PSIR Optional Coaching: Course for UPSC CSE

The PSIR Optional is one of the most preferred and scoring subject in UPSC Civil Services Exam. The two papers of Political Science and International Relations Optional comprises Paper-I (Political Theory and Indian Politics ) & Paper-II (Comparative Political Analysis and International Politics). The subject has a huge overlap with the General Studies (GS) topics such as Polity, Governance & IR in GS-II & Ethics in GS-IV.

In the past 5 years, the PSIR optional subject has given an average success ratio of around 8-10%. At Next IAS, the PSIR Optional Foundation Course led by Dr. Piyush Chaubey Sir who has an experience of more than 10 years in teaching PSIR.

Our PSIR Optional Course is designed for building conceptual clarity & improving answer writing to score better marks in the Mains exam. The course is offered in Offline/Online mode. The offline classes for PSIR Optional Coaching in Delhi are conducted at our old rajinder nagar Centre. Recently selected All India Rank-6 (UPSC CSE 2025) Zinnia Aurora was the classroom student of PSIR Optional Course at NEXT IAS.

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Batch Details of PSIR Optional Foundation Course with Test Series

Offline Batch

A1: PSIR Optional Foundation Course for CSE 2027

Regular

Batch Date

Jun 4, 2026

Batch Time

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Venue

Old Rajendra Nagar

₹ 50,847.46 + GST

Live-Online Batch

L1: PSIR Optional Foundation Course for CSE 2027 (Live-Online)

Online

Batch Date

Jun 4, 2026

Batch Time

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

₹ 50,847.46 + GST

Comprehensive coverage of entire PSIR syllabus (Paper I & II).
Emphasis on inter-linking PSIR with General Studies (GS) papers.
Special lectures on answer writing techniques.
Focus on providing crisp and relevant study material, incorporating current trends.

Detailed discussions on previous year's questions and expected questions.
Exclusive monthly magazine dedicated to PSIR subject matter.
Test series with 8 tests, including 4 sectional and 4 full-length tests.

Download PSIR Optional Syllabus

Why to choose PSIR as an Optional Subject?

Choosing Political Science & International Relations (PSIR) as an optional subject offers High score potential, Multidimensional learning , Relevance to contemporary issues (IR), Availability of study Material, Quality guidance and answer writing

High Scoring Potential: PSIR has a reputation for high scores in the UPSC CSE Mains and many of the candidates achieved above 290+ scores.
Multidimensional Learning: PSIR connects with various subjects, providing a broader understanding of Polity and Governance (GS-II), Ethics (GS-IV) and Essay (paper) in the mains stage.
Relevance to Current Affairs: PSIR helps analyze social issues and societal changes, enhancing comprehension of contemporary matters. Availability of study Material: Abundance study materials simplifies access to relevant resources.
Availability of study Material: Abundance study materials simplifies access to relevant resources.
Quality Guidance: Experienced faculty members, like Dr. Piyush Chaubey, offers valuable insights and study strategies.
Answer Writing: PSIR emphasizes critical thinking and analytical skills for structured answer writing.

Access and Support:

Students attending offline classes will get 72-hours access to the recorded lecture. If today is the class, they can attend it offline and will be able to access the recording for the next 72 hours (3 days).
Online students can watch the lecture live on the app and will get access to the recorded lecture for the next 72 hours (3 days).

Revision Backup:

All students (offline & online) will get 15 days access after course completion and 30 days of access after Prelims for revision (in June).

Advanced PSIR Q&A Program for CSE 2026

A compact, mains-focused programme designed to strengthen concepts, update dynamic areas of the syllabus, and convert preparation into relevant, structured, and analytical answers to secure 300+ mark in PSIR.

What we Promise: Clear concepts, scholar-backed content, contemporary examples, stronger structure, and better presentation for mains answers.

Why this Course?

PSIR is an optional with many topics that are dynamic in nature. This course helps aspirants revise core concepts, update important areas of Paper I and Paper II, and turn knowledge into exam-relevant answer writing for UPSC CSE Mains 2026.

Quick revision of highly probable topics for Mains 2026.
200 mains-relevant questions based on PYQs with live classroom discussion.
100 additional PYQ-pattern questions with standard model answers. (Soft Copy)
Questions curated after analysis of: UPSC Trends, Previous Year Questions (PYQs), Recurring Themes, Emerging Developments, and High-Yield Areas of the Syllabus

Systematic coverage of the complete syllabus with value addition.
Special emphasis on International Relations and Indian Foreign Policy
Latest developments and updates for Paper I-B, II-A, and II-B.
Answer structuring and re-structuring techniques aimed at securing 300+ marks.
Personalised mentorship by Dr. Piyush Kumar Chaubey.

Batch Details for Advanced PSIR Q&A Program for CSE 2026

Mode	Start Date	Timing	Fee	Brochure	Admission Open
Live-Online without Test Series	15th June, 2026	11:30 AM - 2:00 PM	Rs. 13,500 + GST	View Brochure	Enroll Now
Live-Online with Test Series	15th June, 2026	11:30 AM - 2:00 PM	Rs. 15,500 + GST	View Brochure	Enroll Now