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PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

RICE IAS MAINS TEST SERIES
PROGRAMME 2026

This carefully curated Mains Test Series is designed to provide UPSC aspirants with a rigorous and exam-oriented preparation platform. The programme integrates GS Tests, Essay Tests, UPSC Mains Simulator Tests, Mains Strategy Sessions, One-on-One Mentorship, and Actionable Feedback — all tailored to meet the dynamic demands of the UPSC Mains Examination.

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    Key Programme Deliverables
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    20 GS Mains Tests

    8 Half-Syllabus Tests + 12 Full-Syllabus Simulator Tests across all 4 GS Papers.

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    6 Essay Tests

    Dedicated Essay practice tests for building writing depth and structure.

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    Timely Evaluation

    Personal call from evaluator after every test with qualitative feedback.

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    Expected Topic List

    Curated high-probability topics based on PYQ analysis and current affairs.

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    Value-Added Materials

    Paper-wise enrichment content: case studies, keywords, diagrams, frameworks.

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    Mentorship Support

    Continuous one-on-one academic mentoring throughout the programme.

    Test Series

    The programme includes 26 comprehensive Mains Tests designed to cover the complete UPSC syllabus:

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    •20 GS Mains Tests:

    • ○ 8 Half-Syllabus Tests — Each of the 4 GS papers is covered through 2 focused half-tests.
    • ○ 12 Full-Syllabus Simulator Tests — 2 complete UPSC Simulators (each with Essay + GS Papers 1–4).
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    6 Essay Tests:

    • ○ Dedicated Essay practice tests spread across the programme for developing writing depth.
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    Optional Test Support:

    • 10 Optional paper tests for aspirants requiring Optional paper preparation.
    Mode of Delivery

    The entire programme — including Tests, Strategy Classes, and Mentorship Sessions — is offered in both:

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    Online Mode

    Attend from anywhere with flexible timing.

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    Offline Mode

    In-person sessions at our Kolkata centre.

    Flexibility In Test Timing

    You can take your test at a time convenient to you within three days of the scheduled test date, in both offline and online modes. If you attempt the test after three days, your answer copy will still be evaluated, but you will not be assigned a rank.

    Personalised Mentorship & Feedback

    This programme lays strong emphasis on individualised mentorship and feedback:

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    One-on-One Mentorship

    Personalised guidance by experienced mentors throughout the programme.

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    Candidate-Specific Strategy

    Customised strategy tailored to each aspirant's performance.

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    Actionable Feedback

    Precise, constructive feedback after every test on content and presentation.

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    •Personal Call from Evaluator

    Direct conversation with your evaluator after each test submission.

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    Detailed Evaluation

    Comprehensive feedback shared within 10 days of test submission.

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    Structured Performance Tracking

    Systematic tracking of progress across tests and answer writing.

    High-Quality Exam-Expected Content

    Meticulously prepared, exam-relevant materials covering the complete GS Mains syllabus and Essay:

    • Value-addition content including Case Studies, Important Keywords, and Factual Data.
    • Micro Diagrams for better visual presentation in answers.
    • Ready-made Introductions and Conclusions for commonly asked themes
    EXPECTED TOPICS & ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

    To give candidates an extra edge, the programme includes:

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    Curated Expected Topic List — High-probability topics identified through PYQ analysis (13 years) and current affairs mapping.

    Model Answers for probable questions sourced from top IAS coaching institutes.

    Mains Test Schedule — 2026
    # Date & Day Morning Session (10 AM – 1 PM) Afternoon Session (2 PM – 5 PM)
    1 7 June (Sun) GS-1 History & Geography — Half Syllabus Essay Full Syllabus
    2 14 June (Sun) GS-1 Indian Society & GS-2 Social Justice GS-1 Full Syllabus
    3 21 June (Sun) GS-2 Polity & Governance — Half Syllabus Essay Full Syllabus
    4 28 June (Sun) GS-2 International Relations & GS-3 Internal Security GS-2 Full Syllabus
    5 5 July (Sun) GS-3 Economy & Agriculture — Half Syllabus Essay Full Syllabus
    6 12 July (Sun) GS-3 Environment, Science & Tech, Disaster Mgmt. GS-3 Full Syllabus
    7 19 July (Sun) GS-4 Ethics — Part 1 Essay Full Syllabus
    8 26 July (Sun) GS-4 Ethics — Part 2 + Case Studies GS-4 Full Syllabus
    ⚡ SIMULATOR 1 — Full-Length UPSC Pattern Tests
    9 1 Aug (Sat) Essay Full Syllabus
    10 2 Aug (Sun) GS-1 Full Syllabus GS-2 Full Syllabus
    11 3 Aug (Mon) GS-3 Full Syllabus GS-4 Full Syllabus
    ⚡ SIMULATOR 2 — Full-Length UPSC Pattern Tests
    12 8 Aug (Sat) Essay Full Syllabus
    13 9 Aug (Sun) GS-1 Full Syllabus GS-2 Full Syllabus
    14 10 Aug (Mon) GS-3 Full Syllabus GS-4 Full Syllabus
    Optional Test Schedule — 2026

    All Optional Tests are held on Thursdays | 10 AM – 1 PM

    # Date & Day Session Details (10 AM – 1 PM)
    111 June (Thu)Optional Paper 1 — Part 1
    218 June (Thu)Optional Paper 1 — Part 2
    325 June (Thu)Optional Paper 1 — Part 3
    42 July (Thu)Optional Paper 2 — Part 1
    59 July (Thu)Optional Paper 2 — Part 2
    616 July (Thu)Optional Paper 2 — Part 3
    723 July (Thu)Optional Paper 1 — Full-Length Test (FLT)
    830 July (Thu)Optional Paper 2 — Full-Length Test (FLT)
    95 Aug (Thu)Optional Paper 1 — Full-Length Test (FLT)
    106 Aug (Thu)Optional Paper 2 — Full-Length Test (FLT)
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