10. Elite IAS Academy
Overview:
Elite IAS Academy is a well-known coaching institute based in Delhi that also offers online and correspondence courses for IAS aspirants. The coaching emphasizes structured study, regular tests, and answer-writing practice. It was established in 2012. Its main office is located in Karol Bagh, New Delhi. For more information, please visit this website www.eliteias.in
Fees:
- 1 Year Live Online Course – 80,000 rupees
- 2 Year Live Online Course – 1,10,000 rupees
Past Results:
There are a total of 7 students of Elite IAS Academy who are selected in UPSC 2021.
9. ClearIAS
Overview:
ClearIAS is one of the most popular online platforms for UPSC preparation, known for its online learning ecosystem, test series, and clear strategy for both Prelims and Mains. It’s designed around an online self-study plus guided preparation model. It was established in 2012. Its main office is located in Alappuzha, Kerala. For more information, please visit this website www.clearias.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 79,000 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,10,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 2 students of ClearIAS who are selected in UPSC 2019 under 100 Rank.
8. Plutus IAS Academy
Overview:
Plutus IAS — with roots in Delhi/Noida — offers online live classes, interactive modules, and comprehensive study resources for UPSC aspirants. It emphasizes answer writing, current affairs, and concept clarity. Its main office is located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. For more information, please visit this website plutusias.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 1,29,800 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 2,14,760 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 24 students of Plutus IAS who are selected in UPSC 2020. Plutus IAS claims several candidates achieving single and double digit AIRs over the years, suggesting strong performance.
7. Career Launcher UPSC (CL IAS)
Overview:
Career Launcher (CL) is a multi-exam coaching brand that offers online classes for UPSC with systematic modules covering General Studies, CSAT, Test Series, and strategy sessions. It was established in 1996. Its main office is located in New Delhi. For more information, please visit this website www.careerlauncher.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 83,000 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,15,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 6 students of Career Launcher who are selected in UPSC 2019 under 50 Rank.
6. Byju’s Classes (UPSC)
Overview:
Byju’s UPSC coaching offers app-based learning, interactive video lectures, quizzes, live classes, and personalised mentorship. Known for integrating digital tools and analytics into learning. It was established in 2011. Its main office is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. For more information, please visit this website byjus.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 1,40,000 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,80,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 22 students of Byju’s UPSC who are selected in UPSC 2019 under 100 Rank.
5. Rau’s IAS Study Circle
Overview:
Rau’s IAS is one of the oldest UPSC coaching institutes with strong legacy content and mentoring. They also provide online coaching modules — with dedicated current affairs coverage, test series, and interview guidance. It was established in 1953. Its main office is located in New Delhi. For more information, please visit this website www.rauias.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 1,50,500 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,80,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 31+ students of Rau’s IAS who are selected in UPSC 2021 under 100 rank.
4. Unacademy
Overview:
Unacademy is one of the largest online education platforms in India. It offers UPSC foundation programs, live lectures, doubt sessions, test series, and mentorship from many experienced educators. It was established in 2015. Its main office is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. For more information, please visit this website unacademy.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 80,000 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,20,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 4 students of Unacademy who are selected in UPSC 2021 under 10 Rank. Unacademy regularly showcases student successes, including national rank holders across UPSC Prelims and Mains.
3. Drishti IAS
Overview:
Drishti IAS is popular among aspirants, especially those wanting Hindi-medium guidance along with English options. It provides online video lectures, study materials, current affairs, and test series. It was established in 1999. Its main office is located in Mukherjee Nagar, New Delhi. For more information, please visit this website www.drishtiias.com
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 60,000 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,00,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 150+ students of Drishti IAS who are selected in UPSC 2021. Drishti IAS has a track record of aspirants clearing various stages of UPSC — especially strong with Hindi-medium aspirants.
2. Vision IAS
Overview:
Vision IAS is one of the most respected names in UPSC preparation — especially for its test series and current affairs modules. Their online option provides access to full syllabus coverage, personalized coaching, and test series tracking. Its main office is located in New Delhi. For more information, please visit this website www.visionias.in
Fees:
For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 1,10,000 rupees
2 Year Live Online Course – 1,40,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 8 students of Vision IAS who are selected in UPSC 2021 under 10 Rank.
1. Vajirao & Reddy Institute (Vajirao IAS)
Overview:
Vajirao & Reddy Institute — commonly called Vajirao IAS — is one of India’s most established UPSC coaching institutes, with decades of legacy and structured coaching. Their online complete courses include Prelims to Mains plus optional guidance, mock tests, and current affairs. It was established in 1989. Its main office is located in New Delhi. For more information, please visit this website www.vajiraoinstitute.com
Fees:
- For UPSC – 1 Year Live Online Course – 1,15,000 rupees
- 2 Year Live Online Course – 2,00,000 rupees
Results:
There are a total of 346 students of Vajirao & Reddy Institute who are selected in UPSC 2021.
