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APTI PLUS, the Best UPSC Coaching in Kolkata, brings renowned faculty from Delhi and across India to the city. What sets us apart is our faculty members‘ vast experience and their continuous updates on the latest UPSC Civil Service Examination trends. Our smart infrastructure, daily tests, and consistent results have built a decade-long trust among aspirants, making us a unique and reliable choice for UPSC preparation.
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Get offline classes from the most renowned faculty members from Delhi, who are here to provide you with the best IAS preparation in Kolkata. Their vast experience and personal guidance will accompany you through every stage of the UPSC journey, ensuring you excel in Prelims, Mains, and the Interview.
Neeraj Nachiketa
Science + Environment
Shweta Singh
CSAT Comprehension, Social Issues & Social Justice, Essay, Sociology Optional
Akhilesh Srivastava
Geography (GS + Optional)
Dr vivek kaushik
Polity & Governance
Sanjay Bhardwaj
Modern History + World History
Sanjay Singh
Ancient & Medieval History
Deepak Gauda
Economics
Ayush Sanghi
Economics
Dharmendra Arya
Ethics
Sat Prakash Sharma
Modern History + World History
Ajay Srivastava
PSIR Optional
Sumit Saran
CSAT
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 | Expert Faculty:Learn from experienced and renowned instructors. |  | | | |  |
 | Hybrid Learning: Access both online and offline classes, with recorded sessions available. | | | | | |
 | Extended Support: Receive additional years support after course completion. | | | | | |
 | All-India Mocks with 3 Stages Evaluation: Participate in nationwide mock exams to gauge your preparation. Evaluate your answer copies with Mentor, Reviewer & then faculty to ensure valuable feedbacks. | | | | | |
 | Transparency: We are very transparent with our faculty members, teaching methodologies, and all details are available on our website. | | | | | |
 | Curated Materials: Get monthly magazines and materials specifically designed for your preparation. | | | | | |
 | Flexible Payment: Pay your fees in convenient installments. | | | | | |
 | Optional Subject Support: Get expert guidance for major optional subjects. | | | | | |
 | Individual Attention: Benefit from limited student batches for personalized attention. Engage directly with faculty for feedback and copy evaluation. | | | | | |
 | Established Presence: Trust our decade-long presence in your city. | | | | | |
Hear From Our UPSC CSE Achievers
At APTI PLUS, we’re not just the best IAS coaching centre in Kolkata, we’re your partners in success. Don’t just take our word for it, discover what our students have to say. Hear inspiring success stories from our proud alumni who have excelled in their UPSC journey, and see how we’ve made a trusted name in civil services preparation.
Ayushi Pradhan,AIR 36 CSE 2023
I was part of APTI PLUS Answer Writing and Test Series Program during mains. I got quick evaluation and feedback which helped me to improve my structure and presentation. During Interview, I got detailed DAF Questionnaire which helped me to align my UPSC preparation for interview. The Mock Interview provided by APTI PLUS was quite enriching and comprehensive.
Sairaj Mishra,AIR 591 CSE 2023
I would like to thank APTI PLUS Academy for their contribution in my success. I was a Classroom student. I attended the 2 Years foundation classes there. I used to come to coaching during my college time. The faculties such as Sanjay sir for History, Vivek Kaushik sir for Polity, Shweta Singh Ma’am for Essay, Social Justice, Society part. They are best in their fields. So I would like to thank them and other faculties also. Also I would like to thank Susijit Sir for his constant support in encouraging words.. Thank you
Prajjwal Chaurasia, AIR 694 CSE 2023
I was a part of their Mains Classroom cum answer writing programme at Kolkata centre. During the UPSC journey, Mains is a very crucial part and here I would like to thank the team of APTI Plus because APTI PLUS team had a telegram group for answer writing, they made us practice answer writing regularly for 2-3 months continuously. And the best thing about it is that timely questions were available there. Plus, the mentors used to evaluate your questions and answers daily so that your Mains marks can improve and this helped me a lot. So once again I would like to thank the APTI PLUS team who contributed to my success.
Koshinder, AIR 568 CSE 2023
I am thankful to the team of APTI PLUS, Kolkata provided me the support during the Mains examination to their Mains Test Series, they give the guidance regarding how to timely finish the paper as well as regarding the structure of the mains answer and I am also thankful to the entire team for giving me opportunity to attend the interview programme where they given various valuable feedback which helped me in securing this rank this year. Thank you.
Garima Lohia AIR 2, CSE 2022
For APTI PLUS Academy, I took interview guidance from APTI PLUS and it really helped me. I am grateful to them. All the very best to APTI PLUS students.
Pradeep Barnwal AIR 601, CSE 2022
I was a classroom student of APTI PLUS Kolkata Salt Lake Branch in 2017-18. Different initiatives like regular classes by faculty members of Delhi, Quiz through Telegram, Daily answer writing platform were really very beneficial for me in my journey. A big thank you to the entire APTI PLUS Kolkata family.
Ishan Sinha AIR 234, CSE 2022
I would like to thank APTI PLUS, Kolkata for their help and guidance during my journey. I found their website IAS Gyan helpful for preparing certain aspects of current affairs.
Sourab Das AIR 815, CSE 2022
APTI PLUS Kolkata, Salt Lake branch helped me in this journey and acted as a guide for UPSC mentorship. The current affairs magazine helped in quick revision. Thanks a lot APTI PLUS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What sets APTI PLUS apart from other IAS coaching institutes in Kolkata?
APTI PLUS brings renowned faculty from Delhi and across India to Kolkata. Faculty members of this Best UPSC Coaching in Kolkata have vast experience. They are updated with the latest UPSC Civil Service Examination trends. Additionally, its smart infrastructure, daily tests, and consistent results have built a decade-long trust among aspirants.
What is the fee for IAS Coaching in Kolkata?
The fees for UPSC coaching in Kolkata typically range between Rs 60,000 and Rs 1,20,000 depending on the specific course undertaken at any institute and the experience of the faculty members. APTI PLUS offers regular classes by eminent faculty members with high quality test series at a very affordable fee structure.
Here are the details of the offline and online course fees by APTI PLUS.
Please Note: Please Note: Children of Defence Personnel and Central/State Govt Armed Forces/Police receive a 5% discount, while aspirants with 40%+ disability or meritorious candidates (90% and above in 10th & 12th, or Graduation from an INI institute, NIRF Top 100 Colleges, or Top 10 Universities) get a 10% discount on all courses. (Only one discount is applicable, whichever is higher, i.e., Onetime Payment/Disability/Children of Defence or Police Personnel/Merit.)
”Don’t settle your civil services goal with a cheap fee structure; we charge moderate fees and spend most of them on you.”
| Course | Validity | Course includes | Mode | Price before Tax | GST | Net Amount |
| 1 Year Integrated Pre Cum Mains | 1 Year | GS ALL + CSAT + ESSAY + Test Series | Offline | 120,000.00 | 21,600.00 | 141,600.00 |
| 1 Year Integrated Pre Cum Mains | 1 Year | GS ALL + CSAT + ESSAY + Test Series | Online | 120,000.00 | 21,600.00 | 141,600.00 |
| 2 Years Foundation Pre Cum Mains | 2 years | GS ALL + CSAT + ESSAY + Test Series | Offline | 120,000.00 | 21,600.00 | 141,600.00(1st Year) 35,400(2nd Year) |
| Distance Learning Programme (DLP) | 1 Year | Books, Recorded, Classes + Test Series | 50,000 | 9,000 | 59,000.00 | |
| Optional Subject | 4-6 months | Online | 20,000.00 to 30,000.00 | 5,400.00 | 23600.00 to 35,400.00(Depending on Subjects) | |
| CSAT for Prelims with Test Series | Till Prelims | 80 Hrs. of classes + 40 Tests for Prelims | Online/Offline | 15,000.00 | 2,700.00 | 17,700.00 |
| Personalized Mentorship Program | 4 months | Online | 12,711.00 | 2,288.00 | 14,999.00 | |
| Mains Mock Test Series 2025 | 365 days* | 30 Tests | Online/Offline | 18,644.00 | 3356.00 | 22,000.00 |
| Prelims Test Series 2025 | 365 days* | 40 Tests | Offline | 8,474.00 | 1,525.00 | 9,999.00 |
| Mains Answer Writing Evl. Program | 1 month | 30 Answer monthly | Online | 1,017.00 | 183.00 | 1,200.00 |
Can I prepare for UPSC without going to Delhi?
It is not necessary to go to Delhi to prepare for UPSC CSE. Students can effectively prepare in Kolkata with trusted UPSC Coaching Institute like APTI PLUS, which provides General Studies and Optional Subject guidance by eminent faculty members of Delhi with specialized experience in UPSC exam preparation. Candidates from Kolkata can also participate in the national-level test series for UPSC. for UPSC from Kolkata.
What is the pattern of UPSC CSE?
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) consists of three stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Mains Examination, and the Interview (Personality Test). The Preliminary Examination is objective and includes two papers: General Studies and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT). The Mains Examination consists of nine papers, including General Studies, an Optional Subject, and Language papers. The final stage is the Interview, which assesses the candidate’s personality and suitability for a career in civil services. To know the detailed pattern of UPSC CSE kindly visit our web page.
| UPSC CSE/IAS Exam Pattern – Mains | |||
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Total marks |
| Paper A | Compulsory Indian language | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper B | English | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper I | Essay | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper II | General Studies I | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper III | General Studies II | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper IV | General Studies III | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper V | General Studies IV | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper VI | Optional I | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper VII | Optional II | 3 hours | 250 |
Personality test is the last phase of the UPSC Civil Service Examination. It evaluates both the personality and analytical abilities of the aspiring candidate. The interview panel assesses various qualities, which include:
- Communication
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Emotional intelligence
- General Awareness
How do I choose the best IAS coaching institute in Kolkata for myself?
Selecting the best IAS institute in Kolkata is very important in your journey toward success in the IAS Exam, as every IAS coaching institute in Kolkata claims to be the best. Here are a few points to evaluate when choosing Kolkata’s best IAS Coaching.
Faculty Members
They shape the learning experience. Look for the UPSC Coaching Centre with experienced educators with extensive backgrounds in civil services coaching. Many institutes for IAS Coaching in Kolkata claim their faculty members are from Delhi, but verifying their credentials, teaching experience, and previous track record in preparing students for UPSC exams is important.
Comprehensive Exam Preparation
It would help to consider the exam preparation’s comprehensiveness when evaluating UPSC coaching. Prioritize the UPSC Coaching centre ‘s methodology so that it helps cover the entire syllabus systematically within a well-defined timeframe.
Content & Infrastructure
Consider whether the UPSC institute in Kolkata has a team of experienced content developers and whether the content standards, such as Mock Tests & materials, are of UPSC standard. The institute is supported with recorded class sessions or not for last-minute revisions, etc.
Reputation and Reviews
The best UPSC coaching Centre in Kolkata should have good and genuine reviews and positive feedback from the earlier students. Compare Google Reviews and social media feedback with the experiences of existing or former students to assess their authenticity, as some institutes may post sponsored or fake reviews.
What are the various courses offered by APTI PLUS for UPSC Coaching in Kolkata ?
APTI PLUS helps with IAS exam preparation through its excellent set of courses. Check out the exclusive courses offered by the best UPSC Coaching in Kolkata— Excel in your respective subjects by learning under the best faculty members at this IAS Academy In Kolkata.
Here are the list of courses offered by the academy For UPSC Civil Services Examination:
| Sl. No. | Available Courses for IAS/UPSC Coaching in Kolkata by APTI PLUS |
| 1 | 1-year Pre Cum Main General Studies Integrated Course for UPSC CSE 2026 |
| 2 | Two/Three Years Foundation General Studies Course for UPSC CSE 2027 & 2028 |
| 3 | Distance Learning Programme for UPSC CSE |
| 4 | UPSC CSE Prelims Test Series 2025 |
| 5 | UPSC CSE Mains Test Series 2025 |
| 6 | UPSC Mains Daily Answer Writing |
| 7 | Interview Guidance Programme 2024 |
What is the IAS exam pattern for the UPSC interview?
Candidates who clear the UPSC Mains Exam are eligible for the final interview round. The total mark for this personality test is 275.
In the personality test phase, the panel members test the critical thinking, leadership quality & emotional intelligence of a candidate. APTI PLUS conducts a Mock interview programme for UPSC CSE nationally.The curriculum covers all aspects of the UPSC CSE personality test . participation.
Is there any negative marking in the UPSC prelims exam?
In the UPSC Prelims exam, there is a deduction of 2/3rd marks for each wrong answer, amounting to 0.66 marks in General Studies Paper-1 as per the latest exam pattern. Candidates are advised to approach the UPSC CSE Prelims exam carefully to minimize risks.
What facilities can I expect from APTI PLUS after my enrollment?
Currently, APTI PLUS stands out as the Top IAS coaching Centre In Kolkata because of its holistic approach to the core coaching programs for UPSC CSE aspirants. It offers study programs designed for all three phases associated with the UPSC civil services exam, and the aspirants can compare the quality with top institutions at the national level.
It offers the following extensive IAS Training facilities:
1.Experienced faculty of Delhi
2.Comprehensive exam preparation
3.State-of-the-art infrastructure( Digital Classroom with recording facility, High standard Content for Mock Tests & Current Affairs etc.)
4.Stellar track record
5.Reasonable fees if compared to the other premier institutions of Delhi.
APTI PLUS, Kolkata provides several supplementary programs along with classroom programs. Our classroom program includes the All India Test Series for prelims & mains, daily answer writing programs, monthly current affairs and mock interviews at the national level. These offerings contribute to a more comprehensive and effective preparation for the IAS exam.
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