P T Lee Chengalvaraya Naicker
IAS Academy
(Study Centre for Competitive Examinations)
UPSC Orientation 2025-26
By
Mr Jeeva
WELCOME YOU ALL
UPSC
▪ Lee Comssion - 1923
▪ Established on 1 October 1926 as Public Service Commission, it was later reconstituted as Federal
Public Service Commission by the Government of India Act 1935; only to be renamed as today's
Union Public Service Commission after the independence.
▪ conducts direct recruitment of officers to the All India Services and the Central Civil
Services (Group A and B) through examinations.
▪ It is also required to be consulted by the Government in matters relating to the appointment,
transfer, promotion and disciplinary matters. The commission reports directly to the President.
▪ The commission is headquartered at Dholpur House, in New Delhi and functions through its own
secretariat.
The UPSC Exam is one of the most competitive exams in India. It is the gateway to a
career in the Indian Administrative Service, the Indian Foreign Service, and other
prestigious civil services.
It is a long and challenging journey, but it is possible to succeed if you are willing to put
in the hard work and dedication.
UPSC preparation involves forming a well-structured study plan, consistent effort, and
a focused approach to succeed in the highly competitive Civil Services Examination.
UPSC - Eligibility Criteria
▪ Nationality: Indian
▪ Age: 21–32 (General), relaxation for others
▪ Education: Any graduate degree
▪ Attempts: General (6), OBC (9), SC/ST (Unlimited)
Stage 1: Prelims Exam Pattern:
Stage 2: Mains
Paper Subject Nature of the paper Duration Marks
Paper A Compulsory Indian Language Qualifying 3 hours 300
Paper B Compulsory English Language Qualifying 3 hours 300
Paper I Essay Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Paper II General Studies I Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Paper III General Studies II Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Paper IV General Studies III Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Paper V General Studies IV Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Paper VI Optional Paper I Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Paper VII Optional Paper II Merit ranking 3 hours 250
Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview) 275 Marks
➢ Final Rank = Mains + Interview Marks
Strategies and Tips to Prepare for the UPSC CSE
1. The right mindset is crucial if you want to grow in life.
2. Start your preparation at least a year before the Prelims exam.
3. Analyse the Syllabus Thoroughly
4. Analyze Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
5. Start reading a newspaper regularly and make short notes based on relevant articles (Magazines)
6. Focus on Conceptual Clarity - Read the basic NCERT books and then go through the UPSC
Syllabus relevant Textbooks.
7. To attend the classes regularly and revise the content after class.
8. Make use of the internet and social media for your preparation carefully.
9. Start learning the basics of answer writing.
10. Don’t Neglect the CSAT Paper
11. Join a Test Series for both Prelims and Mains.
12. Revision is the Key
PT LEE Chengalvaraya Naicker IAS Academy
UPSC Coaching 2025-26 Details:
1. Class starts on July 25th 2025
2. Course Duration – 11 Months,
3. Daily Classes: Prelims + Mains integrated
4. NCERT + Standard Book Coverage
5. Class Time: 8 am to 10.30 am & 11 am to 1.30 pm [2/3 weeks , 2 Subjects]
8.30 am to 10.30 am & 11 am to 1 pm [Remaining Days, One Day One Subject ]
4. Afternoon - 2 pm to 5 pm – Library – Study Hall
5. Unit Test – 27 [ Usually Conducted on Saturday]
1. Specific Subject Portions
2. Current Affairs
3. PYQ
4. Test Discussion
6. UPSC Prelims Test series 2025-26 [ Plan to starts on Dec 2025]
1. 22 Tests + 3 Full Mock Test
2. Test Discussions
7. Voluntary Prelims Tests – Reputed Institutes
8. Mentorship – One to One
9. Guest Lectures by Civil Servants
10. Mains – TEST Orientation
11. Mains – Answer Writing Practice [ Starts on Oct 1st week 2025]
1. One day One Mains Questions
12. Mains – Test Series [ 1st set -> Up to DEC 31st 2025, 2nd Set -> After Prelims 2026]
Educators Profile
Name : Mr. SURJITH SELESTINE
Subject : Geography, Resources and
Industries and Science &
Technology
A former Software Engineer More than 10
years of with 5 times UPSC Mains Experience.
Assisted more than 500 students in clearing UPSC
and TNPSC Examinations.
Name : Mr. SIVARAJ M
Subject : Mental Ability and Aptitude
(CSAT)
A passionate and dynamic teacher with 9
years of experience in training Civil Services
aspirants and a training the students for the
placements in top colleges and universities all
over India.
Name : Mr. ARUN SHANKAR GORKY
Subject: History
Graduated as Engineer and Master of Arts
in History he had qualified for UPSC Personality
Test thrice. With 17 years of experience in the
UPSC training had trained over 1000 students and
100+ of them got cleared UPSC and serving for
our Country in various posts like IAS, IPS, IRS,
IFoS, etc.,
Name : Mr. KANNAN S
Subject: Environment and Quantitative
Reasoning (CSAT)
As writer and a Geography trainer, who
has also specialized in Environment and
Reasoning (CSAT) with an experience of over 15
years in training the aspirants. He wrote a book
called ‘Kizhavi’ a collection of short stories
published in January 2022.
Name : Mr. JEGAN PREETH
Subject: Reasoning (CSAT)
An extraordinary Educator who has
over 12 years of experience in Verbal Ability,
Communication Skills and Behavioral Skills
Trainer. He had trained students of the IIT’s of
Kanpur, Kharagpur, Guwahati and Powai. He is
training the Civil Service students on their
Linguistic Abilities and Reading
Comprehension for CSAT.
Name: Mr. DINESH PRASANNA N
Subject : Environment and Current Affairs
With a graduation in Information
Technology he has an experience of over 10 years
in the Civil Services field. Had given 7 Mains and
2 Personality Tests and also cleared TNPSC
Group II and got appointed as in the Secretariat.
Name : Mr. SREERAM E
Subject: Indian Polity and Current Affairs
An ambitious individual with a greater
leadership and social causes analyst who
believes that education is the key to achieving
social capillarity. And as a mentor, he helps
students foster critical thinking in General
Studies by linking concepts.
Pay attention to your emotional state – emotional well being
Code of Conduct & Expectations
1. Attendance
2. Assignments
3. Discipline & academic decorum
4. Encourage reading, consistency, newspaper habits
5. Revision & notes preparation
6. Mock test participation
7. Open mind for feedback
Contact & Support Info
▪ Mentor contact details – Shared Soon
▪ WhatsApp/Telegram group links – Will be created
▪ Support/helpdesk info
▪ Mobile: 93428 88707
▪ Mail: [email protected]
▪ Coordinators – Mr Logesh & Mrs Deepika
Outcomes of UPSC Aspirants
✓ Responsible citizens – Politically, Socially, Economically and Etc
✓ The UPSC Course designed to assess your personality, leadership qualities, and analytical ability.
✓ Prepared the Common Questions: your background, hobbies, interests, and your DAF.(SWOT)
✓ Current Affairs and General Knowledge
✓ Optional Subject Knowledge
✓ Developed Clear Communication Skills - speaking confidently and clearly.
✓ Pay attention to your body language and maintain eye contact with the person.(Panel)
✓ Be polite and respectful while answering questions.
✓ Stay Calm and Composed
Daily Routine of a Dedicated UPSC Aspirant
5:30 AM – 6:00 AM: Wake-Up & Freshen Up
1. Early rising cultivates discipline.
2. Light physical activity, meditation, or a short walk to energize the body and mind.
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM: First Study Session (Fresh Mind – Core Subjects)
1. Focus on high-retention subjects like Polity, Economy, or History.
2. Make short notes or revise previously covered content.
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast Break
1. Healthy, quick breakfast.
2. Avoid screens to stay mindful and refreshed.
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Second Study Session (Class/GS/Current Affairs/ Optional Subjects)
1. Deep-dive into regular class.
2. Practice daily The Hindu / Indian Express newspaper analysis + current affairs notes.
10:30 AM – 11:00 PM: Break / Relaxation
1. Tea or coffee, stretching, or light music.
2. Helps in mental resetting before the next session.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Third Study Session (NCERTs / GS Paper Integration)
1. Focus on NCERTs, GS Paper I-IV, Ethics, or Environment.
2. Interlink topics, update static notes with current examples.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Lunch + Rest
1. Nutritious meal, 20–30 mins rest.
2. Avoid screen distractions.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Fourth Study Session (Answer Writing / Test Practice)
1. Practice Mains answer writing or Prelims MCQs/PYQS or CSAT.
2. Analyze feedback and performance.
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Evening Break (Physical Activity / Walk / Hobby)
1. Relax the mind with exercise or a creative hobby.
2. Recharge for evening studies.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Fifth Study Session (Class Revision + Mock Analysis+ NEW GS Subject)
1. Revise Class notes, do quick fact-based revisions (maps, stats, reports).
2. Analyze mistakes in mock tests.
3. Reading – New GS Subject
8:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Dinner
1. Light meal.
2. Brief conversation with family (mental support).
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM/10.30 PM: Light Reading / Wind Down
1. Read a biography, Yojana/Kurukshetra, or light subject revision.
2. Set the plan for next day.
10:00 PM/10.30 PM – Sleep
1. Sleep is essential for memory consolidation and mental health.
"This is not just an exam. It’s a mission."
Wishing everyone a great learning journey!
THANK YOU
