The Best UPSC CSAT Test Series in Bangalore — and Across India
CSAT is qualifying — but every year, thousands of serious aspirants clear the GS cut-off and still fail Prelims because they underestimated Paper II. At Legacy IAS, CSAT is taught by Prakhar Sir — an alumnus of IIT Guwahati — with a concept-first approach, practice in every class, and spaced learning that builds genuine aptitude instead of last-minute panic. Whether you're in Jayanagar or preparing online from anywhere in India.
Three Test Series Programs. One Goal. Clear CSAT Without Stress.
Whether you prefer to study at your own pace, attend live online classes, or sit in a classroom in Bangalore — Legacy IAS has a CSAT program built precisely for how you learn best. Same syllabus, same IIT faculty, same rigour across all three.
All Three CSAT Test Series Programs
CSAT Recorded Test Series 2026
Learn at Your Own Pace — Start Immediately on Enrollment
For aspirants who want complete flexibility. The full CSAT course — taught by Prakhar Sir from IIT Guwahati — recorded and available the moment you enroll. Learn at your own speed, rewatch any topic as often as you need, and attempt every test on your own schedule.
- 70+ hours of recorded CSAT teaching by IIT faculty
- Starts immediately from the date of enrollment
- Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Decision Making
- Concept-first teaching — fundamentals before shortcuts
- Full CSAT test series: Sectional, Revision, and Full-Length mocks
- 80-question, 2-hour full-length tests on UPSC pattern
- Previous Year CSAT paper analysis included
- Recording access until September 2026
- Medium of instruction: English
- Fully accessible online from anywhere in India
CSAT Online Test Series 2026
Live Online Classes — Starts 8th September 2025
For aspirants who want the discipline and interaction of live teaching without leaving home. Attend Prakhar Sir's CSAT classes live online, ask questions in real time, and stay on a structured schedule — with the same syllabus, tests, and rigour as the classroom program.
- 70+ hours of live online CSAT teaching by IIT faculty
- Classes begin 8th September 2025
- Live, interactive sessions — ask doubts in real time
- Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Decision Making
- Practice in every class — concept-first, then shortcuts
- Full CSAT test series: Sectional, Revision, Full-Length (80q / 2hr)
- Previous Year CSAT paper analysis included
- All sessions recorded — access until September 2026
- Medium of instruction: English
- Fully accessible online from anywhere in India
CSAT Offline Test Series 2026
Classroom Program in Bangalore — Starts 8th September 2025
For aspirants in Bangalore who learn best in a classroom. Sit in Prakhar Sir's CSAT sessions in person, get immediate doubt resolution, and study alongside serious peers — with full access to the Legacy IAS study center between classes.
- 70+ hours of classroom CSAT teaching by IIT faculty
- Classes begin 8th September 2025 at the Bangalore center
- In-person teaching with immediate doubt resolution
- Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Decision Making
- Practice in every class — concept-first, then shortcuts
- Full CSAT test series: Sectional, Revision, Full-Length (80q / 2hr)
- Previous Year CSAT paper analysis included
- Study Center access between classes for self-study
- Recording access until September 2026 · Medium: English
- One-time shift to the online program permitted if needed
Full CSAT Syllabus Coverage
All three programs cover the complete CSAT Paper II syllabus, taught concept-first by IIT faculty. Syllabus teaching is targeted for completion by 15th December 2025.
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number systems and basic numeracy
- Percentages, ratio and proportion
- Profit and loss, simple and compound interest
- Time and work, time, speed and distance
- Averages, mixtures and allegations
- Data interpretation and data sufficiency
Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- Series, patterns and analogies
- Blood relations and direction sense
- Coding-decoding
- Syllogisms and logical deductions
- Seating arrangements and analytical puzzles
- Statement and assumption / conclusion reasoning
Reading Comprehension
- Passage-based comprehension on UPSC pattern
- Speed reading and accurate extraction of meaning
- Inference, tone and main-idea questions
- Time-management strategy for long passages
Decision Making
- Scenario-based decision making as per UPSC pattern — administrative, ethical and practical situations (note: no negative marking on this section in the actual exam)
CSAT Test Series Structure
- Sectional Tests — topic-wise practice across Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension
- Revision Tests — structured consolidation before each full-length mock
- Full-Length Mock Tests — 80 questions, 2 hours, on the actual UPSC CSAT pattern
- Previous Year UPSC CSAT Paper Analysis — patterns, difficulty levels, and topic weightage integrated throughout
Why CSAT by IIT Faculty Makes the Difference
Most CSAT coaching teaches shortcuts and hopes they stick. Prakhar Sir — from IIT Guwahati — teaches CSAT the way it should be learned: understanding first, then speed.
Concepts First, Then Shortcuts
Shortcuts only work when you understand why they work. Every topic begins with the underlying concept — so when a question doesn't fit the standard trick, you can still solve it. This is the difference between scoring 33% and scoring comfortably above the cut-off.
Practice in Every Class
CSAT is a skill, not a subject — and skills are built by doing. Every single class includes hands-on problem solving, so aptitude is developed in the room, not deferred to homework that never gets done.
Spaced Learning, Not Cramming
The course is spread across months with deliberate revisiting of topics — so concepts are retained, not forgotten a week later. Last-minute CSAT cramming is exactly why prepared aspirants still fail Paper II. Spaced learning fixes that.
Recorded vs Online vs Offline — Quick Comparison
All three programs cover the same syllabus, the same test series, and the same IIT faculty. The difference is the mode of learning and the level of live interaction.
| Feature | CSAT Recorded ₹5,999 | CSAT Online ₹5,999 | CSAT Offline ₹10,999 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (incl. GST) | ₹5,999 | ₹5,999 | ₹10,999 |
| 30% Old-Subscriber Discount | |||
| Mode | Recorded / Self-paced | Live Online | Classroom (Bangalore) |
| Faculty | Prakhar Sir (IIT Guwahati) | Prakhar Sir (IIT Guwahati) | Prakhar Sir (IIT Guwahati) |
| Teaching Hours | 70+ | 70+ | 70+ |
| Live Interactive Classes | |||
| In-Person Doubt Resolution | |||
| Quantitative Aptitude | |||
| Logical & Analytical Reasoning | |||
| Reading Comprehension | |||
| Decision Making | |||
| Sectional Tests | |||
| Revision Tests | |||
| Full-Length Mocks (80q / 2hr) | |||
| PYQ Paper Analysis | |||
| Study Material | |||
| Study Center Access | |||
| Recording Access (till Sep 2026) | |||
| Medium of Instruction | English | English | English |
| Shift to Online (one-time) | N/A | N/A | |
| Start Date | On enrollment | 8th Sep 2025 | 8th Sep 2025 |
| Accessible Pan-India | Bangalore | ||
| Best For | Flexible self-study | Live structure from home | Classroom learners in Bangalore |
Batch Schedule — All Three CSAT Programs
Online and recorded aspirants from across India can enroll. Syllabus teaching is targeted for completion by 15th December 2025.
CSAT Recorded
₹5,999 · self-pacedCSAT Online
₹5,999 · live onlineCSAT Offline
₹10,999 · BangaloreAll programs continue past syllabus completion — the test series runs right up to the exam and concludes after UPSC Prelims 2026, so your CSAT practice never stops at the wrong time.
Why Legacy IAS — The Best CSAT Test Series in Bangalore & Online
Eight reasons why aspirants across India trust Legacy IAS to get them safely past CSAT Paper II.
Taught by IIT Faculty
CSAT is led by Prakhar Sir, an alumnus of IIT Guwahati — bringing genuine quantitative and reasoning depth that generalist faculty simply cannot match. The aptitude is taught by someone who actually mastered it.
Concept-First Teaching
Fundamentals before formulas, understanding before shortcuts. So when UPSC throws an unfamiliar question, you can still solve it — instead of freezing because the trick you memorized doesn't apply.
Practice in Every Class
CSAT is a skill built by doing. Every class includes hands-on solving, so aptitude develops in the room — not in homework that gets postponed until it's too late.
Spaced Learning Across Months
The course is deliberately spread out with revisiting of topics, so concepts are retained — eliminating the last-minute CSAT panic that sinks even well-prepared GS aspirants.
Full-Length Mocks on UPSC Pattern
80-question, 2-hour full-length tests that mirror the actual CSAT paper — with previous year paper analysis woven throughout, so the real exam feels familiar.
Student-Teacher Ratio of 40:1
Classes capped at 40 students — online or offline — ensuring every aspirant gets personal attention and proper doubt resolution throughout the program.
Flexible Modes, One Standard
Recorded, live online, or classroom — same syllabus, same faculty, same tests. Offline students can even shift to the online program once if circumstances change. You choose how you learn, not what you compromise.
30% Discount for Old Subscribers
Existing Legacy IAS students receive a 30% discount on all three CSAT programs — and recording access runs until September 2026, so nothing goes to waste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the best CSAT test series available in Bangalore?
Legacy IAS is consistently rated among the top IAS coaching institutes in Bangalore, and its CSAT program is taught by Prakhar Sir, an alumnus of IIT Guwahati. The combination of concept-first teaching, practice in every class, spaced learning across months, full-length UPSC-pattern mocks, and previous year paper analysis makes it one of the most thorough CSAT test series in Bangalore and online across India.
Who teaches the CSAT program?
The CSAT program is taught by Prakhar Sir, an alumnus of IIT Guwahati. His engineering background brings genuine depth to Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, and his teaching method prioritizes understanding the underlying concept before applying any shortcut.
What's the difference between the Recorded, Online, and Offline programs?
All three cover the same syllabus, the same test series, and the same IIT faculty. The Recorded program (₹5,999) is fully self-paced and starts immediately on enrollment. The Online program (₹5,999) features live interactive classes starting 8th September 2025. The Offline program (₹10,999) is a classroom course in Bangalore, also starting 8th September 2025, with in-person doubt resolution and study center access.
Why is the Offline program priced higher than Online and Recorded?
The Offline program at ₹10,999 includes in-person classroom teaching, immediate face-to-face doubt resolution, access to the Legacy IAS study center between classes, and a one-time option to shift to the online program if your circumstances change. The Recorded and Online programs are both ₹5,999.
When do classes start and when is the syllabus completed?
The Online and Offline programs both begin on 8th September 2025. The Recorded program starts immediately from your date of enrollment. Syllabus teaching across all programs is targeted for completion by 15th December 2025, after which the test series continues right up to the exam.
How long does the test series run?
While syllabus teaching is completed by mid-December 2025, the test series itself continues well beyond that — running right up to the exam and concluding after UPSC Prelims 2026. This ensures your CSAT practice stays active through the most critical pre-exam period.
What is the medium of instruction?
The medium of instruction for all three CSAT programs is English.
Is there a discount for existing Legacy IAS students?
Yes. Old subscribers — existing Legacy IAS students — receive a 30% discount on all three CSAT programs. Contact the office to have the discount applied to your enrollment.
Can I switch from the Offline program to Online later?
Yes. Offline students are permitted a one-time shift to the online program if their circumstances change — for example, if you relocate or can no longer attend the Bangalore classroom. This flexibility is built into the offline enrollment.
How many hours of teaching are included?
All three programs include 70+ hours of CSAT teaching covering Quantitative Aptitude, Logical and Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Decision Making — taught concept-first with practice built into every session.
What does the test series include?
The test series includes Sectional Tests (topic-wise practice), Revision Tests (consolidation before each mock), Full-Length Mock Tests of 80 questions in 2 hours on the actual UPSC CSAT pattern, and Previous Year UPSC CSAT paper analysis integrated throughout.
Can aspirants from outside Bangalore join?
Absolutely. The Recorded and Online programs are fully accessible from anywhere in India. The Offline program is the classroom course in Bangalore, but online aspirants get the same syllabus, same faculty, and same test series remotely.
How long do I have access to the recordings?
Recording access for all three programs runs until September 2026 — so you can rewatch any concept or class as many times as you need right through to the exam period.
Enroll in the Best UPSC CSAT Test Series — Bangalore & Online Across India
Recorded and Online programs are accessible from anywhere in India; the Offline program runs as a classroom course in Bangalore. Old subscribers get 30% off all three. Seats for the offline Bangalore batch are limited — register early.
30% discount for old subscribers. Recording access until September 2026. Seats for the offline Bangalore batch are limited — register early to secure your spot.