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UPSC CSE Optional

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE) offers a range of optional subjects for candidates to choose from. This choice can significantly impact a candidate's performance in the exam, so it's essential to select a subject that aligns with your interests, academic background, and strengths. Each optional subject paper carries 250 marks, totaling 500 marks.

Unacademy provides comprehensive courses for following optional subjects:

Live Video Lectures

Public Administration

G Rajput (Bilingual)

Ex-Civil servant, Topper of UPSC CPF, Highest score in Public Administration optional,JRF,Gold medalist, Worked at Ministry of Home Affairs,Government of India

PSIR

Dr. Siddharth Arora (Bilingual)

Pursued M.B.B.S. and L.L.B, Works at Advocate Supreme Court Of India, Teaching Experience - 12 Years, Ex- Vision IAS, 500+ students have cracked UPSC Prelims and mains under his guidance

Arvind singh Rajpurohit (Bilingual)

A Multidisciplinary Educator with a constant hunger to learn and teach how to crack it., BE - IT ( Pune Institute of Computer Technology ), MBA ( Pune University), Ex - H. V. Desai Competitive Exams Centre - Pune, Level Up IAS Delhi, Teaching Experience: 7+ years, Learners who have cracked under his guidance: Prelims - 800+, Mains - 300+, Final - 100+

Sanjay Kumar Thakur (Hindi)

10 years of teaching experience in Polity, IR, Governance, PS&IR (optional)

History

Pratik Nayak
(Bilingual)

Studied at CEPT University, Worked @ Government of Gujarat, 10,000 + Learners have cracked UPSC under his guidance, Top 3 Educator on Unacademy Platform, Ex- PACE Academy,Teaching Experience - 10 Years

Rinku Singh (Hindi)

Over 14 years of dedicated experience in teaching History for competitive examinations. Specialized in guiding aspirants for the Civil Services Examination (UPSC). Successfully mentored 1000 plus students who have cleared Prelims and Mains stages of the UPSC Civil Services Examination under her expert guidance.

Sociology

Monica Mandhanya (Bilingual)

-B.E ( CS ),M.A ( Sociology) -Teaching Experience- 4 Years -Special focus on Answer Writing and Conceptual Clarity

Geography

Chandramouli Choudhary (Bilingual)

Worked at Reputed Institutes of India : Vajiram and Ravi, Chanakya IAS, KSG IAS, Studied at Abdul Kalam Technical University, Awarded the most Dynamic faculty in 2019, Knows Hinglish, Hindi and English, Unacademy Educator since 31st December, 2023

Sumit Konde
(Hindi)

UPSC Educator | Geography Expert | Mentor to 200+ UPSC Selections One of India’s leading educators for UPSC Civil Services Examination preparation, with over a decade of teaching experience. Over the past 10 years, he has mentored more than 50,000 aspirants across various top institutes in India and has been a key faculty member at Unacademy for the past 5 years. 🌎Specializing in Geography, Environment, Disaster Management, Agriculture, and Geography Optional. With more than 200+ of his students cracking UPSC with top ranks

Anthropology

Himabindu (English)

M.Sc from OSMANIA UNIVERSITY, EX-Vajiram and Ravi, SR IAS, Teaching Experience - 20 Years, 5000+ students have cleared Prelims and Mains under her guidance

Mathematics

Rajneesh Kumar Srivastava (Bilingual)

Qualified NET/JRF, and sscoredhighest marks in MATHS in CSE mains exam, Gold medalist in maths, Teaching Experience - 21 Years, MA in Mathematics, 50+ students have cleared Prelims and Mains under his guidance

Agriculture

Saurabh Pandey (Bilingual)

An educator, Mentor and UPSC Strategist. With 10 years of teaching experience , specialize in Advance current affairs , Newspaper & editorial analysis , Science and Tech and Agriculture optional. With 6000+ Free youtube lectures and 15000 hrs of teaching, aims to Guide aspirants from confusion to confidence on the road to UPSC CSE. Also Scored AIR 3 in UGC JRF Exam and Appeared for UPSC interview twice. My approach blends discipline with smart preparation to turn potential into performance.

Hindi Literature

Himanshu Sharma (Hindi)

A dedicated educator, mentor, and UPSC strategist with over 8 years of experience guiding UPSC CSE aspirants. Specializing in Science and Technology, Polity, Governance, Current Affairs for General Studies, and Hindi Literature Optional, I empower students to excel in Prelims, Mains, and Personality Evaluation through structured mentorship programs. With over 1,500 free YouTube lectures and more than 3,000 hours of teaching on UPSC CSE, I am committed to making quality education accessible. Having worked with some prestigious institutes, I bring expertise and a proven track record of transforming aspirants’ potential into success. My approach combines disciplined preparation, strategic insights, and personalized guidance to navigate the UPSC journey with confidence and clarity.

Psychology

Nandini Singh Tomar (Bilingual)

- GATE XH (Psychology) Qualified - ⁠B.A. Programme, M.A. (Clinical Psychology) & M.A. (Geography) - ⁠Teaching & Mentorship experience - 2 years - ⁠In the UPSC field for 5 years now including the time for self prep and teaching - ⁠Have mentored more than 100 aspirants via 1:1 mentorship - ⁠Previous work experience includes being a counselling psychologist and a clinical psychology intern at Moolchand Hospital New Delhi

Recorded Lectures

Sociology

Aman Sharma
(Bilingual)

Worked at STUDY IAS ( 4.5L+ Followers ), Unacademy Educator of the Month Award, Knows Hinglish, Hindi and English,Unacademy Educator since 27th October, 2021

Ankit Kumar
(Hindi)

Worked at Youtube - CEREDEMY, YouTube Channel - CEREDEMY, Knows Hindi and English, Unacademy Educator since 1st February, 2024

Geography

Mukesh Kumar Jha
(English)

10+ years of experience, Knows English, Unacademy Educator since 9th February, 2024

History

Abhishek Mishra
(English)

B.A. Hons, M.A. and M.Phil in History, Doctoral Research Scholar, Taught as Assistant Professor in DU for 5 Years, Author of UGC NET History Paper 2 with Pearson Publications, Qualified UGC NET and JRF, Expert in Ancient History, Medieval History, Art & Culture, Modern History & Post Independent India and World History

Agriculture Optional

Krushna Bhokare (Bilingual)

M.Sc.Agriculture, University Topper-Gold Medalist, 6 Years + teaching experience in Agriculture sciences

Unacademy provides a robust platform for UPSC optional preparation with:

  • Expert Faculty: Experienced educators offering in-depth knowledge.
  • Comprehensive Materials: Extensive class notes, study materials, and question banks.
  • Answer writing Practice: Regular mock tests and answer writing practice.
  • Interactive Sessions: Doubt-clearing and discussion sessions.
  • Flexible Learning: Online courses for learning at your own pace.
Factors to Consider Optional

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Scoring Potential

  • Some subjects have historically had higher success rates and tend to be more scoring. However, this can vary year to year.

Popularity

  • Popular subjects often have more resources, study materials, and coaching options available. They also have a larger community of students, which can be beneficial for discussions and peer support.

Personal Interest

  • Choosing a subject you are genuinely interested in can make studying for it more enjoyable and less burdensome. Passion for the subject can enhance your learning and retention.

Availability of Resources

  • Ensure that there are enough quality books, notes, online materials, and test series available for your chosen subject.

Coaching Availability

  • Coaching can provide structured learning and guidance, which can be especially helpful if you are new to a subject.

Background Knowledge

  • Having a background in the subject (from your graduation or previous studies) can give you a head start and make the preparation process smoother.