UPSC Simplified

Ayush Jain turned failures into success in his fourth UPSC attempt with Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) optional. His strategies, notes, and answer-writing tips are a masterclass for aspirants.

From a small town once caught in conflict to the IAS, Subhankar Bala’s journey to AIR 79 in UPSC shows how far self-study can go. Here, he shares the exact methods, digital tools, and mindset shifts that helped him succeed without coaching.

Engineering graduate Adesh Sharma transitioned from a secure corporate job to a successful UPSC ranker. He shares strategic tips and insights on mastering sociology as an optional subject for aspirants.

Fuelled by his deep interests in current affairs and global politics, Ayush Jain chose Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) as his UPSC optional. His strategic shift in approach helped him secure an All India Rank of 344 on his fourth attempt. Sharing his mistakes and learnings, he offers a masterclass for PSIR aspirants.

Despite peers advising against it, Haryana-based Ajay switched his UPSC optional due to persistent low scores. Anthropology offered a concise, defined syllabus, predictability, personal interest, and a multidisciplinary appeal. The IRS officer shares seven ultimate tips for anthropology aspirants.

The UPSC CSE Mains essay paper, contributing 250 crucial marks, requires strategic preparation. Learn from toppers on selecting familiar topics, managing time, storytelling, ensuring flow, balancing views, presenting effectively, and much more.

Despite being assigned election duty just before her UPSC prelims, Rishika secured an All India Rank of 217. While juggling her job as a school teacher, she strategically utilised limited time, relying on digital resources and adaptive learning techniques to achieve her dreams.

Manu Garg speaks about attempting the UPSC exam with a disability, cracking the political science paper and framing answers in the interview round.

Raised in rural Haryana, Hemant Pareek witnessed his mother’s struggles as a daily wage labourer. Moved by injustice, he set out to become a civil servant after a contractor mocked him, and with community support, he cleared the UPSC exam on his first attempt.

A promise made to his father, a blacksmith, drove Smit Panchal to become an IAS officer at just 22. After two attempts, financial struggles, and setbacks, he achieved AIR 30. This is the incredible story of his determination and the promise that changed his life.