PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS & INDIAN SOCIETY

Dr. Tanu Jain
Ex-Civil Servant-AFHQCS (2015 Batch)
- Founder of Tathasthu ICS
- Bachelor of Dentistry Surgery, L.L.B.
- 7.5 years experience in the Government. (Asst. Director Ministry of Defence)
- Eminent Faculty for Philosophy, Ethics and Society.
- Known for her student-friendly and UPSC exam-oriented approach.

GEOGRAPHY

- M.A In Geography & M.Phil In International Relations (JNU)
- Eminent Faculty For Geography For GS (Prelims + Mains) And Geography Optional.
- Over 13+ Years Teaching Experience In Upsc CSE.
- Known For Simplifying The Difficult Topics And Practical Examples In His Teachings.
Successful Students:
» Ritu Meena CSE-2023 AIR 541
» Deepesh Gaur CSE-2022 AIR 622
» Taanya Ambastha CSE-2019 AIR 237
» Priyanka Bhattacharya CSE-2018 IAS
Mr. Sharad Mani Thakur
Sr. Faculty

POLITY

Dr. Manoj K Sharma
Sr. Faculty
- Ph.D. in management
- Over 22 years of expertise in Civil Services coaching.
- Renowned for teaching subjects like Polity, Governance, and Public Administration.
- Known for nurturing numerous students who went on to become accomplished bureaucrats, including Karishma Nair IAS, Mohd Arshad IAAS, Priyanka Chauhan IFS, and many more.

HISTORY

- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) from VIT University, Vellore.
- Selected in Civil Services Examination 2014.
- 6+ years of teaching experience and guiding students.
Mr. Sagar Gupta
Civil Servant (Batch 2015)

Rashid Yasin
Sr. Faculty
- Graduate In B.A (Hons.) In History From Centre For Advanced Studies, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh – University Topper
- Awarded With Nurul Hasan Memorial Gold Medal.
- Post Graduate From Centre For Historical Studies, JNU.
- Teaching & Guiding Civil Services Aspirant For More Than A Decade & Is Well Known For Teaching History Optional

GEOGRAPHY

-Presently serving in the Ministry of Defence.
- Experience of teaching subjects Geography, Ethics and CSAT.
Mr. Manoj Rathore
Civil Servant (2016 Batch)

HISTORY

Mr. Abhijeet Bhardwaj
Civil Servant (Batch 2017)
- B.Tech CS&E 2011 from NIT Calicut, Kerala
- Bachelor of Technology ( B.Tech ) From NIT Calicut, Kerala
- Cleared BPSC Twice
- Vast Teaching Experience of Guiding Students

ECONOMICS

- PG in Economics from DSE (DU), M Phil & PHD in Economics
- Joined as Indian Economic Services 1983
- Eminent faculty for Economics
- Over 5+ Years of experience of teaching in Delhi University & IGNOU.
- Known for his innovative teaching methodologies.
Dr. J C Sharma
Sr. Faculty

CURRENT AFFAIRS

Major Abhinandan Singh
AIR 549 CSE 2023 ; AIR 749 CSE 2022
- Selected in UPSC-CSE twice( AIR 549 CSE 2023 ; AIR 749 CSE 2022)
- BE from Jammu University, MA Philosophy, PG Diploma in Defence and Strategic Studies from Hemwati Bahaguna Garhwal University
- Served in the Indian Army for close to a decade. Retired as a Major.
- Teaches Philosophy, Current Affairs, Ethics and Defence and Internal Security.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

- B.Tech (CSE), Bachelor of Legislative Law, M.A. in Anthropology
- Highest scorer in General Studies at the UPSC (Mains) 2021
- All-India highest scorer in GS Paper-2
- Cleared UPSC CSE thrice.
Mr. Abhishek Singh
Sr. Faculty

CSAT

Mr. Aditya Ray
Faculty
- BA (Hons) Political Science
- Over 15 + Years of Teaching Experience in Civil services examination.
- Known for his friendly and student-oriented approach.

HISTORY

- Faculty of History
- 13 years of teaching experience
- Previously selected in Intelligence Bureau
- Experience of conducting many seminars
- Edited multiple Journals
- Known for his innovative teaching style
- ⁠Has multiple videos on YouTube for students
Mr. Gajanan Dwivedi
Faculty

POLITY

Mr. Rishi Kodwani
Faculty
-Faculty of Polity & Internal Security
-M. Sc (Environment Chemistry) from Ambedkar University Delhi
-M.A (Political Science) from IGNOU
-Has written Main Examination thrice (2016, 2017, 2018) and appeared in Interview stage twice (2017 & 2018).
-Have cleared UPSC CAPF examination and got selected for Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in 2018.
-Have cleared all the written exams/levels of IB-ACIO conducted by MHA in 2017.
-Have an experience of 6 years teaching/coaching Civil Service Aspirants for Indian Polity, Environment, Internal -Security and Science & Technology from 2019 onwards.

ECONOMICS

Academic Background:
* BA (Honours) in Economics, University of Delhi — First Division
UPSC & Academic Orientation:
* Strong alignment with UPSC Prelims & Mains syllabus
* Multiple UPSC questions traceable to classroom discussions and concept coverage
* Currently authoring an Economy book for UPSC CSE, aligned with PYQs and exam trends
Teaching Experience:
* 3+ years of teaching experience in Economics
* Known for connecting micro, macro, and current economic issues holistically
* Explains complex economic concepts through simple, real-life, relatable examples
Mentorship & Pedagogy:
* Specialises in personalised mentoring beyond academics (discipline, motivation, exam stress)
Ms. Trijya Garg
Faculty

HISTORY

Ms. Pooja Sharma
Faculty
Academic Background:
• Master’s in History from Panjab University, Chandigarh
UPSC Journey:
• UPSC CSE Mains: 2016, 2017, 2018
• UPSC Interview: 2016
• RAS Interviews: 2016, 2018
Teaching Experience:
• 5+ years in History teaching
• Strong command over ancient, medieval, and modern history
• Deep insights from personal experience in Civil Services journey

ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY

Academic Background:
• B.Tech in Biotechnology, Amity University
• Certificate in Behavioural Sciences
Examination Credentials:
• Qualified UPSC CDS 4 times, AFCAT twice
Teaching & Mentoring:
• Faculty for Environment & Ecology, Science & Tech, and Current Affairs
• Experienced in motivational and academic mentorship
• Focuses on simplifying complex scientific topics with contemporary relevance.
Ms. Umang Khokhar
Faculty

HISTORY

Ms. Meenakshi Chaudhary
Faculty
- M A History From IGNOU, B.A (Hons) - History From Delhi University.
- Expertise in History.
- Guided and mentored many successful candidates for UPSC CSE.

PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS & INDIAN SOCIETY

Dr. Tanu Jain
Ex-Civil Servant-AFHQCS (2015 Batch)
- Founder of Tathasthu ICS
- Bachelor of Dentistry Surgery, L.L.B.
- 7.5 years experience in the Government. (Asst. Director Ministry of Defence)
- Eminent Faculty for Philosophy, Ethics and Society.
- Known for her student-friendly and UPSC exam-oriented approach.

GEOGRAPHY

Mr. Sharad Mani Thakur
Sr. Faculty
- M.A In Geography & M.Phil In International Relations (JNU)
- Eminent Faculty For Geography For GS (Prelims + Mains) And Geography Optional.
- Over 13+ Years Teaching Experience In Upsc CSE.
- Known For Simplifying The Difficult Topics And Practical Examples In His Teachings.
Successful Students:
» Ritu Meena CSE-2023 AIR 541
» Deepesh Gaur CSE-2022 AIR 622
» Taanya Ambastha CSE-2019 AIR 237
» Priyanka Bhattacharya CSE-2018 IAS

POLITY

Dr. Manoj K Sharma
Sr. Faculty
- Ph.D. in management
- Over 22 years of expertise in Civil Services coaching.
- Renowned for teaching subjects like Polity, Governance, and Public Administration.
- Known for nurturing numerous students who went on to become accomplished bureaucrats, including Karishma Nair IAS, Mohd Arshad IAAS, Priyanka Chauhan IFS, and many more.

HISTORY

Mr. Sagar Gupta
Civil Servant (Batch 2015)
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) from VIT University, Vellore.
- Selected in Civil Services Examination 2014.
- 6+ years of teaching experience and guiding students.

Rashid Yasin
Sr. Faculty
- Graduate In B.A (Hons.) In History From Centre For Advanced Studies, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh – University Topper
- Awarded With Nurul Hasan Memorial Gold Medal.
- Post Graduate From Centre For Historical Studies, JNU.
- Teaching & Guiding Civil Services Aspirant For More Than A Decade & Is Well Known For Teaching History Optional

GEOGRAPHY

Mr. Manoj Rathore
Civil Servant (2016 Batch)
-Presently serving in the Ministry of Defence.
- Experience of teaching subjects Geography, Ethics and CSAT.

HISTORY

Mr. Abhijeet Bhardwaj
Civil Servant (Batch 2017)
- B.Tech CS&E 2011 from NIT Calicut, Kerala
- Bachelor of Technology ( B.Tech ) From NIT Calicut, Kerala
- Cleared BPSC Twice
- Vast Teaching Experience of Guiding Students

ECONOMICS

Dr. J C Sharma
Sr. Faculty
- PG in Economics from DSE (DU), M Phil & PHD in Economics
- Joined as Indian Economic Services 1983
- Eminent faculty for Economics
- Over 5+ Years of experience of teaching in Delhi University & IGNOU.
- Known for his innovative teaching methodologies.

CURRENT AFFAIRS

Major Abhinandan Singh
AIR 549 CSE 2023 ; AIR 749 CSE 2022
- Selected in UPSC-CSE twice( AIR 549 CSE 2023 ; AIR 749 CSE 2022)
- BE from Jammu University, MA Philosophy, PG Diploma in Defence and Strategic Studies from Hemwati Bahaguna Garhwal University
- Served in the Indian Army for close to a decade. Retired as a Major.
- Teaches Philosophy, Current Affairs, Ethics and Defence and Internal Security.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Mr. Abhishek Singh
Sr. Faculty
- B.Tech (CSE), Bachelor of Legislative Law, M.A. in Anthropology
- Highest scorer in General Studies at the UPSC (Mains) 2021
- All-India highest scorer in GS Paper-2
- Cleared UPSC CSE thrice.

CSAT

Mr. Aditya Ray
Faculty
- BA (Hons) Political Science
- Over 15 + Years of Teaching Experience in Civil services examination.
- Known for his friendly and student-oriented approach.

HISTORY

Mr. Gajanan Dwivedi
Faculty
- Faculty of History
- 13 years of teaching experience
- Previously selected in Intelligence Bureau
- Experience of conducting many seminars
- Edited multiple Journals
- Known for his innovative teaching style
- ⁠Has multiple videos on YouTube for students

POLITY

Mr. Rishi Kodwani
Faculty
-Faculty of Polity & Internal Security
-M. Sc (Environment Chemistry) from Ambedkar University Delhi
-M.A (Political Science) from IGNOU
-Has written Main Examination thrice (2016, 2017, 2018) and appeared in Interview stage twice (2017 & 2018).
-Have cleared UPSC CAPF examination and got selected for Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in 2018.
-Have cleared all the written exams/levels of IB-ACIO conducted by MHA in 2017.
-Have an experience of 6 years teaching/coaching Civil Service Aspirants for Indian Polity, Environment, Internal -Security and Science & Technology from 2019 onwards.

ECONOMICS

Ms. Trijya Garg
Faculty
Academic Background:
* BA (Honours) in Economics, University of Delhi — First Division
UPSC & Academic Orientation:
* Strong alignment with UPSC Prelims & Mains syllabus
* Multiple UPSC questions traceable to classroom discussions and concept coverage
* Currently authoring an Economy book for UPSC CSE, aligned with PYQs and exam trends
Teaching Experience:
* 3+ years of teaching experience in Economics
* Known for connecting micro, macro, and current economic issues holistically
* Explains complex economic concepts through simple, real-life, relatable examples
Mentorship & Pedagogy:
* Specialises in personalised mentoring beyond academics (discipline, motivation, exam stress)

HISTORY

Ms. Pooja Sharma
Faculty
Academic Background:
• Master’s in History from Panjab University, Chandigarh
UPSC Journey:
• UPSC CSE Mains: 2016, 2017, 2018
• UPSC Interview: 2016
• RAS Interviews: 2016, 2018
Teaching Experience:
• 5+ years in History teaching
• Strong command over ancient, medieval, and modern history
• Deep insights from personal experience in Civil Services journey

ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY

Ms. Umang Khokhar
Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.Tech in Biotechnology, Amity University
• Certificate in Behavioural Sciences
Examination Credentials:
• Qualified UPSC CDS 4 times, AFCAT twice
Teaching & Mentoring:
• Faculty for Environment & Ecology, Science & Tech, and Current Affairs
• Experienced in motivational and academic mentorship
• Focuses on simplifying complex scientific topics with contemporary relevance.

HISTORY

Ms. Meenakshi Chaudhary
Faculty
- M A History From IGNOU, B.A (Hons) - History From Delhi University.
- Expertise in History.
- Guided and mentored many successful candidates for UPSC CSE.

Note: For public information, it is clarified that Dr. Tanu Jain, Founder of Tathastu ICS, is a former Civil Servant (AFHQ, 2015 batch). It has come to our attention that some media outlets and print publications have incorrectly referred to her as an Ex-IAS Officer. Dr. Jain and Tathastu ICS strongly object to these inaccuracies and request all such outlets to issue necessary corrections at the earliest. It is further clarified that Dr. Jain and Tathastu ICS have no role whatsoever in such inaccurate reporting carried out by third parties.