THREE-YEAR FOUNDATION COURSE
1:1 Mentorship: Prelims + Mains + Interview
Saarthi: Prelims + Mains + Interview
The Saarthi Program is a personalized, result-oriented mentorship initiative designed for serious UPSC and State PCS aspirants who need focused guidance rather than generic classroom coaching. Ideal for working professionals and candidates with one or two prior attempts, this program offers one-to-one mentorship tailored to individual strengths, weaknesses, and time constraints.
Mentorship and academic guidance under the expert leadership of IAS Coach Ashutosh Srivastava and IAS Coach Manish Shukla ensure that aspirants receive practical, experience-driven strategies aligned with the evolving demands of UPSC and State PCS examinations.
Over a structured 12-month journey, Saarthi covers Prelims, Mains, and Interview preparation in an integrated manner. Each student receives a customized study plan, regular answer-writing evaluation, strategy sessions, and continuous performance tracking. Dedicated mentors provide exam-specific guidance, precise syllabus mapping, and timely course correction to maximize efficiency and outcomes.
✓ 12 Months
✓ Prelims + Mains
✓ Interview Guidance
✓ Hybrid Mode
OFFLINE + ONLINE
12 Months
Total Duration
UPSC + PCS
Exam Coverage
Hybrid
Offline & Online
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
A Strong Foundation for Long-Term Success
Aarambh helps early starters grow step by step—from basic concepts to complete exam readiness.
Conceptual Foundation
Core subjects begin with basic conceptual learning so students develop clarity, confidence and reliable study habits from the start.
Progressive Skill Development
Current affairs, analytical thinking, answer writing and problem-solving skills are integrated as preparation advances.
Continuous Evaluation
Regular assessments, performance tracking and feedback help students identify weak areas and improve consistently.
Mentorship & Personality
Personal mentoring, time-management support and dedicated interview guidance build confidence and personality.
Target Audience:
Preparation in Three Progressive Phases
Working Professionals / students who have taken 1–2 attempts for UPSC-CSE or State PCS.
12 Months
Basic Foundation
NCERT orientation, core concepts, subject fundamentals and disciplined study routines for a confident beginning.
18 Months
Advanced Preparation
In-depth syllabus coverage, current affairs integration, optional subject support, CSAT and answer-writing development.
6 Months
Revision & Assessment
Intensive revision, weekly tests, Prelims and Mains practice, mock interviews and performance-based improvement.
KEY FEATURES
Everything Needed for Complete Preparation
WHO SHOULD JOIN?
Designed for Ambitious Early Starters
Students who begin early get more time to build concepts, develop exam skills and create a consistent long-term preparation routine.
12th-pass students planning for Civil Services
First-year undergraduate students
UPSC CSE and State PCS aspirants
Students seeking offline + online flexibility
Diagnostic assessment
of aspirant’s background, preparation level, and syllabus coverage
Customised preparation
strategy aligned with Prelims, Mains,
and Interview
Dedicated personal mentor
for continuous academic and strategic
Personalised study schedule
based on time availability and exam
timeline
Regular progress tracking
and performance reviews
for course correction
One-to-one subject support
for conceptual strengthening
Structured notes-making sessions
aligned with exam demands
One-pager revision sessions
(1Topic– 1 Page) for high-yield revision
PYQ (Previous Year Questions)
analysis and answer drafting
Thematic charts, diagrams,
and visual learning practice
Systematic answer writing guidance
with exam-oriented approach
Regular mock tests
with swift, detailed, and actionable
feedback
KEY TAKEAWAY
Disciplined, exam-focused and outcome-driven preparation — one mentor, one aspirant, every step of the way.
WHO IS SAARTHI FOR?
FRESHERS
“ Confused about how to start?
- Don’t know what to read
- No clarity on strategy
- Fear of wrong direction
SAARTHI gives you a structured, safe beginning.
REPEATERS
“ Same score, same mistakes? ”
- Studied everything but results not improving
- Weak answer writing / MCQ conversion
- Lack of precise correction
SAARTHI breaks the repetition loop.
CONTENT-RICH, STRATEGY-POOR
“ You have notes but no clarity? ”
- Too many sources
- No prioritisation
- Poor exam application
SAARTHI converts content into results.
WORKING COLLEGE ASPIRANTS
“ Less time, more pressure? ”
- Job or college commitments
- Irregular study routine
- Overloaded plans that fail
SAARTHI builds a realistic, time-smart roadmap.
DISCIPLINE & STABILITY SEEKERS
“ Need accountability & emotional balance? ”
- Inconsistency
- Anxiety & self-doubt
- No mentor to track progress
SAARTHI walks with you till the exam.
PHASE – 1
DEEP DIAGNOSIS SESSION (1:1)
Academic background & attempt history
Subject-wise strength–weakness mapping
Current Affairs vs Static balance
Writing ability vs content knowledge
Time availability & daily routine audit PHASE – I
Psychological barriers (fear, burnout, inconsistency)
Integrated plan
(what to read, what to drop)
based on ROI
Takeaway
PHASE – III
REVIEW, REFINE & ORIENT
Progress Review
Target vs Achievement Analysis
Delay Diagnosis (not just scolding)
Concept Gaps vs Execution Gaps
Weekly corrective action plan
Academic Exam-oriented Refinement
Topic-Wise Correction
Notes Improvement Guidance
Value Addition Strategies
1 Topic→ 1 Page Methodology
Answer Writing Guidance
Mains Answers: Structure, Intro body– conclusion
Flowcharts, diagrams, thinkers, case studies
PYQ-based answer improvement
Exam-time presentation & time managementy
Prelims Orientation
Prelims Orientation
Prelims Orientation
Option traps & UPSC psychology
Static–Current Affairs integration
KEY TAKEAWAY
Review refine write practise: gaps are diagnosed, not scolded, and corrected
PHASE – IV
WRITING & TESTING SUPPORT
Writing Ecosystem
- Topic-wise answer drafting
- PYQ rewriting sessions
- Essay framework guidance
- Ethical case studies approach
- Value-addition tools (data, examples, case laws, committees)
- Multi-dimensional answer enrichment (social, economic, ethical, constitutional)
- Answer presentation refinement (headings, sub- headings, diagrams)
- Feedback-driven rewriting & improvement cycle
- Word-limit & time-bound writing practice
Testing Support
- Mains answers: structured intro–body conclusion approach
- Flowcharts, diagrams, thinkers, case studies for value addition
- PYQ-based answer improvement & trend alignment
- Multi-dimensional framing (constitutional, social, economic, ethical angles)
- Effective use of keywords, directives & demand of the question
- Time-bound writing with word-limit discipline
- Answer enrichment using data, reports, committees & example
PHASE – V
DYNAMIC COURSE CORRECTION
Strategy revised every month
Plan adjusted as exam approaches
Weak areas get extra mentorship time
Strong areas are maintained, not overworked
BEYOND ACADEMICS: SAARTHI – THE COACH ADVANTAGE
Mental & Emotional Mentoring
- Handling anxiety & self-doubt
- Breaks, burnout recovery
- Motivation linked to progress, not quotes
Discipline & Accountability
- Handling anxiety & self-doubt
- Breaks, burnout recovery
- Motivation linked to progress, not quotes
KEY TAKEAWAY
Strategy is revised every month — and mentoring covers the mind as much as the syllabus.
What Makes Saarthi – The Coach Different?
Final Outcome of Saarthi – The Coach Program
Saarthi | The Coach Promise
We don’t promise ranks.
We promise direction, correction, and commitment.
MENTORSHIP LEADERSHIP
Ashutosh Srivastava
(B.E. , MBA, Gold Medalist)
MENT
Mentored Several Successful Aspirants
over a period of 15+ years for Civil
Services & Judicial Services Exams at
both the Centre and state levels.
Manish Shukla
Mentored Several Successful
Aspirants over a period of 9+ years
for Civil Services Exams at both the
Centre and state levels.
OTHER
SAARTHI OF
YOURS
CIVIL SERVICES JOURNEY
Dr. Garima Srivastava
Chairperson, Coach Up IAS
Prashant Ojha
Co-founder and COOS
Shailesh Shukla
Senior Faculty
M. M Srivastava
Senior Faculty
Raghvendra Pandey
Senior Faculty
Shashank
Senior Faculty
KEY TAKEAWAY
A mentor who has walked the journey — guiding several successful aspirants for Civil & Judicial Services at both Centre and State levels.
Career
ShieldTM
A protection layer around
your preparation journey.
Not a substitute for UPSC / PCS preparation. It protects aspirants who may spend years preparing and end up without a selection or a clear next step.
Ashutosh Srivastava
(B.E., MBA, Gold Medalist)
Mentored several successful aspirants over a period of 15+ years for Civil Services & Judicial Services Exams at both the Centre and state levels.
Plan B: Job + continue preparation
For aspirants who need financial independence and continuity
- 1Career assessment
- 2Targeted skill acquisition
- 3CV and profile building
- 4Interview preparation
- 5Suitable employment
Exit Plan: Professional Career Transition
Turn analysis, writing, policy awareness and discipline into a career in:
“Throughout my UPSC
preparation journey, Ashutosh
Sir at Coach UP IAS provided
me with consistent
mentorship, guidance and
support. The Prelims and Mains
Test Series, along with his
personal guidance, helped me
stay focused and consistent in
my preparation. I am truly
grateful to Ashutosh Sir for
being an important part of my
journey.”
— VIKAS KUNDU
“During my UPSC preparation
journey, the Sarthi One-on-One
Mentorship Program at Coach UP
IAS played an important role in
helping me identify my strengths
and weaknesses. Ashutosh Sir’s
constant guidance, support and
valuable feedback helped me
track my preparation and stay
focused throughout the journey. I
am sincerely grateful to
Ashutosh Sir and the entire
Coach UP IAS team for their
mentorship and support.”
— ROHIN KUMAR,
“Being a student of the Sarthi Oneon-One Mentorship Program at Coach UP IAS, I received personalized guidance throughout my preparation journey. Ashutosh Sir and Manish Sir’s constant feedback on answer writing, MCQ evaluation and overall preparation helped me improve continuously. The team also supported me with both academic and non-academic concerns, including planning and time management. I am truly grateful to Coach UP IAS for being an important part of my journey.”
— SONALI JHA
“Coach UP IAS has played a significant role in my preparation journey, and Ashutosh Sir has truly been my ‘Sarthi’ throughout. From building my Prelims strategy to providing guidance for the Interview stage, he supported me at every step. His constant academic as well as moral support helped me stay focused and confident throughout the journey. I am deeply grateful to Ashutosh Sir and Coach UP IAS for their invaluable guidance and support”
—SATWIK SRIVASTAVA
“The Saarthi One-on-One Mentorship Program at Coach UP IAS played an important role in my preparation journey. Ashutosh Sir truly remained my ‘Sarthi’ throughout—from helping me build the right Prelims strategy to guiding me during the Interview stage. His consistent academic guidance, personal mentorship and moral support helped me stay focused, confident and disciplined. I am sincerely grateful to Ashutosh Sir and Coach UP IAS for their valuable contribution to my success.”
