Ace your UPSC CSE PSIR Optional with 4 Sectional + 4 Full Length Tests (250 marks, 3 hours each) Designed by interview-appeared faculty with predictive analysis based on UPSC trends.
Total Tests: 8 (4 Sectional + 4 Full Length)
Prepp IAS PSIR Mains Test Series 2026/27
4.8+ By Enrolled Students
Language: English
Language: English
Starting from: ₹13,499 ₹8999
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Why Choose PSIR as an Optional?
PSIR is one of the most scoring and strategic optional subjects for UPSC CSE. It offers:
- High scoring potential with structured preparation
- Relatively compact and clear syllabus
- Strong overlap with GS & Essay (Indian Polity,International Relations,political philosophy etc)
- No prior background required – aspirants from any stream can score 280+ with the right guidance
However, UPSC Mains demands much more than just notes or coaching.
You need:
- Political Science perspective, not generic social science answers
- Contemporary national and global examples, and scholars,
- Time-bound, exam-oriented answer writing practice
- Expert feedback to identify exactly where marks are gained or lost
This is exactly what the Prepp IAS PSIR Mains Test Series 2026/27 is designed to deliver.
Test Series Overview
Prepp IAS PSIR Mains Test Series 2026/27A complete, exam-oriented practice and evaluation program for UPSC CSE PSIR Optional.
- Total Tests: 8
- 4 Sectional Tests
- 4 Full Length Tests
- Marks per test: 120 for sectional tests 250 for FLTs
- Duration per test: 3 hours
- Pattern: Exactly as per UPSC CSE Mains PSIR papers
- Coverage: Complete syllabus – Paper I and Paper II
- 6 sectional tests for deep unit-wise coverage
- 4 full length tests for complete exam simulation
- Interview-appeared faculty designing and evaluating tests
- Predictive, trend-based questions aligned with recent UPSC patterns
- Detailedcopy evaluation + model answers for every test
Detailed Test Structure
Sectional Tests (4 Tests)
Paper I – Sectional Tests (2 Tests)- Sectional Test 1
- Political Theory,Theories of State, Western Political Thought, Political Ideologies,
- Equality,Rights, Justice, Hegemony, ideology and legitimacy,
- Concept of power,Democracy, Indian Political Thought
- Sectional Test 2
- Indian Nationalism,Making of the Indian Constitution,
- Salient features of the Indian Constitution,Principal Organs of the Government,
- Grassroots Democracy,Federalism,Statutory Institutions
- Planning and Economic Development,
- Caste,Religion and Ethnicity in Indian Politics,Party System
- Social Movement
- Sectional Test 3
- Comparative Politics,State in Comparative Perspective,
- Politics of Representation and Participation
- Globalisation,Approaches to the study of International Relations
- Key Concepts in International Relations
- Changing International Political Order,Evolution of the International
- Economic System,United Nations,Regionalisation of World Politics,Contemporary Global Concerns
- Sectional Test 4
- Indian Foreign Policy,India's Contribution to NAM.
- India and South Asia,India and the Global South.
- India and the Global Centres of Power,
- India and the UN System,India
- and the Nuclear Question,
- Recent developments in Indian
- Foreign Policy
Each sectional test is of 120 marks and 1.5 hours, focusing on specific parts of the syllabus in depth.
Full Length Tests (4 Tests)
Full Length Tests 1–4- Full syllabus coverage for Paper I & Paper II
- Mix of all units
- Designed exactly like the actual UPSC PSIR Mains papers
- Helps build stamina, time management, and holistic coverage
These tests simulate the real exam environment and help you assess your final readiness.
Key Features
1. UPSC-Pattern Questions with Predictive Analysis
- Questions framed strictly on UPSC style, language, and difficulty
- Based on trend analysis of previous years' papers
- Balanced mix of:
- Static and applied questions
- Theory + contemporary issues
- Conceptual + analytical questions
2. Detailed Evaluation and Feedback
- Copies evaluated by interview-appeared PSIR faculty
- Feedback focuses on:
- Structure and presentation of answers
- Depth of the subject (use of theories, concepts,scholars,examples)
- Relevance to the exact demand of the question
- Time management and attempt strategy
- You will know:
- Why you lost marks
- How to improve in the next test
- What to add (thinkers, diagrams, examples) to move from average to top-level answers
3. Model Answers for Every Test
- Well-structured model answers for all questions
- Show ideal structure — introduction, body, conclusion
- Demonstrate how to:
- Bring in scholars and political science thinkers
- Use Indian and global illustrations
- Add flowcharts and maps without wasting time
- Write value-added, exam-ready answers
4. Faculty Expertise
- Designed and evaluated by interview-appeared faculty with UPSC experience
- Deep understanding of:
- UPSC evaluation expectations
- Common mistakes aspirants make
- What differentiates a 220-answer copy from a 300+ copy
What You Will Achieve
By the end of the test series, you can reasonably expect:
- Improved answer structure – clear, logical, and exam-centric
- Better political science depth in answers
- Consistent use of thinkers,political concepts , and current examples
- Enhanced speed and time management (completing all 19/20 questions)
- Stronger confidence before UPSC Mains
Pricing and Inclusions
Prepp IAS PSIR Mains Test Series 2026/27
- Price: ₹8,999
- Total Tests: 10 (6 Sectional + 4 Full Length)
- Validity: 12 months
You Get:
- 4 sectional tests(120 marks each) + 4 full length tests (250 marks each)
- Detailed copy evaluation within 48–72 hours of submission
- Model answers for all tests
- Feedback on every paper
- Question papers and answer writing sheets (as per UPSC pattern)
- Online platform access to tests, results, and feedback
How to Use the Test Series Effectively
Phase 1 – Foundation & Baseline (Months 1–2)- Start with 1–2 sectional tests
- Understand your current level
- Study model answers carefully
- Complete all remaining sectional tests
- Implement feedback from previous tests
- Strengthen weak areas (specific units or topics)
- Attempt full length tests under strict exam conditions
- Focus on:
- Completing the paper
- Maintaining quality till the last answer
- Revisit difficult questions and topics
- Re-read model answers and your own evaluated copies
- Fine-tune content, examples, and presentation
Why Prepp IAS for PSIR?
- Interview-appeared faculty guiding you at every step
- Predictive question design based on PYQs and current trends
- Full-length, 250-mark UPSC pattern tests – no dilution
- Focus on answer writing excellence, not just question practice
- Affordable pricing at ₹8,999 compared to many high-priced test series
How to Enroll
- Visit ias.prepp.in
- Go to Anthropology Mains Test Series 2026/27
- Click Enroll / Buy Now
- Complete payment
- Get instant access to the test dashboard and start your first test
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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
Read Full Bio
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
Read Full Bio
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
Yes. Even if you’re starting fresh, this test series will help you understand how UPSC expects answers to be written. Begin with sectional tests, use model answers as learning tools, and build gradually.
The test series is relevant for both UPSC CSE 2026 and 2027. You get 12 months validity, so you can plan your attempts according to your target year."
The tests are conducted online through the Prepp IAS platform (ias.prepp.in).You can download the question paper, write answers on paper, and upload scanned copies OR type/upload as per platform instructions.
You will receive evaluated copies with detailed feedback within 48–72 hours of submission (except for peak-mains periods where slight variation may occur).
We offer a 7-day limited refund policy from the date of purchase, subject to terms and usage (tests used
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