PRAYAS is a UPSC Mains Answer Writing Program for UPSC CSE aspirants designed to enhance their Mains answer writing skills in just 60 days. Through its daily answer writing practice and unique teaching and evaluation style, the program ensures that a student is UPSC Mains ready.
UPSC Mains Answer Writing: 60 Days Mentorship Program
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Language: Bilingual - Hinglish
Language: Bilingual - Hinglish
Starting from: ₹17,999 ₹11999
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About This Course
This UPSC Mains Answer Writing course is designed and delivered by Sourabh Sir who has extensive experience in building answer writing skills among UPSC aspirants.
PRAYAS is ideal for students who are eager to begin mains answer writing for the UPSC CSE Exam but are unsure about the correct approach. With a structured methodology anchored in Previous Year Questions (PYQs) and daily answer writing practice, this course simplifies the art of UPSC Mains answer writing and makes it more accessible and effective for aspirants.
Batch Deliverables
- Live daily answer writing practice for 60 days
- GS1 to GS4 coverage
- Access to repository of recorded videos by Sourabh sir to understand basics of answer writing
- Mains Test Series (Optional)
- 1-1 Mentorship Session with Sourabh Sir (Optional)
Important Dates & Timings
- Live Class Timings: Monday to Friday, 05:00 PM to 06:00 PM
- Course Start Date: 14th July 2025
- Course Validity: Till Feb, 2026
UPSC Mains Answer Writing: Common Challenges
Aspirants, irrespective of their preparation level, frequently encounter specific challenges when it comes to daily answer writing practice for UPSC:
- Fear of Starting: Many postpone answer writing until they "complete the syllabus", a never-ending cycle. This delay proves costly.
- Lack of Structure: How to begin? What to include in the body? How to conclude? The absence of a clear framework leads to disorganized and low-scoring answers.
- Time Management Problem: Struggling to finish the paper within the stipulated three hours, often leaving valuable UPSC Mains questions unattempted.
- Content vs. Presentation Gap: Knowing the facts but failing to present them in an examiner-friendly manner.
- Insufficient Feedback: Writing answers without proper evaluation means repeating mistakes and non-improvement. Generic feedback doesn't make a difference.
- Static Content: Answers lacking dynamic elements, current relevance, or innovative presentation techniques.
- Difficulty with Daily Practice: Maintaining consistency in daily mains answer writing practice without motivation or a structured schedule.
- Understanding Question Nuances: Misinterpreting directive words (e.g., 'critically examine' vs. 'discuss') leading to off-topic answers.
UPSC Mains Answer Writing in 60 Days: PRAYAS
The core objective of Prayas is to enhance your Answer Writing skills for UPSC CSE Mains through a structured and phased approach. The Phases include:
UPSC Mains Answer Writing Program | |
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Phase 1: Build your Foundation - Understand Exam Demand through Quality Workshops and Daily Answer Writing |
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Phase 2: Prepare Yourself for Mains - Half Length Tests (Total 08 - 02 Per GS )* |
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Phase 3: Become Mains Ready - Full-Length Tests (Total 04 - 01 Per GS)* |
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PRAYAS Plus - Additional Features (Not Included in PRAYAS - To be opted separately by student) |
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Hence, in 60 days, Master Answer Writing for the most crucial stage of Exam - MAINS 2026 Note(*) - The enrolled students are eligible for Phase 2 and Phase 3 if they have opted for the test series | |
How PRAYAS Improves Mains Answer Writing in 60 Days?
Content Coverage:
Comprehensive GS Coverage: Deep understanding of all General Studies (GS) papers (GS1 to GS4).
Feedback and Improvement:
Personalized Feedback: Detailed evaluations tailored to strengths and weaknesses.
Time Management:
Effective Strategies: Learn techniques to manage time during the UPSC Mains effectively
Exam Simulation:
Real Exam Atmosphere: Full-length GS tests simulate the actual exam environment.
Duration and Structure:
02 months of Intensive, Structured approach to refine your skills. Phase-wise planning: Daily/Weekly practice -> Half-length tests -> Full-length tests.
Practice and Guidance:
In-Class Practice: Time-bound sessions to simulate exam conditions. Expert Guidance: Workshops to understand answer writing strategies. Live Demonstrations: Faculty to showcase effective answer writing techniques.
Evaluation and Techniques:
Individualized Evaluation: Detailed feedback on answers.
Value - Addition: Incorporate current affairs, examples, data, maps, flow charts, and diagrams.
Holistic Approach: Showcase a deep understanding of complex issues.
Download Sample Evaluated SheetComprehensive Solutions:
Well-structured solutions with necessary value-added information along with Current Affairs Integration.
Download Sample Model AnswersCustomization and Levels:
Customized GS Courses: 15-day cycles of daily practice, Half-Length Tests, and Full-Length Tests. (*Depends on the availed variable of Prayas)
For All Levels: Suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced candidates.
Answer Writing Journey:
PRAYAS - Number of Questions GS Daily (02 Question) Weekly (05 Questions) Half Length Full Length Total GS01 30 15 20 20 85 GS02 30 15 20 20 85 GS03 30 15 20 20 85 GS04 23 15 20 20 78 Total 333 Session Summary
Session Discussion Evaluation Model Answer Daily Answer Writing Yes Yes Yes Weekly Tests No Yes Yes Half Length Tests No Yes Yes Full-Length Tests No Yes Yes
Important Details
| Mode | Online |
| Timing for Session | 5:00 PM every day (as per schedule) |
| Half/Full-Length Test Timing | 10:00 AM as per schedule |
| Model Answers | To be provided same day after the Session/Test (In soft copy) |
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| Answer Sheet Evaluation |
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| Note | Relevant content links for topics will be provided beforehand for added understanding |
Choosing the Best Daily Answer Writing Program
When it comes to elevating your UPSC Mains Answer Writing to a winning level, Prepp IAS's PRAYAS program stands out as the definitive choice for your daily answer writing journey.
- 1-1 Mentorship for Personalized Growth: Unlike other programs, PRAYAS offers unparalleled 1-1 Mentorship with seasoned experts. This means personalized feedback on your UPSC Mains Answer Writing, addressing your specific weaknesses and helping you refine your approach to crafting exceptional mains answers.
- Structured 60-Day Daily Answer Writing Discipline: PRAYAS ensures consistent daily answer writing practice for UPSC through a meticulously structured 60-day program. This systematic approach ensures you build the vital discipline and master the skills necessary to tackle diverse UPSC Mains questions regularly.
- Comprehensive GS Coverage with UPSC-Relevant Questions: The program provides exhaustive coverage of GS1-GS4, featuring a rich repository of high-quality UPSC Mains practice questions that are carefully curated to mirror the actual exam's demands.
- Expert-Led Live Discussions & Model Answers: Benefit directly from live discussions that immediately follow your daily answer writing sessions, offering critical insights and real-time clarity. Coupled with meticulously crafted model answers for UPSC Mains, PRAYAS provides a clear blueprint for understanding and consistently producing high-scoring mains answers.
- Mastery of Time Management and Real Exam Simulation: PRAYAS is designed to help you master time constraints. Through timed daily mains answer writing practice and a progressive three-phase approach, the program rigorously prepares you to manage your time effectively, ensuring you can attempt all upsc mains questions efficiently on exam day.
- Holistic Evaluation Focused on Value Addition: Our evaluations go beyond mere corrections, offering detailed, constructive feedback on your mains answers. PRAYAS guides you on incorporating essential value-addition techniques – seamlessly integrating current affairs, diagrams, data, and analytical depth into your UPSC Mains Answer Writing.
Know Your Faculty - Sourabh Jain Sir (Senior Faculty and Director Prepp IAS)
Sourabh Jain is a dedicated educator and mentor with a B.Tech from NIT Allahabad and a proven track record in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. He has qualified for the Personality Test (Interview) in both 2018 and 2019 attempts. With 05+ years of teaching experience, he has been instrumental in guiding over 2000 students towards their UPSC dreams. His honest, straightforward mentoring style makes him a trusted name among aspirants.
Join Prepp IAS's PRAYAS Program to master answer writing for the UPSC CSE Mains 2026 in just 60 days. With comprehensive content coverage, expert guidance, personalized feedback and 1-1 mentorship, this intensive course will enhance your writing skills and ensure you're fully prepared to excel in the Mains examination.
Prepp IAS Contact Details
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Meet Your Faculty
Siddhartha Kumar
4 Mains, 1 interview
Expertise in Economy, Polity, Governance and Ethics
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Siddhartha Kumar
Expertise in Economy, Polity, Governance and Ethics
He is a young and dynamic faculty in UPSC CSE field who has himself appeared in UPSC Interview and scored 120+ consecutively 3 times in UPSC Prelims. Overall he has appeared for 4 Mains and 1 Interview in UPSC CSE. He has also cleared various other competitive exams like IBPS PO (Selected as PO and worked there for more than 2 years), UPSC EPFO (reserve list) etc. This experience makes him understand the challenges and limitations that aspirants face in preparing for UPSC CSE.
Sourabh Jain
2 Mains, 2 interview
Expertise in Polity, Society and History
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Sourabh Jain
Expertise in Polity, Society and History
Sourabh possesses the distinguishing feature of qualifying for Personality Test (Interview) of UPSC CSE in both of his attempts. Along with this, he has also scored 285+ score in Public Administration optional in both of his attempts. His expertise lies in giving right and honest guidance to aspirants and in the span of last 1.5 years, he has mentored 1000+ students across the country. Before joining Prepp IAS, he had been associated with Vision IAS as a guest faculty.
Prashant Bhule
4 Mains, 2 Interview
Expertise in History, Economy, Society and Internal Security
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Prashant Bhule
Expertise in History, Economy, Society and Internal Security
Senior Faculty in UPSC CSE field with experience of teaching multiple subjects in multiple leading civil services coaching institutes. He has appeared for 4 mains and 2 interviews in UPSC CSE, with two 140+ scores in Prelims. His exam-oriented teaching jazzed up with wit makes classes interactive and interesting which can surely help students in solving questions.
Sitender Choudhary
1 Mains, 1 Interview
Expertise in Geography, Environment and Internal Security
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Sitender Choudhary
Expertise in Geography, Environment and Internal Security
He is a teacher by passion and has experience of more than 5 years in teaching and guiding UPSC CSE Aspirants. He has taught in many reputed offline and online institutes like VISION IAS, Dheya IAS, Future IAS, residential coaching of Haj Committee of India etc. He himself has appeared for Personality Test (Interview) for UPSC and understands the demand of the exam. He has guided thousands of UPSC Aspirants across India in past 5 years.
Siddhartha Kumar
4 Mains, 1 interview
Expertise in Economy, Polity, Governance and Ethics
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Siddhartha Kumar
Expertise in Economy, Polity, Governance and Ethics
He is a young and dynamic faculty in UPSC CSE field who has himself appeared in UPSC Interview and scored 120+ consecutively 3 times in UPSC Prelims. Overall he has appeared for 4 Mains and 1 Interview in UPSC CSE. He has also cleared various other competitive exams like IBPS PO (Selected as PO and worked there for more than 2 years), UPSC EPFO (reserve list) etc. This experience makes him understand the challenges and limitations that aspirants face in preparing for UPSC CSE.
Sourabh Jain
2 Mains, 2 interview
Expertise in Polity, Society and History
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Sourabh Jain
Expertise in Polity, Society and History
Sourabh possesses the distinguishing feature of qualifying for Personality Test (Interview) of UPSC CSE in both of his attempts. Along with this, he has also scored 285+ score in Public Administration optional in both of his attempts. His expertise lies in giving right and honest guidance to aspirants and in the span of last 1.5 years, he has mentored 1000+ students across the country. Before joining Prepp IAS, he had been associated with Vision IAS as a guest faculty.
Prashant Bhule
4 Mains, 2 Interview
Expertise in History, Economy, Society and Internal Security
Read Full Bio
Prashant Bhule
Expertise in History, Economy, Society and Internal Security
Senior Faculty in UPSC CSE field with experience of teaching multiple subjects in multiple leading civil services coaching institutes. He has appeared for 4 mains and 2 interviews in UPSC CSE, with two 140+ scores in Prelims. His exam-oriented teaching jazzed up with wit makes classes interactive and interesting which can surely help students in solving questions.
Sitender Choudhary
1 Mains, 1 Interview
Expertise in Geography, Environment and Internal Security
Read Full Bio
Sitender Choudhary
Expertise in Geography, Environment and Internal Security
He is a teacher by passion and has experience of more than 5 years in teaching and guiding UPSC CSE Aspirants. He has taught in many reputed offline and online institutes like VISION IAS, Dheya IAS, Future IAS, residential coaching of Haj Committee of India etc. He himself has appeared for Personality Test (Interview) for UPSC and understands the demand of the exam. He has guided thousands of UPSC Aspirants across India in past 5 years.
Karan Singh
CSAT Expert
Expert in CSAT
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Karan Singh
Expert in CSAT
He is B. Tech in Electronics and Communication and teaching CSAT from 2017 . He has worked with many reputed institutes in the field of UPSC like SRIAS, ALS and many others. Prior to that he has taught aptitude and reasoning under campus placement drive in different reputed universities like Banasthali University, Mody University.
Dimple Nankani
4 Mains, 1 Interview
Expert in Ethics
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Dimple Nankani
Expert in Ethics
She has over 5 years of expertise in teaching Ethics for UPSC CSE. She has scored 130 marks on the Ethics paper herself and understands the intricacies of the subject matter. Her teaching methodology involves a balanced approach between theoretical concepts and practical application, which helps students grasp the subject matter in a comprehensive manner.
Karuna Mishra
2 Mains, 1 Interview
Expert in Science & Tech
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Karuna Mishra
Expert in Science & Tech
She is a dedicated educator for past 6 years who believes in the concept of Learner’s First. She has taught in many reputed offline and online institutes like Edukemy and Edge IAS. She herself wrote 02 UPSC CSE Mains and appreared in State PSC interview twice.
Samridhi Goyal
4 Mains, 2 Interviews
Expertise in General Studies Paper 3
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Samridhi Goyal
Expertise in General Studies Paper 3
She holds a B.Tech in Computer Science from UIET, Panjab University, Chandigarh, and an MBA in Finance from UBS, Panjab University. Additionally, they have earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology from the State University of South Florida, Tampa, USA. With 5 UPSC attempts, 4 Mains qualifications, and 2 interviews (2013, 2017), she brings a wealth of experience and insights into the Civil Services Examination. Having worked with prominent institutions like Study IQ, Career Launcher, Unacademy, GS Score, Analog IAS, Insight, Drishti IAS, KSG, and Tathastu, she has been instrumental in guiding aspirants toward success.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary objective of the PRAYAS program is to significantly enhance your UPSC Mains Answer Writing skills for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) Mains. The course specifically aims to help you construct well-structured, concise, and impactful mains answers through consistent daily answer writing, timed tests, and expert guidance.
The PRAYAS course is structured in three phases over a period of two months:
Phase 1: Focuses on daily answer writing practice with detailed workshops and personalized feedback.
Phase 2: Includes 08 half-length tests to improve time management and answer writing techniques.
Phase 3: Simulates the real examination atmosphere with full-length GS tests and personalized feedback.
The objective of the workshops is to provide detailed, parameter-wise guidance on answer writing by expert faculty, particularly Sourabh Jain Sir. These workshops aim to deepen your understanding of how to construct effective mains answers, significantly improving your writing style, answer structure, and content delivery in line with UPSC expectations.
The PRAYAS course is beneficial for UPSC aspirants at all levels, from beginners to advanced candidates. It is especially useful for those seeking a structured daily answer writing practice for UPSC.
The PRAYAS course starts on 14th July 2025 and is delivered online. Classes are held at 05 PM as per the detailed schedule which is provided in advance.
Yes, the program incorporates a 15-day rolling plan for each General Studies subject, which allows for flexibility in joining GS-specific sessions, focusing on particular areas where you need more intensive answer writing practice.
The 1-1 Mentorship in PRAYAS (optional) includes direct, live sessions with Sourabh Jain Sir, typically conducted every 10–15 days (a total of 4 sessions – one dedicated to each GS paper). These sessions are intensely focused on providing personalized feedback based on your submitted answer sheets, identifying your specific problem areas in mains answer writing, and helping you refine your overall preparation strategy for the UPSC Mains examination.
Mentorship bridges the gap between theory and execution. It helps you understand your unique weaknesses, fine-tune your mains answer writing style, and get clarity on structuring, presentation, and time management. Regular interactions with your mentor ensure that your approach is aligned with UPSC expectations and improves consistently over the 60-day program.
The Duration would be 40-60 Minutes.
Students enrolled in the PRAYAS program can conveniently submit their daily answer writing practice questions in PDF format through the dedicated Prepp IAS portal. Checked and evaluated copies will also be returned to you on the same portal for easy access and review.
Absolutely. High-quality model answers for UPSC Mains, complete with detailed explanations, value-added content, and current affairs integration, will be provided for all UPSC Mains practice questions covered in the daily practice and test series.
The best answer writing course is the PRAYAS program by Prepp IAS. It offers structured phases, comprehensive GS coverage, personalized feedback, and real exam simulations to master answer writing for UPSC CSE Mains 2026.
Hear it From The Learners
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Tejaswini Iyer
New Delhi, NCR
“It was a very well-planned elaborate course. It was really very helpful as it gave a taste of how the real exam would be. Also Known”
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Sonali Sharan
Student, Gurugram
“The course was really helpful. It was a whole package of learning on how to go for answer writing in UPSC. The faculty members were really supportive and very active in clearing our doubts. I got to know where i am lacking, what are my weaknesses and faults and what improvements i need in the journey of UPSC. Overall i can say it was a fruitful output with minimum input. Looking forward for further courses as well. Thankyou.”
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Suman
Student, Gurugram
“Very detailed feedback on answers were provided which made me aware of the lacunae in my preparation and helped to further rectify it.”
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Ritik
Student
“Helped me a lot to improve my writing skills. When started I was not confident, but now I'm able to deal with the questions confidently. Special thanks to sourabh sir.”
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Nidhi
Student
“Thanks to prepp ias team special thank to Siddharth sir n Saurabh sir this course is very helpful to me, apke daily guidence bht helpful hai.this is the best platform for the upsc aspirant”
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Divya
New Delhi, NCR
“I started my preparation 3 months ago with prepp IAS daily guidance UPSC 2022, this course helped to understand what exactly answer writing means before this i was not sure where to start, how to start, what to write to practice answer writing but after this course i m at least sure about this if i have enough content i can write answer and i Really want to keep practising answer writing with prepp IAS Team, Looking forward for another series”
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Boricha
Student
“As a beginner and a state psc aspirant, now I can understand the question and changed my thought process thank u team prepp”