PSIR OptionalFoundation 2028/29
Revolutionizing Optional - master Justice
⚪ PSIR Faculty at UnderStand UPSC
Everything you need to score high in PSIR
A structured, exam-oriented course for Paper I and Paper II - with answer writing built in from day one.
Complete Syllabus
Entire PSIR Paper I & II, structured and exam-oriented.
Answer Writing Sessions
Dedicated sessions to build analysis and presentation skills.
6 PSIR Tests
Regular test practice to track and improve your scores.
PSIR + GS Integration
Overlaps with GS, Essay and Interview covered together.
Updated Study Material
Value-added notes with current affairs and contemporary examples.
Regular Doubt Sessions
Clear every doubt - online and offline.
Learn. Clarify. Write. Test. Integrate.
Every week follows the same rhythm - so you build concepts and marks together.
Learn
2.5-hour lectures, Mon–Sat
Clarify
Regular doubt sessions
Write
Answer-writing skill sessions
Test
6 PSIR tests
Integrate
Link PSIR with GS & Essay
Satya Prakash Sir
PSIR Expert · UnderStand UPSC
“The most trusted name in PSIR mentorship.”
Why PSIR is a smart optional
Concise, conceptually rich and easy to link with current affairs - one of UPSC's most popular optionals.
Political Theory & Indian Politics
From Plato to Rawls, and from the Constituent Assembly to today's Parliament - ideas and institutions together.
Comparative Politics & IR
How states compare, how the world order works, and where India stands with major powers and neighbours.
Choose your batch
Same course, same mentor, same schedule - learn from home or in class.
💻 Online Batch
Live classes from anywhere
- Live lectures, Mon–Sat, 5–7:30 PM
- 6 PSIR tests + answer writing
- Online doubt sessions
- Complete study material
🏫 Offline Batch
Classroom learning with Satya Sir
- Classroom lectures, Mon–Sat, 5–7:30 PM
- 6 PSIR tests + answer writing
- In-person doubt sessions
- Complete study material
Common questions
When does the batch start and what are the timings?
The batch starts on 16 November 2026. Classes run Monday to Saturday, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM, for about 7 months.
What is the fee?
Online: ₹21,000 + GST. Offline: ₹25,400 + GST.
Is PSIR good for a beginner?
Yes. The course starts from basics and builds conceptual clarity, so a political science background is not required.
Are tests and answer writing included?
Yes - 6 PSIR tests, dedicated answer-writing sessions and regular doubt sessions are part of the course.
Will it help in GS and Essay too?
Yes. Overlapping areas with GS Paper II, Essay and the Personality Test are covered together.
Start PSIR the right way - with Satya Sir
Share your number. Our team will help you choose Online or Offline and answer every question about the course.