Why Delhi Is No Longer Necessary for UPSC Coaching in 2026?
Delhi has been a preferred hub for UPSC preparation over the decades. Areas like Mukherjee Nagar and Old Rajinder Nagar are popular for coaching for civil services. Many aspirants nationwide believed that the UPSC could be cracked only by joining a Delhi coaching institute. In recent years, this mindset has begun to fade. With […]
UPSC Exam Pattern 2026, Prelims, Mains, Interview
UPSC Exam Pattern 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) releases UPSC exam pattern and marking scheme in the official notification PDF. Candidates should review the UPSC exam pattern for all stages to avoid any surprises on the exam day. The UPSC selection process 2026 is divided into three phases: prelims, mains, and an interview. […]
IAS Vs IPS: Salary, Training, Who is more Powerful?
IAS Vs IPS: Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS) are popular civil service careers in India. Both posts offer excellent salary, long-term benefits and prestige. But they differ in terms of roles & responsibilities, rank structure, training, and many other factors. IAS officers handle the administrative functioning of the country, including […]
150-Day Action Plan for UPSC Prelims 2026
Every UPSC aspirant reaches a point where motivation alone is no longer enough. The excitement of starting out fades, resources pile up and days begin to blur without visible progress. That moment is not a failure – it is a signal. A signal that preparation must move from hope to structure, from random effort […]
UPSC Prelims 2026: What to Study as the Countdown Begins
With the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 notification expected in February 2026, for lakhs of aspirants across the country, this period marks a shift from casual studying to focused, goal-oriented preparation. The release of the notification is not just a formal announcement – it is a reminder that the Prelims examination is approaching faster than […]
UPSC 2026 Notification, Exam Date, Vacancy, Eligibility, Registration
UPSC 2026 exam dates are out! The Union Public Service Commission has announced the Civil Services Examination Dates 2026. As per the official UPSC calendar, the UPSC CSE prelims exam is scheduled for May 24, 2026. The UPSC Prelims Notification 2026 will be announced on January 14, 2026, only at upsc.gov.in. All the interested […]
India – New Zealand FTA: Expanding Trade and Strategic Ties
Why Is It in the News? India and New Zealand have concluded trade negotiations aimed at boosting bilateral trade to $5 billion in the next 5 years. Introduction: The proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) aims to reduce trade barriers, deepen economic engagement, strengthen people-to-people ties and promote investment flows. It comes amid India’s push for […]
Are Consumer Courts in India Failing to Deliver Timely Justice?
Why Is It in the News? Recent reports have highlighted that consumer dispute redressal mechanisms in India are increasingly plagued by delays, backlogs, vacancies and procedural hurdles, turning what was meant to be a system of speedy justice into a prolonged ordeal for consumers. Introduction: Consumer courts in India were established with a simple yet […]
India – Africa Relations: Economic Dimensions
Why Is It in the News? Recent high-level political engagement, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ethiopia on December 16th and 17th,2025 and India’s renewed economic outreach towards Africa, amid global uncertainties, have brought India – Africa economic ties in to focus. Introduction: India – Africa relations have traditionally been rooted in political solidarity […]
IAS Salary 2026: Pay Scale, Monthly Salary, Grade Pay, Allowances
Wondering what the IAS Salary 2026 is? Well, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions asked by UPSC aspirants. The initial IAS salary is INR 56100 per month as per the 7th Pay Commission. It eventually increases over time with years of service, experience, and promotions. The highest […]