This batch has ended
Admissions Closed
Enrolment for this batch is over — but the preparation doesn't stop. Explore the programmes open right now, or ask us about the next batch.
Crash Course cum Test Series for UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 — a focused, time-efficient and practice-oriented revision approach for aspirants with PSIR optional.
PSIR Optional Crash Course cum Test Series for UPSC CSE Mains 2026
With the UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 approaching, aspirants with PSIR optional require a focused, time-efficient and practice-oriented approach to revision. The PSIR Crash Course cum Test Series is designed to address this need by offering a structured revision of the entire syllabus, thorough discussion of PYQs and answer writing practice.
By integrating recent developments in Indian Government & Politics and International Relations, the course ensures relevance and depth in answers – this maximizes scoring potential in the PSIR paper.
Course Highlights
Quick Revision of Complete Syllabus
Quick revision of the complete PSIR syllabus across all four sections.
Selected PYQs Discussion
Selected PYQs of all types to be discussed.
In-class Answer Discussion and Writing
In-class answer discussion and answer writing.
Lectures on Recent Updates in IGP and IR
Lectures on recent updates in IGP and IR, with printed notes of the same provided as well.
Dedicated Focus on IR Portion
Dedicated focus on the IR portion through extensive PYQ discussion.
Two Full Length Tests
Includes two Full Length tests.
PYQs Booklet (Hard Copy)
Hard copy of topic-wise segregated PYQs booklet provided.
8 Tests (Test Series)
8 Tests (6 Sectional Tests + 2 Comprehensive Tests).
Additional Content
Additional content provided if needed.
Detailed Test Paper Discussions
Detailed Test Paper Discussions.
Personal Mentoring
Personal mentoring and one-to-one paper discussion.
Timely Evaluation
Timely evaluation within seven days; evaluated answer copies available during test discussion.
Program Details
- Start Date
- 05th June 2026
- Class Timing
- 02:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Validity
- 31st August 2026
- Total Tests
- 8 Tests (6 Sectional + 2 Full Length Tests)
- Delivery Mode
- Hybrid (Online + Offline)
- Centre Test Timings
- Monday to Saturday: 2PM - 8PM; Sunday: 8AM - 8PM (students may visit the centre to take their tests)
Delivery Mode
- Hybrid (Online + Offline)
- Offline
- Online
- Recorded
Course Fee
Hybrid: ₹15,000 + GST
Course Fee
Crash Course & Test Series: ₹ 15,000 + GST
Only Test Series: ₹ 11,000 + GST
Got questions? Let's talk!
Fill out the form & connect 1-1 with us
Features of PSIR Crash Course for Mains 2026
- Quick Revision of Complete Syllabus (All Four Sections)
- Selected PYQs of all types to be discussed
- In-class answer discussion and answer writing
- Lectures on recent updates in IGP and IR with printed notes provided
- Dedicated focus on IR portion through extensive PYQ discussion
- Includes two Full Length tests
- Hard Copy of topic-wise segregated PYQs booklet provided
Features of PSIR Test Series for Mains 2026
- 8 Tests (6 Sectional Tests + 2 Comprehensive Tests)
- Additional content provided if needed
- Detailed Test Paper Discussions
- Personal mentoring and one-to-one paper discussion
- Timely evaluation within seven days
- Evaluated answer copies available during test discussion
Course Focus Areas
- Aimed at ensuring that students don't just write answers, but improve their understanding of question demand and write accordingly.
- Class discussion to revolve around understanding questions' demand and structuring the answers, so that quality answers could be produced with limited content.
- Selected PYQs of all types to be discussed so that students feel comfortable during exam.
- For Paper 1(A), focus on cross-generation and cross-geography analysis, as per changing pattern of the UPSC Mains.
- For Paper 1(B), new topics like fourth party system, future of coalition politics etc. to be discussed.
- For paper 2, skills to integrate theory of IR with paper 2(B) will be the focus.
Course Fee Structure — Mains 2026
Crash Course cum Test Series: Rs 15,000 + GST. 20% Early bird discount for first 50 students — Promo Code: PSIRCCTS20.
Only Test Series: Rs 11,000 + GST. 10% Early bird discount for first 50 students — Promo Code: PSIRTS10.
Test Schedule (2026)
| Date | Class/Test | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| 05-Jun-26 | Class (Paper 1A) | Western & Indian Political Thought |
| 06-Jun-26 | Class (Paper 1A) | Continuation |
| 07-Jun-26 | Test-1 (Paper 1A) | |
| 08/09-Jun-26 | Test-1 Discussion | |
| 12/13-Jun-26 | Class (Paper 1A) | Ideologies, State Theories, Justice, Equality, Rights, Democracy, Power |
| 14-Jun-26 | Test-2 (Paper 1A) | |
| 15/16-Jun-26 | Test-2 Discussion | |
| 19/20-Jun-26 | Class (Paper 1B) | Indian Independence Struggle, Constitution, Government Organs |
| 21-Jun-26 | Test-3 (Paper 2B) | |
| 22/23-Jun-26 | Test-3 Discussion | |
| 26/27-Jun-26 | Class (Paper 2) | Comparative Politics, Indian Foreign Policy |
| 28-Jun-26 | Test-4 (Paper 2) | |
| 29/30-Jun-26 | Test-4 Discussion | |
| 03/04-Jul-26 | Class (Paper 2) | IR Approaches, Concepts, International Order |
| 05-Jul-26 | Test-5 | |
| 06/07-Jul-26 | Test Discussion | |
| 10/11-Jul-26 | Lecture (Paper 2) | India & Global Relations |
| 12-Jul-26 | Test-6 | |
| 13/14-Jul-26 | Test Discussion | |
| 26-Jul-26 | Test-7 & 8 | Comprehensive (Paper 1 & 2) |
Complete Syllabus Coverage
Paper 1(A) — Political Thought: Western (Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Mill, Marx, Gramsci, Hannah Arendt) & Indian (Dharmashastra, Arthashastra, Buddhist Traditions, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, Sri Aurobindo, Gandhi, Ambedkar, M.N. Roy) Political Thought; Political Ideologies (Liberalism, Socialism, Marxism, Fascism, Gandhism, Feminism); Theories of State, Justice, Equality, Rights, Democracy, Power, Hegemony, Ideology, Legitimacy.
Paper 1(B) — Indian Government & Politics: Independence struggle strategies; making of the Constitution; salient features (Preamble, FRs, DPSPs, Amendment, Judicial Review); Union & State organs; grassroots democracy (Panchayati Raj, 73rd/74th Amendments); statutory institutions; federalism & centre-state relations; planning & economic development; caste/religion/ethnicity; party system & coalition politics; social movements.
Paper 2(A) — Comparative Politics & IR: political theory & approaches; comparative methods; state in comparative perspective; representation & participation; globalisation responses; Indian foreign policy; Non-Alignment Movement.
Paper 2(B) — International Relations: approaches (Idealist, Realist, Marxist, Functionalist, Systems Theory); key concepts (national interest, security, power, balance of power, deterrence); changing international order; international economic system (Bretton Woods to WTO); UN & specialized agencies; regionalisation (EU, ASEAN, APEC, SAARC, NAFTA); global concerns; India & South Asia, Global South, global powers; India's UN role & UNSC seat demand; nuclear policy; recent foreign-policy developments.
Download Resources
Our Top Rankers
UPSC PSIR Topper’s Testimonials
Why This Matters?
- Comprehensive & Timely Revision: Covers all four sections of the PSIR syllabus quickly yet effectively — ideal for focused preparation before Mains.
- Mastery Over PYQs: In-depth analysis and answer discussions of past questions help understand examiner trends and improve answer framing.
- Updated Content with Value Addition: Lectures and printed notes on recent developments in IGP and IR ensure your answers remain current and relevant.
- Structured Answer Writing Practice: In-class answer writing sessions and test discussions to sharpen your writing style, structure and depth.
- Test Series: 6 sectional and 2 full-length tests simulate the exam environment and help in timely self-assessment and improvement.
- Timely Evaluation: Evaluated answer copies are returned within 7 days, allowing for quick course correction and consistent progress tracking.
- Personalized Mentorship: One-to-one test discussions and mentoring provided by Chandan Sir, helping you identify and correct weak areas.
Who Should Join?
- UPSC CSE Mains aspirants who have selected PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) as their optional subject.
- Aspirants seeking a time-efficient crash-course revision of the complete PSIR syllabus before Mains.
- Candidates wanting structured answer-writing practice and a full PSIR test series with personal mentorship.
Programme details
Note & Refund Policy
All our lectures are under the license of copyright protection, under the Copyright Act 1957 (the Act), supported by the Copyright Rules 1958 (the Rules), International Copyright Order, 1999 and Copyright Act in 2012. So copying our videos, illegal piracy, downloads, sharing, distribution etc. are strictly not allowed. We will take strict legal action against people doing so.
We have embedded tracking of video usage with the location, IP and we collect data on the video usage to check if there are any suspicious downloads of video happening with some third-party software. In such cases, the culprits will not be given any warning from our end; instead, strict legal action will be enforced.
Sharing of the user’s login and password is strictly prohibited. If any student is found doing so, his account would be suspended, and we will file a legal case of data theft and piracy against the student. Please do not share logins with your friends; else you will be in deep trouble.
There is access limit for each student – based on the course validity (date mentioned in the course features) and the total duration for which a student can watch any particular video (two times of the length of the video). Under no circumstance requests to extend the validity or increase the view duration will be entertained.
You may be mandatorily required to register the device from which you will be permitted to access the student portal to consume the online services. LevelUP IAS withholds the right to keep the number of devices registered limited.
Students are advised to have minimum internet speed of 2 Mbps for smooth experience. For mobile, videos run efficiently on 4G networks.
A: For Offline/Online Courses (Validity More Than 100 Days)
| Time Frame | Deduction Percentage | Processing Time | Request Method | Refund Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 to Day 7 | 10% deduction | Processed within 30 working days | Only via email to support@levelupias.com | Same bank account used for payment |
| Day 8 to Day 30 | 50% deduction | Processed within 30 working days | Only via email to support@levelupias.com | Same bank account used for payment |
| After Day 30 | No refund applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
B: For Recorded Modules / Courses, Crash Courses, Test Series, and Short-Duration Courses (Validity Less Than 100 Days)
| Time Frame | Deduction Percentage | Processing Time | Request Method | Refund Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 to Day 7 | 20% deduction | Processed within 30 working days | Only via email to support@levelupias.com | Same bank account used for payment |
| On or After Day 8 | No refund applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
NOTE: The deduction is based on the course fee, not the amount paid.
NOTE: If a student transfers from one course to another, they will not be eligible for a refund.
Procedure to Request a Refund
All refund requests must be submitted via email to support@levelupias.com with the following details:
- Student’s Full Name
- Course Name
- Date of Enrolment
- Reason for Requesting a Refund
- Supporting Documents (if required)
NOTE 1: Refund requests made verbally, over the phone, on any social media or in person will NOT be valid or accepted.
NOTE 2: The refund request date will be considered as the date when all required documents are received by the Institute. Approved refunds will be processed within 30 working days after that.
NOTE 3: Only bonafide refund requests will be accepted. If any course material (videos, handouts, etc.) is accessed or downloaded with malafide intent, the refund request will be strictly denied.
Ready to start?
PSIR Optional Crash Course cum Test Series for UPSC CSE Mains 2026
Crash Course cum Test Series for UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 — a focused, time-efficient and practice-oriented revision approach for aspirants with PSIR optional.
