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Imagine yourself sitting in a room filled with stacks of books, your eyes weary from countless hours of studying, and your mind racing to retain the vast amount of information. Welcome to the world of UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) preparation, where dreams collide with arguably the toughest examination in India. With almost 5 lakh students appearing every year for less than a thousand seats every year, the dream might seem distant.

However, amidst this daunting journey, there is a beacon of hope that can guide aspiring candidates towards their aspirations - mentorship. With the right mentor by your side, the seemingly insurmountable hurdles can be conquered. With the right mindset and the transformative force of mentorship, we can transform your struggles into success stories.

Let us explore how Mentorship can bring a remarkable difference in your UPSC Journey

Challenges faced by aspirants and solutions provided by iFAR

ProblemsiFAR IAS Solutions
Poor guidance
  1. "Feeling lost" during preparation
  2. Generic guidance unrelated to demands of UPSC.

1:1 Personalised Mentorship calls every week as per demand of student.

These calls last anywhere between 15 minutes to an hour and we provide data-driven insights to you on specific problems that you face.

Incomplete syllabus
  1. Poor revision and time management

"Syllabus Mitra" Portal on the Dashboard.

Tracks your revision cycle along with the sources you followed for each reading.

Lack of daily discipline
  1. Poor consistency
  2. Lack of motivation

DARPAN (Daily Accountability Report) Portal on the Dashboard.

Daily Performance Monitoring by Mentor.

Lack of Emotional Support
  1. Issues of anxiety, stress and depression

One on one calls with Mentor to discuss any issues.

Peer to Peer Mental Support Group

Group Activities

Low Mock Test Scores
  1. Poor situational awareness and exam anxiety

"Mocks ke Maharaja" portal on Dashboard.

Subject wise and difficulty-wise analysis of mock tests

Not exam-ready
  1. Splintered attention due to huge number of sources and videos.

Revision focused learning from Day One.

  1. Prelims + Mains related Revision Hacks.
  2. Productivity hacks

But why iFAR?

This question is very much relevant as the students are bound to be confused. With the mushrooming of coaching institutes across the country, there has been a simultaneous rise in institutes claiming to be "mentorship-centric".

Here is what makes us different:

  1. Experience and Expertise: Our mentors possess extensive experience in the field of UPSC preparation. With our mentors having been connected with the exam process in recent years, they are well versed and quickly adaptive with the recent changes in the exam pattern and the emerging trends.
  2. Personalized Attention : Our mentors are committed to providing individualized attention to each student. They take the time to understand students' strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles, allowing them to tailor their guidance and support accordingly. Our weekly calls will be both reflective as well as instructive in nature and help students take a targeted approach.

Accountability and Progress Tracking : Our mentors help students set realistic goals and milestones, keeping them accountable for their progress. With DARPAN portal, we monitor your progress on an hourly as well as daily basis and provide need-based interventions.

Course Correction : Whenever a student gets "lost" in the woods of the mighty UPSC syllabus, the mentor will gently nudge them back to the well trodden path of success. With SYLLABUS MITRA, the syllabus and PYQs remain your guiding light.

Motivation and Emotional Support : That UPSC is a mental game is a well-known fact. However, hardly any coaching institutes cater to this aspect in their training processes. Our mentors go beyond imparting knowledge and strategies. They are also dedicated to providing motivation and emotional support throughout the UPSC journey. They offer encouragement, share their own experiences, and provide a positive environment that fosters resilience and determination.

Networking and Resources : Our mentors have an extensive network of connections within the UPSC community, including successful candidates who have already qualified the exam, educators and experts. They can provide crucial insights to mentees regarding the exam's nitty gritty and provide additional learning opportunities through regular interactions.

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