Open Admissions
Start Date
1st September 2026
Validity
31st January 2027
Class Upload Time
10 AM (Refer to schedule for more information)
Tests
8 (6 Sectional + 2 FLTs)
Test Discussion
Recorded
Delivery Mode
Recorded Lectures
Anthropology Crash Course Cum Mentorship Program 2027
₹15,000 + 18% GST
Note: Each recorded lecture can be watched a maximum of two times.
Note: The students may visit the centre to take their tests on Sunday between 8 AM – 8 PM.
Anthropology Crash Course Cum Test Series 2027
Cover your entire Anthropology Optional syllabus for UPSC CSE 2027 through crash course along with test series. Get mentored by Karandeep Singh, the mentor of 240+ UPSC toppers including AIR 7, AIR 24, AIR 32, AIR 36, AIR 40, AIR 41, AIR 46, and AIR 48 and more.
This program is designed to provide you with holistic preparation, detailed feedback, and mentorship that will help you excel in the Anthropology optional and secure 300+ marks. You will receive detailed feedback and hand-holding guidance throughout your journey to address your critical gaps and ensure you are exam-ready.
Program Highlights
Thorough Revision of Syllabus
Thorough revision of most repeated themes of the syllabus ensuring that no topic is left untouched. Value addition through test discussions.
UPSC-Level Tests
6 Sectional Tests: Focused tests on specific portions of the syllabus for an in-depth understanding. 2 Full-Length Tests: Simulate the actual UPSC exam experience with two full-length tests.
Mentorship & Feedback
Fortnightly doubt sessions on Zoom with Karandeep Sir ensuring doubts redressal. Mentorship sessions for evaluated copies with mentors.
Inclusion of Current Events Relevant to the Subject
Test evaluation in a timely manner, ensuring quality feedback. Multi-level evaluation process to provide comprehensive suggestions for improvement.
Flexible Submission Options
Flexible submission options till course expiry.
Updated with the Latest Trends
Test series is designed in line with latest UPSC trends.
Features Comparison
| Features | Crash Course & Test Series | Test Series |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded Lectures | ✅ | ❌ |
| Detailed Test Paper Discussions | ✅ | ✅ |
| Model Answers | ✅ | ✅ |
| Curated Revision Material | ✅ | ❌ |
| Mentorship | ✅ | ✅ |
| Timely and Multi-Level Evaluation | ✅ | ✅ |
| Doubt Sessions | ✅ | ✅ |
Program Details
- Start Date: 1st September 2026
- Validity: 31st January 2027
- Class Upload Time: 10 AM (Refer to schedule for more information)
- Tests: 8 (6 Sectional + 2 FLTs)
- Test Discussion: Recorded
- Delivery Mode: Recorded Lectures
Note: Each recorded lecture can be watched a maximum of two times.
Note: The students may visit the centre to take their tests on Sunday between 8 AM – 8 PM.
Course Fee
Crash Course & Test Series: ₹ 15,000 + GST
Enroll – Crash Course & Test Series
Only Test Series: ₹ 12,000 + GST
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Who Should Join?
- Aspirants looking to strengthen their Anthropology optional preparation with structured practice.
- Those who have completed the syllabus but need guidance in answer writing and revision.
- Aspirants who are unable to take their Anthropology score beyond 250 marks.
- Students who want to ensure their Anthropology preparation is up to UPSC standards with mentorship.
Lectures release from 1 September 2026; the programme closes with the full-length tests on 22 November 2026. Test days are highlighted.
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| Lecture | Release Date | Day | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sep 2026 | Tuesday | Unit - 1 |
| 2 | 2 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Unit 2 |
| 3 | 3 Sep 2026 | Thursday | Unit 2 |
| 4 | 4 Sep 2026 | Friday | Unit 2 |
| 5 | 7 Sep 2026 | Monday | Unit-3 |
| 6 | 8 Sep 2026 | Tuesday | Unit-4 |
| 7 | 9 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Unit-5, Unit-6 |
| 8 | 10 Sep 2026 | Thursday | Unit-5, Unit-6 |
| 9 | 11 Sep 2026 | Friday | Unit-5, Unit-6 |
| — | 13 Sep 2026 | Sunday | Test 1 |
| 10 | 14 Sep 2026 | Monday | Unit-7, Unit-6 |
| 11 | 15 Sep 2026 | Tuesday | Unit-7, Unit-6 |
| 12 | 16 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Unit-6 |
| 13 | 17 Sep 2026 | Thursday | Unit-6 |
| 14 | 18 Sep 2026 | Friday | Unit-7, Australopithecus |
| — | 20 Sep 2026 | Sunday | Test 2 |
| 15 | 21 Sep 2026 | Monday | Unit-8, Homo Habilis |
| 16 | 22 Sep 2026 | Tuesday | Unit-9 |
| 17 | 23 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Unit-9 |
| 18 | 24 Sep 2026 | Thursday | Unit-9, Homo Erectus, Lower Paleo India |
| 19 | 25 Sep 2026 | Friday | Unit-9, Neanderthals |
| 21 | 29 Sep 2026 | Tuesday | Unit-9, Middle Paleolithic |
| 22 | 30 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Unit-9, Homo Sapiens |
| 23 | 1 Oct 2026 | Thursday | Unit-10, Homo Sapiens |
| 24 | 2 Oct 2026 | Friday | Unit 11, Rhodesian Man |
| — | 4 Oct 2026 | Sunday | Test 3 |
| 25 | 5 Oct 2026 | Monday | Anthropology, Narmada Man, Upper |
| 27 | 7 Oct 2026 | Wednesday | Primates - (Trimates & their Contribution) |
| 38 | 8 Oct 2026 | Thursday | Chalcolithic, Harappan Civilization |
| 28 | 9 Oct 2026 | Friday | Indian Anthropology, L.K.A. Aiyer, S.C. Roy |
| — | 11 Oct 2026 | Sunday | Test 4 |
| 29 | 12 Oct 2026 | Monday | Ghurye, Elwin, N.K. Bose, Haimendorf |
| 31 | 14 Oct 2026 | Wednesday | Approach, Perspectives on Caste, Ghurye, |
| 33 | 16 Oct 2026 | Friday | Politics, Future of Caste System, Tribes- |
| 35 | 19 Oct 2026 | Monday | Civilizational Approach |
| — | 25 Oct 2026 | Sunday | Test -5 |
| — | 1 Nov 2026 | Sunday | Test-6 |
| — | 22 Nov 2026 | Sunday | FLTs Test 7 & Test 8 |
- Comprehensive coverage of high-yielding and most repeated topics.
- Curated study material for quick revision
- UPSC-level tests: 6 Sectional + 2 Full Length Tests
- Fortnightly doubt sessions by Karandeep Sir
- Mentorship support throughout course duration
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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.
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- 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.
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FAQs
Your questions, answered.
No. This is primarily a crash course, revision and test-series programme, not a beginner-level Anthropology Foundation Course. It is best suited for aspirants who have already studied the Anthropology syllabus and now need structured revision, answer-writing practice, testing and feedback before UPSC Mains.
The current tentative schedule includes 30 crash-course lectures, covering major areas of Anthropology Paper I and Paper II. The schedule runs through different syllabus units alongside sectional and full-length tests.
Yes. The crash course covers topics from both Anthropology Paper I and Paper II, including socio-cultural anthropology, anthropological theories, biological anthropology, human evolution, genetics, research methods, Indian anthropology, caste, tribes, village studies and tribal development.
The programme includes 8 UPSC-level tests: 6 sectional tests and 2 full-length tests. The sectional tests cover specific portions of the syllabus, while the two FLTs simulate full Anthropology Paper I and Paper II examination conditions.
The programme provides timely, multi-level evaluation with detailed feedback within 7 days.
Answer copies are evaluated by UPSC mentors who have given multiple mains and have years of experience in evaluating anthropology optional. The whole evaluation process runs under the mentorship of Karandeep Singh sir.
Yes. Previous Year Questions are integrated with topic-wise revision to help students understand recurring themes, UPSC's question patterns and the expected depth of Anthropology answers.
Yes. The programme offers flexible test submission until the course expiry date. This allows students who miss a scheduled test to submit it later, subject to the programme's validity.
Yes, if the aspirant has already completed or substantially covered the Anthropology syllabus. A first-time Mains candidate can use the programme to revise Paper I and Paper II, practise UPSC-level tests, receive detailed evaluation and improve exam-oriented answer writing. However, someone starting Anthropology from scratch should choose a Foundation Course rather than the Crash Course, because this programme is primarily designed for revision and Mains readiness.