r/UPSCIASMentor

We will do session of newspaper
And static every day
And has to be serious and consistent

Hello, it is very difficult to find credible people to have as a guide or mentor for the preparation. If any one previously appeared for interview and is taking small chunk of people for mentoring or helping. If anyone has any leads please help. Paid/unpaid whatever it is !
About me - 1 mains appeared okayish marks, last attempt left.
Thanks in advance.

I’m a recent graduate and want to move forward in my career, but I’m confused about which path to take.
For the last several years, I’ve wanted to prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. At the same time, I’m scared of the possibility of failure and getting stuck in the cycle of repeated attempts, only to find myself years older with nothing to show for it. Even so, I want to give it one honest shot.
My biggest confusion is about coaching.
My father wants me to join Patanjali Civil Services Academy in Haridwar because he believes it will provide a safe and disciplined environment. My concern is that the academy hasn’t fully started yet, there are very few reviews online, and I have no way of knowing whether it will be a good choice. Since it’s a two year program, I don’t want to make the wrong decision.
My second option is Vajiram & Ravi in Delhi, since it’s widely considered one of the top coaching institutes for UPSC.
The third option is to skip UPSC preparation altogether and pursue a master’s degree abroad instead.
I’m looking for genuine, unbiased advice from people who have been through this process or have experience with these options. What would you do in my situation, and why?

Hello all,
I have started preparing Sociology and I’m able to understand the concepts reasonably well. However, when I look at the PYQs from the topics I’ve already studied, I often feel overwhelmed. I usually feel that I know what the question is asking and have a rough idea of the answer, but I struggle to structure it in the way UPSC expects. It makes me wonder whether I’m actually understanding the subject well enough.
Did you also face something similar when you started with Sociology? If yes, how did you overcome this phase? Was it just a matter of more answer writing and revision, or did you follow a specific approach while reading and practicing?
Thank you for your guidance.

Hello friends, I’m a complete beginner to UPSC and don't know the basics. Due to financial issues, I can't afford paid courses. Can anyone share free lecture links? If lectures aren't possible, please help me with standard coaching institute notes .Thanks in advance for the help!

I recently graduated from du, please suggest which one to choose for offline coaching- Vision/Vajiram/Next or any other. I haven’t prepared anything by myself till now. But i want to start now dedicatedly.
- Also suggest nearby areas which have 1RK, fully furnished available.

Kindly suggest economical and good quality online course for cse 2027.

I'm planning to move to Delhi for UPSC preparation. Can someone explain the difference between ORN (Old Rajinder Nagar), Rajendra Nagar, and Karol Bagh? Which area is better for coaching, libraries, PGs, safety, and overall student life?