A7R26 Batch

UPSC CSE Pre-cum-Mains Program – Batch 4 (Starts on 07th July 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is the course ideal for?
A: The course is designed for Serious UPSC Aspirants aspiring for UPSC CSE 2026. It is a one-stop solution for both First Time UPSC Aspirants as well as Experienced UPSC Aspirants. Ideally, UPSC Aspirants preparing full-time should subscribe to our Regular GS Foundation Courses. The Working Professionals and Aspirants who are still studying in colleges/universities can subscribe to our Weekend GS Foundation Courses.

Q: How does this course help beginners who are starting from scratch?
A: This batch is designed especially for beginners who are starting from scratch. Experienced Aspirants with gaps in preparation can also choose this course. With comprehensive focus on NCERTs and standard books along with personalized mentorship, it ensures that even students with no prior background can comfortably begin their preparation.

Q: By when will the syllabus get completed?
A: The syllabus shall be completed by February 15th, 2026. This will give enough time for the Aspirants to revise and attempt the Test Series and become exam-ready for UPSC CSE. The date is tentative, and all efforts shall be made to ensure completion before the said date.

Q: What is the duration of the course?
A: The course duration will be more than 15 months as we will guide the successful candidates up to the last stage of UPSC CSE, i.e., the Personality Test.

Q: When will the course end?
A: The course does not end with the end of the syllabus as Test Series and Personality Test (Interview) preparation along with Mock Interviews are provided to successful candidates, only after which the course comes to an end by January 15th, 2027.

Q: Will I get study material?
A: Yes, you will be provided with study material for both Prelims and Mains. It will consist of the entire GS Syllabus covering all the GS Subjects. The same shall be in printed form to every enrolled student.

Q: What if I miss a class?
A: We encourage you to attend all the classes. However, if due to genuine reasons you miss a class, you shall have access to the class recordings on the Legacy IAS Academy Portal.

Q: Till when will I be able to access the class recordings?
A: You will have access to the recordings for over a year till the end of September 2026, by when your UPSC CSE Mains Examination will be completed. You can watch these recordings any number of times as we do not put restrictions on an Aspirant’s learning.

Q: Are there any restrictions on the portal with respect to the number of devices or the number of times the lectures can be watched?
A: There are no restrictions on the number of times a video can be watched. You can use your account from up to 2 separate devices.

Q: What is the medium of instruction?
A: English Medium. However, select bilingual assistance can be provided. Please check with the office for more details.

Q: How frequently are current affairs covered?
A: Current Affairs for UPSC CSE is covered on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis in an integrated manner for both Prelims and Mains to ensure a comprehensive 360° coverage of Current Affairs. Daily Current Affairs Magazine and PIB Summaries along with Practice Questions are provided. Weekly Live classes of the entire week’s current affairs take place throughout the day on Tuesday/Wednesday. Monthly Compilation of the Current Affairs as well as the practice questions are uploaded on the portal.

Q: Will I get answer writing practice as part of the course?
A: Yes. The course includes regular answer writing at the end of each chapter with relevance for the Main examination. Most importantly, individualized feedback from experienced faculties is provided.

Q: Will there be specific answer writing classes?
A: Yes, your classes will include special classes for GS Mains Answer writing, in which you will be taught the art of answer writing in detail so as to master the Answer writing for UPSC CSE Mains.

Q: Will there be essay writing practice?
A: Yes, you shall be provided with Test Series for Mains which shall cover Essay Tests as well. In addition to this, you shall also have special classes for Essay writing in which you will be taught the art of essay writing.

Q: Is there any guidance for optional subjects, if not chosen from Legacy IAS?
A: While the course you have opted for might exclude the optional, we shall provide guidance with respect to Optionals available at the institute. For other optionals, it is advisable to get guidance from subject-specific experts.

Q: What support is provided after the course ends?
A: Post-course, students can get access to the following: Test series (at a heavily discounted price), Recordings (at a heavily discounted price), Interview guidance if selected for the UPSC Personality Test (Free).

Q: Are library or reading room facilities available?
A: Yes, enrolled students have free access to the Legacy IAS Study Center till the completion of the Syllabus. There shall be provision of Wi-Fi, AC, Biometric Access, Toilets, and daily newspapers.

Q: What kind of mentorship is provided?
A: Each student is allotted a mentor for academic guidance, motivational support, and preparation planning. Mentorship sessions are one-on-one and scheduled regularly based on the requirement of the student. There shall be a track record of each student.

Q: Will I be able to interact with teachers for doubts?
A: Absolutely. In fact, we encourage students to interact with the teachers and clear any doubts they might have. Teachers are available during and after class hours for doubt clarification. Online students can submit queries via the student portal in the doubts section, as well as during the online class.

Q: How can I interact with the teachers directly if I am an online student?
A: You can ask doubts during the class or raise your doubts through our portal.

Q: Can online students interact with the teachers offline to clear doubts?
A: Yes. Online students are also welcome at our Institute to clear any doubts that they might have.

Q: Does Legacy IAS help with form filling or UPSC application processes?
A: Yes. The student can approach any staff member to get assistance related to form filling. If the details are related to cadre preferences, optional selection, posts preferences, etc., faculties can assist you.

Q: What if I join late or miss a few initial classes?
A: Since every class is recorded and accessible on the student portal, you can catch up at your own pace and seek advice from mentors to stay on track. Any doubts regarding these classes can also be cleared via the faculties.

Q: How is performance tracked throughout the course?
A: Your preparation gets tracked through: Regular Concept Clarity tests, Progress reports (entries made by students), Mentor check-ins. This helps in identifying weak areas quite easily and making requisite course corrections.

Q: What does the progress report consist of?
A: Legacy IAS Academy Progress report is comprehensive and exhaustive, ensuring that Aspirants are aware of their syllabus completion, revision, areas of strengths and weaknesses. This shall help the Aspirant to efficiently improve their marks and become exam-ready. The progress report not just identifies the subjects that you are weak in but exactly pinpoints the micro topic that you are weak in, the micro topic that you have not covered or not revised or scored low in. This fastens the pace of improvement for the Aspirants.

Q: How successful have past Legacy IAS students been?
A: Legacy IAS has a strong track record of producing UPSC CSE rankers every year, including some of the top-100 selections. Testimonials and results are available on the website and social media platforms.

Q: How much time should I devote daily while attending this course?
A: On average, students are advised to dedicate 9 to 11 hours daily, which includes class hours, self-study, test practice, and revision. Reaching out to mentors can help personalize this schedule.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio in class?
A: To maintain quality interaction, the student-teacher ratio is highly optimized—with only 40 students per class. This becomes imperative to provide mentorship—ensuring personalized attention and regular performance tracking.

Q: What happens if I fail to clear Prelims in 2026?
A: Students who do not clear Prelims can: Continue with Mentorship, Join Test series at discounted rates, No need to re-join the course.

Q: How are classes conducted for online students?
A: Online students receive: Live-streamed classes, Access to recordings, PDF notes and presentations, Dedicated doubt-clearing online, as well as offline if you can make a visit to the offline center.

Q: How is CSAT prepared for in the course?
A: CSAT will be taught comprehensively by a CSAT Expert faculty from IIT. CSAT Classes shall be conducted every week from the initial phase of preparation. Dedicated classes on Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension. Spaced learning with enough time for students to practice and consolidate. Previous year UPSC CSAT paper analysis.

Q: Are parents allowed to track attendance/speak to mentors or coordinators?
A: Yes, Legacy IAS encourages good parental involvement throughout the course. In most cases, students are living away from home, and hence we are open to sharing updates on progress with parents through official channels, upon request.

Q: Will I get a certificate after completing the course?
A: No, students will not receive a Course Completion Certificate. But we can provide a Bonafide Certificate to ascertain your presence/attendance in the course at Legacy IAS.

Q: What’s the difference between Edge and LEEP test series?
A: Both are Test Series with different levels of intensity. LEEP (Legacy’s Elite Endeavour Programme) focuses on both Prelims and Mains together, with test frequency being 2 tests per week. Edge Series is more intensive with almost 5 tests a week. It also comes with discussions after the tests. It has 2 variants – One for Prelims and another for Mains.

Q: Is there an interview guidance program (DIA - Dedicated Interview Assistance)?
A: Yes, Legacy IAS offers a Dedicated Interview Assistance (DIA) for students who qualify Mains. It includes: One-on-One DAF-based preparation with Mentors, Mock interviews, Personality development sessions, Current affairs briefs.

Q: How do I enrol?
A: You can enrol in any of our Legacy IAS Academy courses by: Visiting our website www.legacyiasacademy.com, Calling on 9606900004 / 05, Visiting the center directly (Address Link), Downloading our app (Link to download/install app).

Q: Can I shift from offline to online mid-course?
A: Yes, based on valid reasons, transfers are allowed once during the course. Approval from the administration is required. However, an online-to-offline shift is not allowed without the payment of the adjusted fee amount. Also, this shift is dependent on seat vacancy in your batch for offline.

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