UPSC
IAS Advance Foundation Course (12 Months)
An extended 12-month advance foundation track for UPSC aspirants who want additional runway for concept-building ahead of the integrated Prelims and Mains preparation cycle.
Course Overview
The IAS Advance Foundation Course (Targeted UPSC 2027) is a 12-month extended foundation track for UPSC aspirants who want additional runway for concept-building before entering the integrated Prelims and Mains preparation cycle. It is delivered offline at the Lucknow centre with online access, and is also listed as an Online course under the UPSC Civil Services category on the institute's Online Batches page.
UPSC (GS + CSAT) Foundation Course 2027
12-Month Roadmap (GS + CSAT)
Course Duration: 12 Months Class Duration: 2.5 Hours/Day (Monday–Saturday) Mode: Offline | Online | Hybrid
12-Month Academic Roadmap
| Month | Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | Indian Polity | Historical Background, Making of the Constitution, Preamble, Citizenship, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), Fundamental Duties |
| Month 2 | Indian Polity + Governance + CSAT | Union Executive, Parliament, Judiciary, Federalism, Constitutional & Statutory Bodies, Basic Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning |
| Month 3 | Indian Economy + CSAT | National Income, Inflation, Banking, Budget, Fiscal & Monetary Policy, Arithmetic, Data Interpretation |
| Month 4 | Modern History + Essay Writing | British Expansion, Revolt of 1857, Freedom Movement (1885–1947), Essay Writing Fundamentals |
| Month 5 | Ancient & Medieval History + Art & Culture | Ancient India, Vedic Age, Mauryan & Gupta Empire, Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Indian Architecture, Paintings, Dance & Music |
| Month 6 | Geography | Physical Geography, Indian Geography, Climatology, Oceanography, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Mapping Practice |
| Month 7 | Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management | Ecology, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Pollution, National Parks, Conservation, Environmental Conventions, Disaster Management |
| Month 8 | Science & Technology | Biotechnology, Space Technology, Defence Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Nanotechnology, Emerging Technologies |
| Month 9 | International Relations + Society | India's Foreign Policy, International Organisations, Social Issues, Governance Basics |
| Month 10 | Ethics, Integrity | Ethics & Integrity, Aptitude, Case Studies, Internal Security, Cyber Security, Disaster Management |
| Month 11 | World History + Current Affairs + Internal Security | World History, Comprehensive Current Affairs Integration, CSAT Practice, Answer Writing Practice |
| Month 12 | Internal Securtity + Complete Revision + Test Series | Full GS Revision, Prelims MCQs, CSAT Revision, Mains Answer Writing, Full-Length Mock Tests |
Every Month Includes
- 4 Subject-Wise Tests
- 1 Full-Length Mock Test
- Weekly Current Affairs Classes
- Daily Answer Writing Practice
- Weekly Essay Writing Practice
- Regular CSAT Practice Sessions
- UPSC Previous Year Questions (PYQ) Discussion
- Monthly Performance Analysis
- One-to-One Mentorship
Course Deliverables
- Complete GS Class Notes
- NCERT Integrated Coverage
- 19 Comprehensive Study Material Books
- Standard Reference Books Coverage
- Daily & Monthly Current Affairs Compilation
- Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice
- Weekly Essay Evaluation
- Comprehensive CSAT Workbook & Practice Sheets
- Subject-Wise Tests
- Full-Length Prelims & Mains Mock Tests
- Personalized Performance Tracking
- One-to-One Mentorship & Strategy Sessions
Programme Outcome
By the end of the 12-Month UPSC GS Foundation Course (GS + CSAT), students will:
- Complete the entire UPSC Prelims & Mains General Studies syllabus.
- Develop strong CSAT aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Build effective answer-writing and essay-writing abilities.
- Integrate Current Affairs with the static syllabus.
- Revise the complete syllabus through structured tests and mock examinations.
- Receive continuous mentorship, performance analysis, and personalized guidance to maximize success in the UPSC Civil Services Examination.
Optional Subject Programme (2028 & 2029)
- 310+ Hours of Teaching by CSMP IAS's Experienced Faculties
- Lecture Notes and Class Handouts by the Faculties
- Class Timing May Extend; Extra Classes May Run to Cover the Syllabus (Sunday May Not Be a Holiday)
- Interview Guidance Programme
- Access to LIVE Classes (Only Online Students) & Recorded Classes
Optional Subjects Offered:
- Public Administration
- Geography
- Sociology
- History
Fee Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Course Fee | Rs. 97,000 |
| One-Time Payment (OTP) | Rs. 82,000 |
| Duration | 12 Months |
Instalment Plan
| Instalment | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1st Instalment | Rs. 40,000 |
| 2nd Instalment | Rs. 27,000 |
| 3rd Instalment | Rs. 30,000 |
| Total | Rs. 97,000 |
- Category
- UPSC Civil Services
- Availability
- Offline (Lucknow) + Online
- GST
- Fees inclusive of 18% GST
Duration and fees are subject to change per institute policy — please confirm the latest details with our admissions team before enrolling.