THE CORE IAS is a coaching institute for the Civil Services Examination (CSE), primarily operating from the major coaching hubs in New Delhi (Mukherjee Nagar and Old Rajinder Nagar). The academy positions itself as a center for comprehensive and streamlined preparation, focusing on conceptual clarity, integrated current affairs, and dedicated practice.
The institute emphasizes simplifying the UPSC CSE journey by providing precise, exam-centric study material and personalized guidance, often highlighted by the involvement of its key faculty member, Amit Jain Sir.
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📚 Core Courses and Offerings
THE CORE IAS offers integrated and modular courses covering all stages of the UPSC examination, available in both English and Hindi mediums.
General Studies (GS) Foundation Programs
The institute's flagship is the integrated GS Foundation Course, often titled 'SAMAGRA General Studies foundation':
- Duration Options: They offer multi-year integrated programs:
- 1-Year GS Foundation: Focuses on comprehensive syllabus coverage for the immediate cycle.
- 2-Year GS Foundation: A more paced option for students seeking in-depth preparation.
- 3-Year Integrated General Studies: Designed for college students, structuring preparation over three phases (Foundation, Advance Batch, Targeted Advance Batch).
- Inclusions: These courses typically include:
- GS (Prelims + Mains): Full syllabus coverage.
- CSAT: Integrated coaching.
- Essay: Theme-based sessions and practice.
- Test Series: Integrated Prelims and Mains Test Series for regular assessment.
- Mentoring: Personalized mentoring is a stated feature, often involving daily answer writing practice and weekly assessment tests.
- Current Affairs: Dedicated current affairs classes integrated with static topics.
Optional Subject Coaching
The institute offers focused optional subject coaching, which is often available as an add-on to the GS Foundation or as a standalone course.
- Subjects Offered (Examples): Sociology, History, Geography, and Political Science and International Relations (PSIR).
- Duration: Typically offered for around 4 months.
Advanced Practice and Modules
- GS Mains Test Series: Separate, structured test series focusing on answer writing approach, conceptual clarity, and value enrichment (diagrams, maps, etc.).
- Prelims Mentorship Programme
- CSAT Crash Course
💰 Estimated Fee Structure
The fees at THE CORE IAS are generally competitive within the Delhi coaching sector, with variations based on the course duration and mode (Online vs. Offline).
| Course Type | Approximate Duration | Estimated Fee Range (INR) |
| GS Foundation (1-Year) | 10–12 Months | ₹1,00,000 |
| GS Foundation (2-Year) | 24 Months | ₹1,30,000 |
| GS Foundation (3-Year) | 36 Months | ₹1,60,000 |
| Optional Subject (e.g., Sociology) | 4 Months | ₹35,000 – ₹40,000 |
| CSAT Foundation | 3 Months | ₹12,500 |
Note: These figures are estimates and do not always include GST. It is essential to confirm the final fee, including GST and installment plans, directly with the institute's administration.
📍 Centers and Contact Information
The academy maintains centers in the major UPSC coaching hubs of New Delhi.
- Mukherjee Nagar Center: 630, Banda Bahadur Marg, Mukherjee Nagar, New Delhi - 110009.
- Old Rajinder Nagar Center: Bada Bazar Rd, behind Safal Shop, Shankar Road, Old Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi - 110005.
- Helpline/Contact: +91-8800141518 or +91-9873833547
- Learning Modes: Offline, Online Live, and Recorded Classes (on their app) are offered.