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General Studies Foundation Course for UPSC CSE 2027-28

The Next IAS GS Foundation Course is very carefully designed with a holistic and 360-degree approach for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). Timely course completion in 12 months, it is prepared to fulfil the preparation needs of prelims, mains, and the interview stage. This course's main features are meticulous teaching by highly experienced and renowned faculty and doubt support for students.

The major strength of our GS Course for UPSC is 1,100+ hours of comprehensive classroom learning by Delhi-based experienced experts, who simplified very complex concepts into very simple one that fits into the aspirant's mind across all subjects Polity, Geography, Science & Technology and History. Beyond these core static subjects, our curriculum included dedicated 125+ hours of Current Affairs classes with a researched and well-crafted monthly "Crux" magazine.

For systematic tracking of students' performance, the course includes a weekly class test with two sections having multiple-choice-based questions for prelims as well as subjective-type questions for descriptive mains evaluation. Students are also given personalised mentoring from dedicated academic coaches, who are well-qualified like their brothers and sisters.

This IAS/UPSC Course includes updated study material with 18 booklets covering the whole syllabus of UPSC CSE. We also provide a prelims revision course, mains test series, essay guidance and an ethics enhancer course. After the mains, aspirants are also supported by the interview task force, in which former bureaucrats and subject experts analyse their DAF and prepare them for the personality test.

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Batch Details

Foundation Course for CSE 2027-28

Select your preferred 1-Year or 2-Year GS Foundation Course from the dropdown.

Offline Batches

03-09-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course.

Regular

Batch Date

Sep 3, 2026

Batch Time

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Venue

Mukherjee Nagar

₹ 1,47,457.62 + GST

03-09-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course.

Regular

Batch Date

Sep 3, 2026

Batch Time

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,47,457.62 + GST

25-08-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course.

Regular

Batch Date

Aug 25, 2026

Batch Time

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,47,457.62 + GST

20-08-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course.

Regular

Batch Date

Aug 20, 2026

Batch Time

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,47,457.62 + GST

E30: 2 Year Integrated GSPM Foundation Course.

Regular

Batch Date

Sep 5, 2026

Batch Time

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,88,983.06 + GST

E29: 2 Year Integrated GSPM Foundation Course.

Regular

Batch Date

Sep 1, 2026

Batch Time

7:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,88,983.06 + GST

03-09-2026: 2 Year GSPM Foundation with Advance Integrated Mentorship.(FAIM)

Regular

Batch Date

Sep 3, 2026

Batch Time

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,81,355.94 + GST

25-08-2026: 2 Year GSPM Foundation with Advance Integrated Mentorship.(FAIM)

Regular

Batch Date

Aug 25, 2026

Batch Time

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,81,355.94 + GST

20-08-2026: 2 Year GSPM Foundation with Advance Integrated Mentorship.(FAIM)

Regular

Batch Date

Aug 20, 2026

Batch Time

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 1,81,355.94 + GST

Live-Online Batches

03-09-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course (Live-Online.)

Online

Batch Date

Sep 3, 2026

Batch Time

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

₹ 1,18,644.06 + GST

25-08-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course (Live-Online.)

Online

Batch Date

Aug 25, 2026

Batch Time

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

₹ 1,18,644.06 + GST

20-08-2026: GS Pre cum Main Foundation Course (Live-Online.)

Online

Batch Date

Aug 20, 2026

Batch Time

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

₹ 1,18,644.06 + GST

EL30: 2 Year Integrated GSPM Foundation Course (Live-Online.)

Online

Batch Date

Sep 5, 2026

Batch Time

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

₹ 1,39,830.5 + GST

EL29: 2 Year Integrated GSPM Foundation Course (Live-Online.)

Online

Batch Date

Sep 1, 2026

Batch Time

7:30 AM - 10:00 AM

₹ 1,39,830.5 + GST

03-09-2026: 2 Year GSPM Foundation with Advance Integrated Mentorship.(FAIM) (Live-Online)

Online

Batch Date

Sep 3, 2026

Batch Time

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

₹ 1,52,542.38 + GST

25-08-2026: 2 Year GSPM Foundation with Advance Integrated Mentorship.(FAIM) (Live-Online)

Online

Batch Date

Aug 25, 2026

Batch Time

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

₹ 1,52,542.38 + GST

20-08-2026: 2 Year GSPM Foundation with Advance Integrated Mentorship.(FAIM) (Live-Online)

Online

Batch Date

Aug 20, 2026

Batch Time

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

₹ 1,52,542.38 + GST

Who Should Join NEXT IAS Course for GS Foundation?

Undergraduate students or graduates.
Students undergoing Postgraduation and postgraduates.
Aspirants planning to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Examination in the upcoming cycles (2027-2028).
First-time UPSC aspirants seeking structured academic guidance for effective coverage of the General Studies syllabus for Prelims, Mains and Interview.
Working professionals who require structured academic guidance along with balancing their preparation with professional commitments.

Why NEXT IAS GS Foundation Course is Unique?

Listen to what UPSC CSE toppers have to say about the NEXT IAS GS Foundation Course.

Get an overview of the NEXT IAS GS Foundation Course for UPSC CSE in this video by B. Singh Sir, where the program is explained as an integrated roadmap for Prelims, Mains, and the Interview along with unique features of NEXT IAS GS Foundation course.

Our GS UPSC Course Features

This well-crafted 1-Year Foundation Course of 1100+ Hours provides a strong base by thoroughly covering both Prelims & Mains GS syllabus in a step-by-step manner, equipping aspirants to crack CSE.

Classes by experienced and renowned faculty.
Current-based holistic approach for Prelims and Mains.
Scientific scheduling of the classes through Module based teaching schedule.
Personalized mentorship and faculty-led doubt resolution.
Comprehensive study material and monthly Current Affairs Magazine.
Weekly and Monthly Class tests for regular assessment for both Prelims and Mains.
Online back-up for missed classes and revision support.
Regular weekly Current Affairs Classes.
Dedicated classes for Essay Writing, Ethics, and Answer Writing.
Access to CAP and MAC program for Prelims & Mains.
Comprehensive Prelims & Mains Test series.
Safe, supportive, and secure learning environment.
Proactive and Student-Friendly Management.
Student Care Cell dedicated to students’ overall well-being which offers support for academics as well as mental well being.

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GS Foundation Course – At a Glance

Classroom & Core Learning

1100+ hours of in-depth classroom teaching, delivered by renowned and experienced faculty, to build strong fundamentals and exam-ready understanding.

This includes:

Module-wise lectures by Faculty
Weekly Current Affairs classes
Dedicated answer-writing sessions
Essay writing sessions
Strategy sessions and more to help you plan effectively across all stages

Study Material & Content Support

Well-structured, exam-focused quality study material designed to eliminate source confusion and complement classroom learning.

19 comprehensive books for General Studies
12 monthly Current Affairs magazines
Class handouts & PDFs
Dedicated study material for CAP, MAC & Ethics Enhancer and Essay Guidance programs
Daily digital current affairs via the NEXT IAS App

Doubt Resolution & Mentorship Support

Real-time doubt resolution by faculty during and after classes, with continued support during the course tenure.
Dedicated mentorship support by an Academic Coach for personalised strategy planning and academic guidance
Student Care Cell dedicated to students’ overall well-being

Digital & Flexible Learning Access

Access to online recorded classes till the Prelims of the Examination Year (as per course validity)
Online access for missed classes in other ongoing offline batches.
Up to 100 hours of offline/live-online class access in the next year’s batch for revision or repetition purpose
Seamless access to digital study content via the NEXT IAS App

Testing & Assessment Framework

A structured, exam-simulated testing and assessment framework designed to build accuracy, speed, confidence, and enable continuous improvement across all stages of the UPSC examination.

40+ Weekly / Monthly Classroom Tests
50+ Prelims Booster Test Series
12 GS Mains Tests (MTS)
5 Essay Tests

Post-Course Completion Support

The Foundation Course provides additional 150+ hours of specialised post-course completion support, ensuring continuous guidance across all three stages of the UPSC Civil Services Examination—Prelims, Mains, and Interview.

CAP (Current Affairs for Prelims)
MAC (Mains Advanced Course)
Ethics Enhancer Program
Essay Guidance Course
Interview Guidance Programme

2 Year GS Foundation Course: ELEVATE for CSE 2028-29

(First step + GS Foundation)

Course Duration: 2-Year / 23-24 Months

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NEXT IAS Elevate is a 2-year comprehensive program that gives young aspirants a decisive head start in their UPSC journey. Designed as a blend of Conceptional and foundational learning, it takes students from the fundamental concepts and personality building to complete mastery of the Civil Services syllabus.

The Elevate program is a 2 Year course that includes an in-depth NCERT and GS Foundation Course specially designed for beginners, undergraduates or gradual syllabus coverage. This course spans 24 months, with fundamental concepts and personality-building to achieve complete mastery of the civil services syllabus.

This Course provides a structured preparation journey in two phases that fulfil the demand of the exam from basic to advanced levels.

In the first phase, Elevate focuses on building strong concepts, developing civil servant like aptitude, and shaping personality through academic learning, guided practice, and confidence-building activities. In the second phase, the emphasis shifts to in-depth coverage of the UPSC syllabus, sharpening both subjective and objective problem solving skills along with extensive exam-oriented preparation with the support of academic coaches.

Elevate is not just about covering the syllabus, it is about cultivating discipline, analytical ability, communication skills, and leadership qualities. By combining structured learning, mentorship, and testing with personal growth and confidence building.

Phases of ELEVATE Course

Phase 1 - The First Step

Phase-1 of the course includes basic pre-foundation with NCERT text-structure concepts and clearing for 1 year. Aspirants are trained in foundational habits, including systematically reading newspapers, decoding basic current events, improving basic aptitude (CSAT foundation), and cultivating analytical skills crucial for this exam. Also provides an assessment through regular testing with study material for reference: comprehensive notes and compilations.

Every great journey begins with a first step. Phase 1 of Elevate is about building strong roots, developing the basic concepts, sharpening aptitude, and shaping personality. This year is not about rushing; it is about laying the groundwork that will carry students through the challenges ahead.

With a balanced mix of basic concept learning, practice, and personality development, Phase 1 ensures that aspirants grow not just as students, but as confident, disciplined individuals ready to rise higher.

What does the First Phase Include?

General Studies Basic Concept Classes: Build subject clarity and conceptual grounding across core areas, the pillars of UPSC preparation.
Aptitude Classes: Strengthen problem-solving and logical thinking, vital not only for CSAT but also for decision-making in real life.
Current Affairs Sessions: Develop the habit of connecting daily events with governance, policy, and society, preparing students to think like future administrators.
Monthly Current Affairs Magazine (CRUX): A curated, exam-focused magazine that helps students consolidate current events into structured, ready-to-use content.
Performance Assessment Tests: Regular checkpoints that track progress, highlight strengths, and ensure consistent growth from the very beginning.
Study Material for Reference:Comprehensive, updated notes and compilations that act as a reliable compass, helping students revise effectively and stay aligned with UPSC standards.

Guidance & Academic Support

Doubt-Clearing Sessions: Regularly scheduled interactions to resolve queries and strengthen conceptual clarity.
Revision Backup: Complete access to course lectures for 90 days after completion, enabling structured revision at one's own pace.
Online Lecture Access (Offline Students):Recorded classes available on the NEXT IAS App till course completion, ensuring no student misses out on learning.

Phase 2 - GS Foundation

Like an iceberg, the visible success in the exam is just the tip, what lies beneath is far greater. Phase-1 builds the roots below the waterline; Phase-2 is where those roots push upward into strong, visible branches.

This stage is about depth: mastering the GS syllabus, sharpening answer-writing, rehearsing for Prelims & Mains, and building exam temperament. Through discipline, strategy, and repeated practice, knowledge transforms into marks, and aspirations begin to look achievable.

Phase-2 of this programme focuses on high intensive advance level UPSC CSE preparation with 1100+ hours of classes by Delhi-based renowned and experienced faculty members. The Curriculum covers the complete syllabus of prelims, mains and interview. The main focus is on enhancing marks through intensive answer-writing practice and mock tests for both pre and mains. The Major features of this course are a personalised academic coach, weekly Current Affairs Classes, 18+ custom-designed subject workbooks with Testing & Continuous Evaluation. This programme Available in both Offline and Online modes via the NEXT IAS App. Missed classes can be covered through recorded lectures and revision classes in subsequent batches.

What does the Second Phase Include?

Classes by Renowned and Experienced Faculties: At NEXT IAS, learning is led by some of the most respected names in the UPSC space. Their subject expertise, years of experience, and exam-oriented teaching ensure concepts are applied effectively in the exam hall.
Complete Syllabus Coverage for Both Prelims & Mains: With 1100+ hours of structured classroom learning, every part of the Prelims and Mains GS syllabus is covered in depth.
Weekly Current Affairs Classes (WCA): Keeps aspirants updated weekly and helps connect current events with static subjects.
Current Affairs for Prelims (CAP): A short-duration, high intensity course focusing only on exam-relevant issues.
18 Comprehensive Books + PYQ Prelims Solved: Students receive 18 subject-wise books along with a dedicated PYQ solved volume.
Monthly Current Affairs Magazine (Crux): Condenses one month's current affairs into a focused, exam-ready format.

(First Step + GS Foundation + AIM)

3 Year GS Foundation Course: EDGE for CSE 2029-30

Course Duration: 3-Year / 36-39 Months

Batch Details

Classroom Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
Old Rajinder Nagar	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
Old Rajinder Nagar	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Live-Online Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
-	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
-	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Classroom Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
Old Rajinder Nagar	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
Old Rajinder Nagar	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Live-Online Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
-	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
-	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Classroom Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
Old Rajinder Nagar	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
Old Rajinder Nagar	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Live-Online Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
-	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
-	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Classroom Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
Old Rajinder Nagar	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
Old Rajinder Nagar	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

Live-Online Course

Venue	Time	Date	Admission Status
-	7:30 AM - 10:00 AM	1 September, 2026	Enroll Now
-	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	5 September, 2026	Enroll Now

The 3 Year GS Foundation Course: EDGE is designed to help students prepare for the Civil Services Examination step by step. In the first year, students focus on building strong basic concepts. In the second year, they start their foundation preparation for the exam. In the third year, they receive intensive, exam-focused training to help them clear the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2029-2030. This course is suitable for students who have passed Class 12 or are undergraduates.

Year 1: Basic Concepts of GS & Aptitude

Duration: 12 Months

Key Features:

Basic Concept Building: Basic sources - NCERT, NIOS, etc. from class 6 to 12 level to start building one’s base in General Studies. It offers in-depth knowledge in easy language and helps in building fundamental concepts.
Weekly Current Affairs Classes (Online)
Basic concepts classes on Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning.
Support of Academic Coach: Available throughout the course to guide students.
Module-wise tests: Conducted in objective and subjective format.
Study material: Provided for all subjects covered in the course.
Monthly Current Affairs Magazine

Subject	No. of Hours
Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)	70
Geography (Indian, Physical and World)	70
Indian Economy	75
Indian Polity	55
General Science & Science and Technology	45
Environment	20
Basic Aptitude and Reasoning	55
Current Affairs Offline (Monthly Overview)	25

Year 2: GS Pre cum Main Foundation

Duration: 11-12 Months

Course Features:

Comprehensive Coverage of GS Prelims and GS Mains Syllabus
Classes by renowned and experienced faculties
Weekly Current Affairs Classes (Online)
Academic Coach support: Assistance provided throughout the course.
Study material provided: Comprehensive materials for each subject (18 books for General Studies & CSE Prelims Solved Papers).
Weekly and Monthly class tests for regular assessment for both Prelims and Mains.
Access to CAP and MAC program for Prelims & Mains respectively.
Prelims Test Series (PTS): Practice with simulated Prelims tests.
Mains Test Series (MTS): For Prelims-qualified students, refining Mains preparation.
Anubhav Mock Tests: Simulated tests to aid in exam readiness.
Dedicated classes for Essay Writing, Ethics, and Answer Writing.
IGP for Mains-qualified students: Specialized preparation for UPSC Personality Test for mains qualified students.

Year 3: Advanced Integrated Mentorship (AIM) Program

Duration: 15 Months

AIM is a 15-month intensive process-oriented program designed to assist students who have completed their foundation course or are conceptually acquainted with the syllabus, aiming to crack the Civil Services Examination (CSE). It emphasizes conceptual enhancement, fortified and concise note-making, rigorous answer writing, and extensive prelims test solving. AIM ensures students are adequately prepared not just for prelims but also to crack mains in the same attempt.

Program Offerings:

Integrated Program: A 15-month intensive program covering both Prelims & Mains.
Mentorship Support: Guidance provided by highly experienced mentors.
Exhaustive Syllabus Coverage: Includes 1500+ high-relevance themes for both prelims and mains.
Essay Writing: Extensive practice throughout the year.
Systematic Schedule: Well-structured and phased schedule held accountable by mentors.
Prelims Competence: 6-month intensive preparation with workbooks, tests, and simulators.
Note Making: Consolidated & fortified notes through regimented assignments.
Enhancement Sessions: Over 100 hours revising high-relevance themes for prelims.
Answer Writing:Mastering answer writing through assessment, revision & simulator tests.
Dedicated Workshops: Workshops to orient CSE preparations.
CSAT Competence: Special initiative to conquer fear of CSAT.

Linkage Between Last Two Years

Year 2 establishes a strong foundation, laying the groundwork for advanced learning in Year 3.
Concepts learned in Year 2 are reinforced and built upon in Year 3, ensuring comprehensive understanding.
Continuous assessment and feedback throughout both years facilitate seamless progression from foundational to advanced topics.
The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between basic concepts and advanced strategies, providing a holistic learning experience.

Additional Offerings:

Interaction with toppers: Insights on preparation strategy from successful candidates.
Doubt Clearing Sessions: Organized to address student queries and concerns.
Online Access of Lectures for Offline Students: Backup Classes in recorded form for missed lectures.

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Modes of Learning

Offline

Offline Course is best for students who value in-person interaction, peer motivation, and a physical classroom environment with scheduled routines.

Live-Online

Live-Online Course is suited to aspirants who need flexibility, remote access, and digital convenience without geographical constraints.

Access and Usage Policy

1. Recording of each video lecture is available with a playback time of two times the lecture duration. (The recorded lecture will be available for access till Prelims). It can be viewed multiple times within this limit.
2. Two-Device Limit: You are permitted to use a maximum of two devices to access the course. However, you may only be logged in on one device at a time.

3. Access Restrictions: Any attempt to register or use more than two devices will lead to your access being restricted.

4. Students have the flexibility to change their mode of learning i.e. offline to Live/Online or vice-versa within 60 days of batch commencement. Terms and conditions apply.

5. The minimum Android version required is 8.1 and above.

6. The minimum iOS version required is 12.0 and above.

7. Live/Online courses are available on Windows 8.1 and above, Android phones, Apple iOS, Apple MacBook, and iPad.