मंथन UPSC Mentorship Programme

Start: 23 June 2025 • Duration: Until UPSC Mains 2026
Mode: Live online + 1:1 mentor support + answer-writing evaluation

📋 1. Programme Overview

• Holistic Guidance: From subject‐wise foundations to mains strategy
• Dedicated Mentor: Regular one-on-one calls & progress reviews
• Answer-Writing Evaluation: Personalized feedback on all tests (optional)
• Peer Group: Small cohort for collaborative learning & accountability
• Resources: Curated notes, PYQ bank, mind-maps & “quick-revise” sheets

🟢 Phase 1: Foundation Layer (23 Jun–15 Sep 2025)

• Subjects Covered (rotational):
  • GS I: Indian Society, Art & Culture, History, Geography
  • GS II: Polity, Governance, IR, Social Justice
  • GS III: Economy, Environment, Science & Tech, Security
  • GS IV: Ethics fundamentals (values, thinkers, EI)
• Deliverables:
  • 2 live lectures/week per paper
  • Foundation quizzes & mind-map handouts
  • Monthly one-on-one mentor review

🟠 Phase 2: Application & CA Layer (16 Sep–31 Dec 2025)

• Answer-Writing Workshops: Weekly practice + model answers
• Current Affairs Updates: Fortnightly CA briefs linked to GS papers
• Short-Note Sessions: 1-page crisp notes per theme
• Test Plan Snapshot:

Date.                 Test Type                 Coverage

16 Sep 2025.     Mini Test.                Art & Culture PYQs (2013–24)

07 Oct 2025      Full-Lenth               GS I Complete

06 Nov 2025     Full-Lenth               GS II Complete

06 Dec 2025     Full-Lenth               GS III Complete

31 Dec 2025     Full-Lenth               GS IV + Essay Round-Up

🔴 Phase 3: Prelims Accelerator (Jan–May 2026)

• Daily MCQ Drills: Topic-wise question banks
• Strategy Workshops: Time management, elimination techniques
• Mock Tests: 8 full-length prelims simulations
• Performance Analytics: Strength/weakness report & mentor action plan

🟡 Phase 4: Mains Mentorship (Post-Prelims 2026–Mains 2026)

• Essay Clinics: 3 themes/week + peer-review
• Answer Blueprinting: Structuring answers, flowcharts & headings
• Timed Mains Mocks: 6 papers with detailed evaluation
• Interview Prep (Optional): Personality development & mock interviews

📝 4. Enrollment & Next Steps

1. Signup Form: Complete by 18 June 2025
2. Fee Payment: Secure your seat via the link sent on form submission
3. Onboarding Call: 23 June 2025 – Programme briefing & mentor introduction
4. Get Started: Access your timetable, resources & cohort WhatsApp group

🎯 5. Why This Mentorship?

• Structured Phases: Clear milestones from basics to mains
• Personalized Support: Dedicated mentor accountability
• Active Learning: Integrated answer-writing & CA practice
• Affordable & Flexible: Value-driven pricing with evaluation options