Shankar IAS Academy

Preparing aspirants for the Indian Civil Services since 1993, Shankar IAS Academy (SIA) has grown into one of the most trusted coaching institutes in the country. With a focus on holistic development, disciplined study habits, and uptodate material, SIA strives to turn dreams into reality.

Why Choose Shankar IAS Academy?

Experienced Faculty: Professors and senior IAS officers with firsthand experience in the UPSC exam cycle.
Comprehensive Study Material: Inhouse notes, test series, and current affairs compilations updated weekly.
ResultOriented Approach: Structured timetable, regular assessments, and personal mentorship.
AllIndia Presence: Centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and several tier2 cities.
Online Learning Platform: Live streaming of lectures, recorded videos, and a mobile app for onthego study.

Courses Offered

1. Foundation Programme

A 12month intensive course that covers the entire UPSC syllabus, ideal for fresh graduates and firsttime aspirants. It includes:

Preliminar mock tests every fortnight.
Weekly current affairs discussion sessions.
Onetoone mentor meetings.
Weekly answer writing workshops.

2. Advanced Programme

Designed for candidates who have already cleared the prelims or have attempted the mains. Features include:

Focused revision of optional subjects.
Highlevel answer writing drills.
Individualised feedback from senior faculty.
Intensive interview preparation.

3. Crash Courses (3Month)

Short, highimpact courses for working professionals or those with limited preparation time. Concentrates on:

Key topics and highyield facts.
Accelerated mock test series.
Rapid revision notes.

Success Stories

Rohit Sharma 2019 IAS (Karnataka)
I joined Shankar IAS Academy after two years of selfstudy. The structured notes and disciplined test schedule helped me identify my weak areas quickly. The mentors personal guidance was a gamechanger.

Neha Gupta 2021 IAS (Uttar Pradesh)
The optional subject coaching for Public Administration at SIA was thorough and uptodate. The mock interview sessions built my confidence, and I finally cleared the interview stage.

Learning Resources

Every student at Shankar IAS Academy receives access to a digital library that includes:

PDF notes for all 12 General Studies papers.
Yearwise solved question banks.
Daily current affairs newsletters.
Video lectures from subject experts.
Interactive discussion forums.

Admission Process

Visit the official website and select the desired programme.
Fill out the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
Pay the admission fee securely through credit/debit card or net banking.
Attend the introductory webinar (date provided after payment).
Receive a welcome kit containing study material, schedule, and mentor details.