Justin George

we empower them to start planning early. They can select the right academic streams, strengthen subjects like general studies and current affairs, and develop crucial life skills such as leadership, time management, and ethical decision-making

Joining the civil services is one of India’s most coveted aspirations. Lakhs of candidates sit for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) each year with the aspiration to become IAS, IPS, or IFS officers and serve the country. But the process of cracking this competitive examination is something that cannot happen overnight. It takes years

Preparing for the Civil Services Exam is one of the toughest academic challenges in India. For many aspirants, starting early can make all the difference. That’s where Gallant IAS in Trivandrum steps in offering a Degree-Integrated IAS Coaching Program that helps students begin their UPSC journey right from college. This program blends academic learning with

Introduction Reaching the UPSC Personality Test is a proud moment for any aspirant. After months of hard work on Prelims and Mains, the final stage is not about memorizing facts but about confidence, clarity, and personality. The panel assesses whether you have the traits of a future civil servant — integrity, decision-making ability, and balanced

When it comes to choosing the right optional subject for the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination, one subject consistently stands out—Geography. Known for being high-scoring, versatile, and popular among toppers, Geography is a smart choice for aspirants aiming for both conceptual clarity and strong marks. At Gallant IAS, we have seen year after year how

In UPSC CSE 2025, current affairs are not just supportive they’re foundational. With evolving exam patterns that reward analytical reasoning, contextual awareness, and policy understanding, mastering current affairs has become the real game-changer. At Gallant IAS, we build your preparation around impactful learning of events and their deeper significance. Exam Evolution: UPSC’s Shift Toward Analytical

Months 1–3: Building the Foundation (NCERT Phase) Focus Areas: Key Activities: Months 4–6: Transition to Standard Books & Test Practice Focus Areas: Key Activities: Gallant Tip: Join our integrated Prelims + Mains program with curated test schedules. Months 7–9: Strengthening Core + Optional Subject Focus Areas: Key Activities: Use Gallant IAS answer writing mentorship for

In today’s competitive UPSC landscape, knowledge alone isn’t enough. True success comes from clarity, confidence, and consistent guidance—and that’s exactly what Gallantias, the best online civil service academy in Trivandrum, is built to deliver. While most coaching centres focus heavily on syllabus completion, Gallantias goes far beyond the books to prepare aspirants mentally, emotionally, and

The UPSC Preliminary exam is an incredibly competitive and time-consuming exam. Even the most prepared candidates are prone to losing marks, not due to lack of knowledge, but due to avoidable silly mistakes in UPSC Prelims. Gallant IAS shares some essential strategies in this blog that will help you reduce these errors and boost your

The UPSC Civil Services Exam stands out as one of the toughest and most competitive exams in India. With a vast syllabus and multiple stages – preliminary, mains and interview – success in the IAS exam requires more than just learning new material. A crucial element that many successful candidates point to as their secret