers: GS-I (heritage, culture, history, geography and society), GS-II (governance, Constitution, polity, social justice and international relations), GS-III (technology, economy, environment, security and disaster management) and GS-IV (ethics, integrity and aptitude).
How often are the mentorship sessions?
There are 3 mentorship sessions a week, coordinated at mutually convenient times. They cover progress review, strategy refinement, doubt discussion, and motivation and discipline.
What is the 3-tier planning framework?
It has three tiers: daily actionable plans, weekly performance reviews and monthly strategic alignment. Together they turn a custom-tailored strategy into steady syllabus coverage.
What is the MAINS Answer Writing Studio?
It trains aspirants to write structured, concise and relevant answers with a logical flow, examples and analysis, to manage time in the exam, and to match UPSC evaluation expectations.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the entire UPSC syllabus and fit each student's study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention and build exam-oriented application.
How is the 6-month plan organised?
Month 1 is foundation and planning. Months 2 to 4 are intensive coverage with continuous mentorship, DPPs and answer writing. Every month ends with a strategic review that includes mock test evaluation and strengthening of weak subjects.
Is the mentorship online or offline?
It is hybrid: sessions run online by video or offline at the centre.
How is this different from a test series?
A test series gives you tests and evaluation. This mentorship adds a personal mentor, a customised plan, weekly reviews and doubt discussion around your own progress. You can combine both: see the GS Mains Test Series.
How can I enrol?
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.
Sociology Optional Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MAARG Mentorship Program for Sociology?
It is a 180-day plan for the UPSC Sociology optional: a 75-day foundation for Paper I, a 75-day application for Paper II and a 30-day consolidation, with more than 300 daily answer-writing practices (DPPs).
How is the 180-day plan divided?
Days 1 to 75 cover Paper I, Days 76 to 150 cover Paper II, and Days 151 to 180 are the consolidation. The three phases add up to 180 days, which is the 6 months of the course.
What does Paper I cover in the plan?
It covers the emergence and scope of sociology, sociology as science and research methods, the thinkers Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Parsons, Merton and Mead, stratification, social mobility, work, politics, religion, family, kinship and social change.
What does Paper II cover in the plan?
It covers perspectives on Indian society, the colonial impact, village studies, caste, tribes, social classes, kinship, religion, development and change, industrialization and urbanisation, politics and social movements.
How does the daily 6-hour allocation work?
Each day has 3 hours of concept revision, 1.5 hours of answer writing (the DPP), 1 hour of case studies and thinker quotes, and 30 minutes of quick revision.
What is the spaced-repetition engine?
It is the plan's revision rhythm: a Day 3 revision, a weekly revision on Day 7 of every week and a monthly consolidation.
What happens in the 30-day consolidation?
It revises Paper I high-scoring targets (thinkers, stratification, research methods, social change, family and kinship) and Paper II targets (caste, village studies, social movements, tribal issues, development) with daily answer writing. The core idea is that Paper I theory supports Paper II applied answers.
What is a DPP?
DPP stands for daily practice problem: a short written answer on the day's topic. Many weeks end with a 20-marker answer.
Is there a separate test series?
Yes. For a separate 20-test series, see the Sociology Optional Test Series. This mentorship is built around weekly themes, daily practice and revision.
How can I enrol?
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.
GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MAARG mentorship programme?
MAARG (Hand-Held Mentoring & Guidance Program) is MaargX UPSC's 1-to-1 mentorship programme for UPSC aspirants (IAS, IPS, IFS). It covers Prelims and Mains through a personalised plan, regular mentorship sessions, daily practice papers and a Mains Answer Writing Studio.
How often are the mentorship sessions?
There are 3 mentorship sessions a week, arranged at mutually convenient times. Each session covers progress review, strategy refinement, doubt discussion and motivation.
What is the 3-tier planning framework?
It has three tiers: daily actionable plans, weekly performance reviews and monthly strategic alignment. Together they turn a custom-tailored strategy into steady syllabus coverage.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the entire UPSC syllabus and are integrated with each student's study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
What does the MAINS Answer Writing Studio do?
It trains aspirants to write structured, concise and relevant answers with logical flow, examples and analysis, to manage time during exams, and to align answers with UPSC evaluation expectations.
How is the programme planned month by month?
Month 1 is foundation and planning, Months 2 to 4 are intensive coverage, Months 4 to 5 are consolidation, and Month 6 is final readiness, with comprehensive syllabus integration and a final mock test evaluation.
Is the mentorship online or offline?
The programme is hybrid: it combines online mentoring with offline centre interaction.
Who is this programme for?
It is for UPSC aspirants preparing for the IAS, IPS and IFS who want structured guidance, a personalised strategy and consistent mentorship instead of studying more without direction.
How does the programme track my progress?
Progress is reviewed in every mentorship session, evaluated weekly through performance reviews and assessed monthly through mock test evaluation. Weak subjects found in the mocks get targeted strengthening.
How can I join MAARG?
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.
GS Prelims Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MAARG Prelims mentorship programme?
MAARG (Hand-Held Mentoring & Guidance Program) is MaargX UPSC's 1-to-1 mentorship programme for UPSC Prelims aspirants (IAS, IPS, IFS). It combines a personalised plan, regular mentorship sessions, daily practice papers and performance reviews.
How often are the mentorship sessions?
There are 3 mentorship sessions a week, arranged at mutually convenient times. Each session covers progress review, strategy refinement, doubt discussion and motivation.
What is the 3-tier planning framework?
It has three tiers: daily actionable plans, weekly performance reviews and monthly strategic alignment. Together they turn a custom-tailored strategy into steady syllabus coverage.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the entire UPSC syllabus and are integrated with each student's study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
How is a day, a week and a month organised?
Each day has topic-wise coverage, concept learning, practice and revision slots driven by DPPs. Each week has a performance review and conceptual discussions, and each month has a comprehensive assessment and strategy refinement.
How does the monthly review work?
The monthly macro-alignment includes a comprehensive progress assessment, mock test evaluation, strategy refinement and strengthening of weak subjects, so that preparation keeps tracking toward the goal.
Is the mentorship online or offline?
The programme is hybrid: it combines online mentoring with offline centre interaction.
Who is this programme for?
It is for UPSC Prelims aspirants preparing for the IAS, IPS and IFS who want structured guidance, a personalised strategy and consistent mentorship instead of studying more without direction.
How does the programme track my progress?
Progress is reviewed in every mentorship session, evaluated weekly through performance reviews and assessed monthly through mock test evaluation. Weak subjects found in the mocks get targeted strengthening.
How can I join MAARG?
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.
Anthropology Optional Test Series 10 questions
What is the MaargX Anthropology Optional Test Series?
It is a precision-driven 12-test UPSC Anthropology optional series called SAATHI. It has 8 sectional tests across Paper 1 and Paper 2, then 4 full-length tests, with Micro Mentoring and flexible scheduling.
How are the 12 tests divided?
There are 8 sectional tests and 4 full-length tests. Tests 1 to 4 cover Paper 1 (global foundations and theory), Tests 5 to 8 cover Paper 2 (the Indian context and tribal administration), and the 4 full-length tests follow.
Which topics does each sectional test cover?
Test 1 covers origins and biology, Test 2 society, culture and the past, Test 3 organization and theory, and Test 4 application and variation. Test 5 covers Indian foundations, Test 6 the Indian village and change, Test 7 the tribal situation, and Test 8 tribal administration and the future.
What is the 5 I Micro-Mentoring approach?
It is five layers of support: an Examable approach, regular discussion with detailed analysis, personalised evaluation, weekly P2P mentoring with faculty, and a personalised strategy with note-making help.
Can I postpone a test?
Yes. A detailed date-wise schedule is provided, and postponing tests according to your convenience and preparation pace is fully permitted.
Can I prepone a test?
No. Preponing tests is not accommodated, to maintain evaluation integrity.
Is the series available online and offline?
Yes. The tests are available in both online and offline modes.
What does the fee include?
The programme fee is ₹15,000, and it includes a personalised strategy, test evaluation and continuous P2P mentorship.
What are the full-length tests for?
They move you from modular learning to exam-day endurance, testing your personalised strategy across the complete syllabus under true UPSC conditions.
How can I enrol?
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.
CAPF Batch (6 Months) 10 questions
What is the MaargX CAPF 6-Month Program?
It is an online CAPF preparation programme in four phases: General Studies, Aptitude, the Daily Descriptive Drill and the 3-Hour Descriptive Drill. It addresses both the objective Paper-1 and the descriptive Paper-2.
How long is each phase?
Phase 1 (General Studies) is 4 months, or 16 weeks. Phase 2 (Aptitude) and Phase 3 (the Daily Descriptive Drill) are 1 month, or 4 weeks, each. Phase 4 is the final peak-performance simulation with weekly sectional tests.
How many hours and classes are included?
Phase 1 has 320 hours and 160 classes. Phases 2 and 3 have 100 hours and 50 classes each. Together Phases 1 to 3 have 520 hours and 260 classes, at 2 classes a day with 2-hour classes.
What does Phase 1 cover?
Phase 1 covers Indian Polity, Indian History, Indian Geography, World Geography, Indian Economy, General Science and Technology, and Miscellaneous General Studies.
How is Paper-2 (the descriptive paper) taught?
Phase 3 has essay crafting workshops, essay DPPs of 3 essays a day, English precis writing, report writing, counter arguments, comprehension and basic grammar. The MAINS Studio gives immediate mentor evaluation.
What happens in Phase 4?
Phase 4 is a peak performance simulation. It integrates Paper-1 objective precision with Paper-2 descriptive endurance through full-length weekly sectional tests under strict simulated conditions.
How is current affairs taught?
A six-day loop runs weekly: Economy, Polity, Science and Technology, Environment and International Relations on Days 1 to 5, and a weekly test with 1:1 doubt resolution on Day 6. The sources are The Hindu, The Indian Express and PIB.
What practice material is included?
There is an AI-powered LMS with 10,000+ topic-wise Prelims MCQs, weekly MCQ skill development with UPSC Prelims PYQ analysis, and complete study material in hard and soft copy.
What doubt-clearing support is included?
There is a Let's Talk portal for faculty interaction, P2P mentorship pods for peer guidance, and a Doubt Resolution Desk with mentor access anytime.
How can I enrol?
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.
CAPF Batch (9 Months) 10 questions
What is the MaargX CAPF 9-Month Program?
It is an online CAPF preparation programme with 780 hours and 390 live classes in four phases: General Studies, Aptitude, the Daily Descriptive Drill and the 3-Hour Descriptive Drill. It addresses both the objective Paper-1 and the descriptive Paper-2.
How long is each phase?
Phase 1 (General Studies) is 6 months, or 24 weeks. Phases 2, 3 and 4 are 1 month, or 4 weeks, each. Together they make up the 9 months.
How many hours and classes are included?
Phase 1 has 480 hours and 240 classes. Phases 2, 3 and 4 have 100 hours and 50 classes each. In total the programme has 780 hours and 390 classes, at 2 classes a day with 2-hour classes.
What does Phase 1 cover?
Phase 1 covers Indian Polity, Indian History, Indian Geography, World Geography, Indian Economy, General Science and Technology, and Miscellaneous General Studies, with weekly MCQ skill development and mapping modules.
What happens in Phases 3 and 4?
Phase 3 is the daily descriptive drill: English precis and report writing, counter arguments, essay crafting workshops and 3 essay DPPs a day. Phase 4 is targeted drilling in English comprehension, basic grammar and other language aspects, with the final 50 classes given to the 3-Hour Descriptive Drill and weekly practice tests.
How is the 9-month course different from the 6-month course?
The 9-month course gives General Studies 6 months and 480 hours, against 4 months and 320 hours in the 6-month course. Phases 2, 3 and 4 run for one month each in the 9-month plan.
How is current affairs taught?
A six-day weekly orbit covers Economy, Polity, Science and Technology, Environment and International Relations on Days 1 to 5, and doubt resolution with weekly sectional tests on Day 6. Weekly newspaper analysis covers The Hindu, The Indian Express and PIB.
What is the MAINS Studio?
It is the daily descriptive-writing loop: daily answer writing DPPs, instant mentor evaluation through essay crafting workshops, and conceptual clarity through the Let's Talk portal. It is designed so that feedback comes within the same daily cycle.
How is my progress tracked?
Weekly sectional tests for Paper-1 and Paper-2 feed an AI Performance Dashboard across the 9-month timeline, so progress is measured week by week.
How can I enrol?
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.
Economics Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Economics Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Economics. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Economics Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Economics: growth and development, inclusive growth, money, banking and prices, government budgeting, agriculture and industry, infrastructure and external sector.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (Economic and Social Development) and Mains GS-III.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Economics Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Economics as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Environment Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Environment Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Environment. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Environment Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Environment: ecology basics, biodiversity, climate change, pollution and degradation, impact assessment, laws and institutions.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (Environment, Ecology and Biodiversity) and Mains GS-III.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Environment Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Environment as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Ethics Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Ethics Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Ethics. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Ethics Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Ethics: ethics and human interface, human values, attitude, aptitude and emotional intelligence, thinkers and public service, probity and case studies.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Mains GS-IV (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude).
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Ethics Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Ethics as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Geography Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Geography Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Geography. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Geography Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Geography: physical geography, indian geography, world geography, human geography, geophysical phenomena.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (Geography) and Mains GS-I.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Geography Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Geography as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Governance & Social Justice Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Governance and Social Justice Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Governance and Social Justice. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Governance and Social Justice Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Governance and Social Justice: policies and interventions, welfare and vulnerable sections, social sector services, poverty and hunger, governance, civil services and society.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Mains GS-II (Governance and Social Justice).
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Governance and Social Justice Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Governance and Social Justice as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
GS Foundation Batch – One Year 10 questions
What is the MaargX GS Foundation Course (1 Year)?
It is a 12-month, three-phase live course for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. It covers General Studies for Prelims and Mains, CSAT and current affairs, with daily answer writing, 10,000+ MCQs and mentor support.
How many hours and classes does the course have?
The course has 980 hours and 490 classes in total. Phase 1 has 560 hours (280 classes), Phase 2 has 320 hours (160 classes) and Phase 3 has 100 hours (50 classes). Each class is two hours long, with two classes a day.
Which subjects are covered in each phase?
Phase 1 covers Indian Polity, History, Geography, Economics, Art and Culture, Environment, and Science and Technology. Phase 2 covers twelve Mains subjects, including Governance, International Relations, Internal Security, Disaster Management and Ethics. Phase 3 covers CSAT.
Does the course include CSAT?
Yes. Phase 3, called The Inevitable Aptitude, is a one-month CSAT course of 100 hours and 50 classes. It covers Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and English Comprehension.
How is current affairs taught in this course?
Current affairs follow a six-day weekly cycle: Economy, Polity, Science and Technology, Environment and International Relations on Days 1 to 5, and 1:1 doubt resolution with a weekly test on Day 6. Newspaper analysis, EEE classes and mapping modules support it.
How does answer writing and test evaluation work?
Mains Studio gives daily answer writing practice through DPPs with instant evaluation. Weekly essay-crafting workshops and sectional descriptive tests cover Mains, and weekly sectional objective tests with 10,000+ topic-wise MCQs cover Prelims.
What is Saarthipedia and the My Performance Dashboard?
Saarthipedia is the AI-powered learning platform that connects the LMS with the 10,000+ MCQ database. The My Performance Dashboard tracks progress with real-time analytics on a student's strengths and blind spots.
What doubt-clearing and mentoring support is included?
There are three layers of support: the Let's Talk faculty portal for direct conceptual clarity, peer-to-peer mentorship pods for shared academic and strategic guidance, and a Doubt Resolution Desk with mentor access available anytime.
What study material do students receive?
Students receive complete study material in both hard copy and soft copy.
How can I enrol in the GS Foundation Course (1 Year)?
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.
GS Foundation Batch – Two Year 10 questions
What is the MaargX GS Foundation Course (2 Year)?
It is a 24-month online course for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, built in four phases: The Cores, The Advanced, The Inevitable Aptitude (CSAT) and The Answer Writing Strategy. It combines live classes, AI-powered tracking and a full Prelims and Mains strategy.
How many hours and classes does the 2-year course have?
Phases 1 to 3 have 980 hours and 490 classes over 24 months and 96 weeks. Phase 1 has 560 hours (280 classes), Phase 2 has 320 hours (160 classes) and Phase 3 has 100 hours (50 classes). Phases 1 and 2 run at one class a day, in 2-hour classes.
Which subjects are covered in each phase?
Phase 1 covers Indian Polity, History, Geography, Economics, Art and Culture, Environment, and Science and Technology. Phase 2 covers twelve Mains subjects, including Governance, Ethics, International Relations, Internal Security and Disaster Management. Phase 3 covers CSAT.
What is Phase 4, The Answer Writing Strategy?
Phase 4 is a mentored, guided self-preparation phase after the syllabus is complete, on a flexible schedule. It includes a Mains Test Series of 16 sectional tests, an Essay Test Series of 10 theme-based tests, instant evaluation in Answer Writing Studios and weekly essay-crafting workshops.
How is the 2-year course different from the 1-year course?
Both carry 980 hours and 490 classes of teaching. The 1-year course delivers them in 12 months at two classes a day, while the 2-year course spreads them over 24 months at one class a day, gives CSAT two months instead of one, and adds the Answer Writing phase.
Does the course include CSAT?
Yes. Phase 3 is a two-month CSAT phase of 100 hours and 50 classes, covering Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and English Comprehension. It is integrated with a dedicated CSAT Test Series.
How is current affairs taught?
A daily class covers newspapers (The Hindu, The Indian Express and PIB), editorials and MCQs. The week runs on a six-day cycle: Economy, Polity, Science and Technology, Environment and International Relations on Days 1 to 5, and doubt resolution with a weekly test on Day 6.
What is Saarthipedia and the My Performance Dashboard?
Saarthipedia is the AI-powered platform behind the course. Its LMS holds 10,000+ topic-wise Prelims MCQs, and the My Performance Dashboard gives AI-based progress tracking and strategic interventions.
What mentoring and doubt-clearing support is included?
Students get faculty interaction through the Let's Talk portal, a Doubt Resolution Desk with mentor access anytime, weekly MCQ skill-development classes with Prelims PYQ analysis, and peer-to-peer mentorship pods.
How can I enrol in the GS Foundation Course (2 Year)?
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.
GS Foundation Batch – Three Year 10 questions
What is the MaargX GS Foundation Course (3 Year)?
It is an online UPSC Civil Services course built in five phases: The Cores, The Advanced, The Answer Writing, The Inevitable Aptitude (CSAT) and The Last Lap. It combines live classes, a full test system, AI-powered tracking and mentoring.
How long is each phase of the 3-year course?
Phase 1 is 14 months, Phase 2 is 8 months, Phase 3 is 6 months, Phase 4 (CSAT) is 2 months and Phase 5 is 3 months. Together the five phases run for 33 months, or 132 weeks.
How many hours and classes does the course have?
The taught phases carry 980 hours and 490 classes: Phase 1 has 560 hours (280 classes), Phase 2 has 320 hours (160 classes) and the CSAT phase has 100 hours (50 classes). Phases 3 and 5 are test-based.
How many tests are included?
The course includes 50 Prelims tests covering GS and CSAT, 24 Mains tests (16 sectional and 8 full-length) and 10 theme-based essay tests. Each full test is 3 hours long. Daily answer-writing DPPs and weekly sectional tests add to this.
What happens in Phase 5, The Last Lap?
The Last Lap is a three-month phase built around the Prelims Test Series: 50 exam-hall tests covering GS and CSAT. The LMS learning module supports it with drilling on 10,000+ MCQs.
How is the 3-year course different from the 2-year course?
The two courses share the same two core phases and the same CSAT hours. The 3-year course adds a six-month answer-writing phase with 24 Mains tests and 10 essay tests, and a three-month Last Lap with 50 Prelims exam-hall tests.
How is current affairs taught?
Current affairs follow a six-day cycle: Economy, Polity, Science and Technology, Environment and International Relations on Days 1 to 5, and 1:1 doubt resolution with a weekly test on Day 6. Weekly newspaper analysis, EEE classes and weekly MCQ skill development support it.
What is Saarthipedia AI?
Saarthipedia AI is the AI-powered platform behind the course. Its LMS gives direct access to 10,000+ topic-wise Prelims MCQs, and its Performance Dashboard gives AI-based progress tracking and diagnostic analytics.
What mentoring support does the course include?
The 360° Mentorship Network has three levels: faculty interaction through the Let's Talk portal, a 1:1 Doubt Resolution Desk with mentor access anytime, and peer-to-peer mentorship pods.
How can I enrol in the GS Foundation Course (3 Year)?
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.
GS Mains Test Series 10 questions
What is the MaargX GS Mains Test Series?
It is a 6-month, 180-day UPSC Mains test series called the SAATHI Blueprint. It has 24 strategic tests (16 sectional and 8 full-length) across GS-1 to GS-4, with daily answer writing, expert evaluation and 1:1 mentorship.
How many tests are in the series and how are they divided?
There are 24 tests: 16 sectional and 8 full-length. GS-1 has 4 sectional and 2 full-length tests, GS-2 and GS-3 have 5 sectional and 2 full-length tests each, and GS-4 has 2 sectional and 2 full-length tests.
In what order are the GS papers tested?
The schedule runs GS-2 first (Days 1 to 35), then GS-3 (Days 42 to 77), GS-4 (Days 84 to 105) and GS-1 (Days 112 to 140). A final capstone of four full-length tests follows from Day 147 to Day 168.
What is the Intensive Capstone?
It is a final 21-day simulation of four consecutive full-length tests: GS-1 on Day 147, GS-4 on Day 154, GS-3 on Day 161 and GS-2 on Day 168. It builds endurance and time management before the actual UPSC Mains.
How does daily answer writing work?
Students write topic-wise DPP answers daily, expert mentors evaluate them at desk level, peers give feedback, and students apply the feedback in the next day's DPP. This is the Daily Writing-Evaluation Loop.
What does a typical week look like?
Days 1 to 5 cover current affairs in Economy, Polity, Science and Technology, Environment and International Relations, with daily DPPs. Day 6 is for the weekly test, 1:1 mentorship and a weekly planning review.
How is current affairs linked to the Mains syllabus?
Weekly newspaper analysis is subject-wise and issue-specific, and it is integrated with Saarthipedia. This bridges the static syllabus with current affairs so that knowledge turns into high-scoring answers.
What mentoring support is included?
A dedicated 1:1 Doubt Resolution Desk offers clarification of GS concepts, answer-writing tactics and weekly planning reviews. Expert mentors evaluate answers, and P2P mentorship gives peer feedback.
Do the tests cover Ethics (GS-4)?
Yes. GS-4 has two sectional tests, Ethics 1 and Ethics 2, plus two full-length tests. The topics include human interface, attitude, emotional intelligence, public service values, probity and case studies.
How can I enrol in the GS Mains Test Series?
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.
History Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX History Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on History. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the History Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for History: ancient india, medieval india, modern india, post-independence india, world history.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (History) and Mains GS-I.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the History Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study History as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Internal Security Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Internal Security Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Internal Security. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Internal Security Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Internal Security: development and extremism, external and non-state actors, communication networks and media, cyber security and money laundering, border areas, organised crime and forces.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Mains GS-III (Internal Security).
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Internal Security Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Internal Security as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
International Relations Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX International Relations Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on International Relations. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the International Relations Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for International Relations: india and its neighbourhood, groupings and agreements, policies of other countries, indian diaspora, international institutions, recent developments.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Mains GS-II (International Relations).
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the International Relations Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study International Relations as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Philosophy Optional Test Series 10 questions
What is the MaargX Philosophy Optional Test Series?
It is a personalised, flexible and exam-oriented 12-test series called SAATHI for the UPSC Philosophy optional. It has 8 sectional tests across Paper 1 and Paper 2, then 4 full-length tests, with Micro-Mentoring.
How are the 12 tests divided?
There are 8 sectional tests and 4 full-length tests. Tests 1 to 4 cover Paper 1 (Indian and Western philosophy), Tests 5 to 8 cover Paper 2 (socio-political philosophy and philosophy of religion), and the 4 full-length tests follow.
Which thinkers and topics are covered in Paper 1?
Sectional Tests 1 and 2 cover Indian philosophy, from Carvaka, Jainism and Buddhism to Nyaya-Vaisesika, Mimansa and Vedanta. Tests 3 and 4 cover Western philosophy, from Plato and Aristotle to Kant, Hegel, Wittgenstein, Phenomenology, Existentialism, Quine and Strawson.
What does Paper 2 cover in the series?
Tests 5 and 6 cover social and political philosophy, including sovereignty, rights, ideologies, secularism, crime and punishment and gender and caste discrimination. Tests 7 and 8 cover the philosophy of religion, including proofs of God, the problem of evil and religious language.
How are the full-length tests organised?
There are four full-length tests: two on the full Paper 1 syllabus and two on the full Paper 2 syllabus. Mentor guidance continues through this phase.
What is the Apply and Appreciate methodology?
It is topic-wise hand-holding and note-making assistance, strictly limited to an Examable approach that focuses entirely on what the examination needs.
Can I reschedule a test?
Yes. All dates are flexible and set according to your personalised strategy, and personalised rescheduling of any test is available to fit your preparation pace.
What mentoring do I get?
Every candidate gets a dedicated mentor, a detailed date-wise schedule and weekly one-on-one P2P Micro-Mentoring sessions, along with regular thematic discussions of each test paper with faculty.
Is the series available online and offline?
Yes. The series is available in both online and offline modes.
How can I enrol?
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.
Polity Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Polity Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Polity. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Polity Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Polity: the constitution, rights and duties, union and states, government organs, local government, elections and bodies.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (Polity and Governance) and Mains GS-II.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Polity Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Polity as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
PSIR Optional Test Series 10 questions
What is the MaargX PSIR Optional Test Series?
It is the Apply and Appreciate personalised mentorship programme for UPSC Political Science and International Relations. It has 12 tests (8 sectional and 4 full-length) across three phases, with weekly micro-mentoring and flexible dates.
How are the 12 tests divided?
Phase 1 (Tests 1 to 4) covers foundational theory, Phase 2 (Tests 5 to 8) covers applied Indian polity and current linkages, and Phase 3 (Tests 9 to 12) has four full-length integration tests. Tests 1 to 8 are sectional and Tests 9 to 12 are full-length.
What does Phase 1 cover?
It covers theories of the state, justice, equality, rights, democracy, power, political ideologies, Western political thought from Plato to Marx, Gramsci and Arendt, and Indian political thought including Dharmashastra, Arthashastra, Gandhi and Ambedkar.
What does Phase 2 cover?
It covers the freedom struggle, the making of the Constitution, Union and state government, the judiciary, federalism, local governance, statutory bodies, planning and economic development, caste, religion, ethnicity, the party system and social movements.
What happens in the full-length tests?
Tests 9 and 10 integrate Paper 1 and Paper 2, Test 11 covers the full syllabus with emphasis on IR and comparative politics, and Test 12 is a final simulation of the complete PSIR syllabus under UPSC-like conditions.
What is the interlinking approach?
UPSC rewards connecting different syllabus modules. Tests 10 and 11 push candidates to link thinkers with current issues and to apply global examples to comparative politics.
What is the Examable approach?
It limits learning strictly to examination needs, with in-depth analysis and effective note-making, so the vast syllabus becomes targeted notes, analytical frameworks and prioritised content.
What mentoring is included?
Every week there are one-on-one P2P micro-mentoring sessions with faculty, with detailed evaluation and topic-wise hand-holding. Each test also gets a written analysis and regular discussion.
Can I reschedule tests, and is the programme online or offline?
All 12 test dates are flexible with personalised rescheduling. The programme, including testing and the weekly mentoring sessions, is available in both online and offline modes.
How can I enrol?
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.
Psychology Optional Test Series 10 questions
What is the MaargX Psychology Optional Test Series?
It is a comprehensive 12-test UPSC Psychology optional series called SAATHI. It has 8 sectional tests across Paper 1 and Paper 2, then 4 full-length tests, with personalised Micro-Mentoring and flexible scheduling.
How are the 12 tests divided?
Tests 1 to 4 are sectional tests on Paper 1 (foundations), Tests 5 to 8 are sectional tests on Paper 2 (applications), and Tests 9 to 12 are full-length tests: Tests 9 and 11 on Paper 1, Tests 10 and 12 on Paper 2.
What does Paper 1 cover in the series?
Test 1 covers methods, research and statistics, Test 2 covers development, perception and learning, Test 3 covers memory, thinking, motivation, emotion and intelligence, and Test 4 covers personality, attitudes, language, communication and modern contemporary issues.
What does Paper 2 cover in the series?
Test 5 covers clinical measurement, mental disorders, therapy and organisational behaviour. Test 6 covers education, community and rehabilitation psychology. Test 7 covers economic development, IT and media, social integration and disadvantaged groups. Test 8 covers environment, gender, military, terrorism, sports and media.
How are Paper 1 and Paper 2 linked?
A master candidate does not memorise two papers; they use Paper 1 to diagnose the problems presented in Paper 2. The full-length tests bring both papers together under UPSC-like conditions.
What is the 5 I Micro-Mentoring approach?
It is MaargX's approach of topic-wise hand-holding, in-depth analysis and note-making, delivered through weekly one-on-one P2P sessions with expert faculty.
Can I postpone or prepone a test?
You can postpone a test according to your convenience. Preponing is not permitted, to ensure analytical depth.
Is the series available online and offline?
Yes. The testing is available in both online and offline modes.
What is the Examable approach?
It limits learning paradigms to specific examination needs and high-yield topics, so preparation stays focused on what the UPSC asks.
How can I enrol?
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.
RAS Mentorship 10 questions
What is the MaargX RAS Mentorship?
It is a 270-day micro-schedule for the Rajasthan Administrative Service. A 90-day Prelims Sprint is followed by a 180-day Mains Marathon of 18 phases, with daily answer writing and cumulative revision.
How is the 270-day plan divided?
Phase I is the 90-day Prelims Sprint and Phase II is the 180-day Mains Marathon. Together they make up the 270 days, the same as the 9-month duration of the course.
What is the 6+1 cycle?
In Phase I, you learn micro-topics and solve 50 MCQs a day on Days 1 to 6, then revise the whole subject and solve 100 MCQs on Day 7. The cycle repeats exactly 10 times to complete the 70 days of subject work.
What are the three stages of the Prelims Sprint?
Days 1 to 70 are core syllabus acquisition, Days 71 to 85 are advanced integration with PYQ analysis, and Days 86 to 90 are the Mock Crucible with three full-length 150-question tests and error correction.
Which subjects does the plan cover?
It covers Rajasthan history, culture, geography, economy and polity, plus Indian and world history, ethics, science and technology, polity, governance, public administration, psychology and law, with aptitude and current affairs in the Prelims phase.
What is the 8-hour daily flywheel?
In the Mains Marathon, each day has 3 hours of study, 2 hours of notes, 2 hours of answer writing and 1 hour of revision. The ratio is kept the same for all 180 days.
How many answers will I write?
The Mains Marathon has 5 structured answers a day for 180 days, which is 900 answers. In the final simulation you write 20 answers a day under strict exam conditions.
What is the Cumulative Revision Cascade?
The daily one-hour revision covers all days of the phase so far, so by Day 10 of a phase the Day 1 material has been reviewed 10 separate times.
What happens in the last 10 days?
Days 171 to 173 are full mock paper simulations, Days 174 to 176 eliminate the final weak areas, Days 177 to 179 are a rapid notes review, and Day 180 is a flash revision of all frameworks.
How can I enrol?
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.
Science & Tech Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Science and Technology Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Science and Technology. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Science and Technology Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Science and Technology: general science, space and defence technology, it and communication, biotechnology and health, nuclear and nano technology, emerging technologies and ipr.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Prelims General Studies Paper I (General Science) and Mains GS-III.
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Science and Technology Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Science and Technology as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Society Module 8 questions
What is the MaargX Society Module?
It is a subject-wise UPSC course on Society. It gives you topic-wise lectures with Daily Practice Papers (DPPs). It does not include mentorship or tests.
What does the Society Module cover?
It covers the UPSC syllabus areas for Society: features and diversity, women and society, population and poverty, urbanisation, globalisation and society, social empowerment and unity.
Which UPSC papers does it prepare me for?
It covers Mains GS-I (Indian society).
What are DPPs?
DPPs are Daily Practice Papers: unit-wise question sets that cover the subject and fit your study schedule. They strengthen concepts, improve retention, build exam-oriented application and develop analytical thinking.
Does the module include mentorship or tests?
No. The module has lectures and DPPs only. If you want mentoring or tests, you can add the GS Prelims + Mains Mentorship, the Prelims Test Series or the GS Mains Test Series.
How long is the module and what does it cost?
The duration and the fee are shown at the top of this page.
Who should take the Society Module?
UPSC aspirants who want to study Society as a separate subject and prefer a focused course of lectures and practice papers.
How can I enrol?
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.
Sociology Optional Test Series 10 questions
What is the MaargX Sociology Optional Test Series?
It is a personalised 20-test UPSC Sociology optional programme called SAATHI. It has 15 sectional tests and 5 full-length tests across Paper 1 and Paper 2, with Micro Mentoring and flexible dates.
How many tests are sectional and how many are full-length?
There are 15 sectional tests (Tests 1 to 11 and 13 to 16) and 5 full-length tests. The full-length tests are Test 12 (Paper 1) as a mid-point benchmark, and Tests 17 to 20 in the final simulation, where Test 20 combines Paper 1 and Paper 2.
How is the series organised?
Phase 1 covers Paper 1 foundations (Tests 1 to 5), Phase 2 covers institutions and dynamics (Tests 6 to 8) and the Integration Phase pairs both papers (Tests 9 to 11). Test 12 is the mid-point benchmark, Phase 3 covers Paper 2 (Tests 13 to 16), and Phase 4 is the final simulation (Tests 17 to 20).
What is the Paper 1 and 2 Integration Matrix?
Tests 9 to 11 pair a Paper 1 unit with the matching Paper 2 section: Religion and Society (Unit 8 and B6), System of Kinship (Unit 9 and B5), and Social Change (Unit 10 and C1). It bridges global theory with the Indian reality.
What is the 5 I Micro Mentoring approach?
It is MaargX's approach of topic-wise assistance in understanding, in-depth analysis and specialised note-making, which narrows the vast Sociology syllabus to what the examination needs.
Can I reschedule tests?
Yes. Each candidate receives a personalised, date-wise schedule, and personalised rescheduling of tests is available so that momentum is maintained without stress.
What mentoring do I get after each test?
Personalised one-on-one mentoring sessions with faculty are conducted after every test. Regular discussion, detailed analysis and personalised evaluation come with every test.
Is the programme available online and offline?
Yes. The complete programme is available in both online and offline modes.
What is the fee?
The total programme fee is ₹15,000.
How can I enrol?
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.
PSIR Optional Mentorship 10 questions
What is the PSIR MAARG?
It is MaargX UPSC's 6-month micro-schedule for the PSIR optional: 180 days and 24 weeks covering Paper I and Paper II, with a daily topic, a daily practice question and a built-in revision loop.
How is the 6-month plan divided?
Months 1 to 3 cover Paper I (political theory, ideologies, Western and Indian thought, the Constitution and institutions). Months 4 to 6 cover Paper II (comparative politics, IR theory, Cold War and the economic system, then Indian foreign policy and global issues).
What does Paper I cover in the plan?
It covers political theory and the state, justice, rights, democracy and power, ideologies, Plato and Aristotle, Machiavelli, the contract theorists, Mill, Marx, Gramsci, Arendt, Indian thought and thinkers, the freedom struggle, the Constitution, institutions, federalism, local governance, the party system and social movements.
What does Paper II cover in the plan?
It covers comparative politics, political economy, state theory, representation, parties, pressure groups, globalisation, IR theories and concepts, the Cold War, NAM, the international economic system, Indian foreign policy, South Asia, India's relations with major powers, the UN and nuclear policy.
What is a DPP?
DPP stands for daily practice problem. Each day has one short written answer on that day's topic, for example "Explain the original position" or "Discuss the Non-Aligned Movement".
How does the revision work?
The plan has a Revision Engine: a core topic, a DPP, cumulative recall from Day 1 up to the previous day, and a weekly summit day for full consolidation and comparative analysis.
What is the Capstone Consolidation?
It is Days 82 to 90 of Paper II: revision of comparative politics, IR theories, the Cold War, the international economy, Indian foreign policy and India's global relations, then a full-length Paper II test on Day 88, answer writing practice on Day 89 and a final revision on Day 90.
Why do the day numbers restart for Paper II?
Each paper runs for 90 days, so Paper II begins again at Day 1 in Month 4. Together the two papers make up the 180 days of the plan.
Is there a separate test series?
Yes. For a separate 12-test series, see the PSIR Optional Test Series. This mentorship is built around daily topics, practice questions and revision.
How can I enrol?
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.
Sociology Batch (Online) 10 questions
What is the SAFAR Sociology Optional programme?
It is a structured UPSC Sociology optional course at MaargX UPSC with 200+ hours of learning, 250+ visual mindmaps, a 250+ question PYQ deep dive, progressive answer writing and mentoring. It is designed with a target score of 300+.
How many hours of teaching does the course have?
The course has 200+ hours of high-intensity learning, built on structural interlinkages between Paper 1 (Sociological Theory) and Paper 2 (Indian Society).
What are the 250+ visual mindmaps?
They are specialised mindmaps that condense complex theories and debates into structured visual anchors, covering key thinkers, core theories, critical analysis, Indian context and contemporary examples. They are built for rapid revision before the Mains.
What is the PYQ deep dive?
It is a 250+ question study of a decade of past year questions. Students analyse the question language, predict recurring thematic patterns and learn to structure answers that match the examiner's underlying prompt.
How does answer writing work in this course?
Progressive output runs in three steps: daily answer writing from Day One, topic-wise sectional tests and full-length Mains tests that simulate exam pressure.
What does the MyPerformance Dashboard show?
It tracks syllabus completion across Paper 1 and Paper 2 and gives analytic diagnostics that isolate weak thematic areas from test scores. It also keeps parents informed as partners in the preparation.
What is the LET’S TALK Mentorship Hub?
It is a mentoring hub where dedicated mentors offer direct dialogue when a student hits a conceptual block or struggles to balance GS with the optional, so that no student is isolated.
How are Paper 1 and Paper 2 taught together?
The course uses a Dual-Node Framework. Paper 1 theory (from the classical trio of Marx, Weber and Durkheim to modern Indian sociologists) is linked to Paper 2 on Indian society, so that students can view contemporary case studies through a theoretical lens.
Is the course available online?
Yes. This is the online batch, and the mindmaps are available to both online and offline cohorts.
How can I enrol?
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.
Prelims Test Series (GS & CSAT) 10 questions
What is UPER-50?
UPER-50 (UPSC Prelims Excellence Run) is MaargX UPSC's 100-day strategic blueprint for UPSC Prelims. It combines a 6-day class routine, 50 core tests, 10,000+ MCQs, an AI performance dashboard and 1:1 mentoring.
How many tests are included and how are they divided?
There are 50 core tests: 30 GS sectional tests (including 5 special tests), 15 dedicated CSAT tests and 5 full-length exam-hall tests. The plan also adds 15 self-assessment tests on the LMS portal.
How is the 100-day plan organised?
Phase 1 (Days 1 to 33) builds the foundation with Polity, History and Art and Culture. Phase 2 (Days 36 to 68) covers Economics, Geography and Environment. Phase 3 (Days 71 to 100) covers Science and Technology, IR, special tests and five full-length tests.
When are the full-length tests held?
The five full-length tests fall on Days 86, 89, 91, 94 and 96, under strict exam-hall conditions with strict timings.
What are the special tests?
The special tests cover high-yield dynamic areas: Map Based (Day 88), Places in News (Day 90), Economic Survey masterclass and test (Day 92), Social Issues (Day 95) and Reports and Indexes (Day 97).
How does the plan handle CSAT?
It runs 15 dedicated CSAT tests in parallel with GS, with integrated classes in Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and English Comprehension. The goal is speed, accuracy and qualifying certainty.
What are the self-assessment tests (SATs)?
SATs are 15 tests on the LMS portal for independent evaluation and revision between the major tests.
How does the My Performance Dashboard help?
It shows a strength radar chart across subjects and blind-spot indicators for areas that need urgent attention. It tracks scores after each test, so mentors and students can act on the gaps.
What mentoring support is included?
There is a Doubt Resolution Desk with mentor access for on-the-spot clarification, and P2P mentorship pods with 1:1 and small-group sessions. Testing schedules are customised using an individual SWOT analysis.
How can I join UPER-50?
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.
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