PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS & INDIAN SOCIETY
Dr. Tanu Jain
Ex-Civil Servant-AFHQCS (2015 Batch)
Academic Background:
• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
• M.A., LL.B., MBA
UPSC Journey & Professional Experience:
• Cleared 6 UPSC CSE Prelims
• Cleared 4 UPSC CSE Mains
• Selected in 2014
• 7.5 years of Government service
• Served as Assistant Director, Ministry of Defence
Leadership & Contribution:
• Founder of Tathastu ICS
• Author of:
• The Ultimate Guide to UPSC Essays
• 31 Years UPSC PYQs
• Modern History Mind Map
Teaching Experience:
• Eminent faculty for Philosophy, Ethics, and Society
• Strong focus on conceptual clarity, ethics enrichment, and exam-oriented strategy
POLITY
Dr. Manoj K Sharma
Sr. Faculty
Academic Background:
• Ph.D. in Management
UPSC Journey & Professional Contribution:
• Senior mentor in Civil Services preparation
• Guided multiple successful candidates across various services
Teaching Experience:
• 24+ years of experience in Civil Services coaching
• Renowned faculty for Polity, Governance, and Public Administration
• Known for mentoring numerous successful bureaucrats, including:
• Karishma Nair, IAS
• Mohd Arshad, IAAS
• Priyanka Chauhan, IFS
• Recognised for his structured, analytical, and result-oriented teaching approach
ENVIRONMENT & GEOGRAPHY
Mr. Apurva Mehrotra
Sr. Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
• MBA in Finance
• 99.6 Percentile in CAT
• Received Interview Calls from 4 IIMs
UPSC Journey:
• UPSC Interview: 2014, 2016
• UPSC CSE Mains: 2015
Teaching Experience:
• 14+ years of teaching experience across institutions
• Strong command over Environment & Geography
• Exam-oriented approach integrating conceptual clarity with analytical application
HISTORY
Mr. Rashid Yasin
Sr. Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.A. (Hons.) in History from Centre for Advanced Studies, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh – University Topper.
• Awarded the Nurul Hasan Memorial Gold Medal.
• Post Graduate from Centre for Historical Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Teaching Experience:
• Teaching and mentoring Civil Services aspirants for more than a decade.
• Well known for his expertise in History Optional.
• Focused on analytical depth, historiography clarity, and answer-writing orientation.
ECONOMICS
Mr. Abhishek Shukla
Sr. Faculty
Academic Background:
• Alumnus of MIT, Manipal
• Alumnus of IIM Calcutta
UPSC Journey:
• 2 UPSC CSE Mains Appearances
• 1 UPSC CSE Interview
Teaching Experience:
• 10+ years of experience as UPSC Faculty
• Strong understanding of Prelims, Mains, and Interview dynamics
• Practical insights drawn from personal Civil Services journey
• Focus on strategic preparation, conceptual clarity, and exam-oriented guidance
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Mr. Abhishek Singh
Civil Servant
Academic Background:
• B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering)
• Bachelor of Legislative Law (LL.B.)
• M.A. in Anthropology
UPSC Journey:
• Cleared UPSC CSE thrice
• Highest scorer in General Studies (Mains) 2021
• All-India highest scorer in GS Paper-II
Teaching Experience:
• Senior Faculty for Science & Technology
• Strong integration of technology, governance, and current affairs
• Focused on conceptual clarity, interlinkages, and exam-oriented preparation strategy.
HISTORY
Mr. Sagar Gupta
Civil Servant
Academic Background:
• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) from VIT University, Vellore
UPSC Journey & Professional Experience:
• Selected in Civil Services Examination 2014
Teaching Experience:
• 6+ years of experience in teaching and mentoring aspirants
• Focused on structured History preparation
• Guides students with practical insights from Civil Services experience
Mr. Abhijeet Bhardwaj
Civil Servant
Academic Background:
• B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering), 2011 – NIT Calicut, Kerala
UPSC / State Services Journey:
• Cleared UPSC CSE 2016
• Cleared BPSC twice
Teaching Experience:
• Vast experience in guiding Civil Services aspirants
• Focused on structured History preparation
• Known for exam-oriented mentoring and practical insights
CURRENT AFFAIRS
Major Abhinandan Singh
Civil Servant
Academic Background:
• B.E. from Jammu University
• M.A. in Philosophy
• PG Diploma in Defence and Strategic Studies from Hemwati Bahuguna Garhwal University
UPSC Journey:
• AIR 749 – CSE 2022
• AIR 549 – CSE 2023
• Selected in UPSC-CSE twice
Professional Experience:
• Served in the Indian Army for nearly a decade
• Retired with the rank of Major
Teaching Experience:
• Teaches Current Affairs, Philosophy, Ethics, Defence and Internal Security
• Integrates strategic affairs with exam-oriented analysis
• Focused on clarity, application, and contemporary relevance
CSAT
Mr. Aditya Ray
Sr. Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science
Teaching Experience:
• 15+ years of experience in Civil Services Examination coaching
• Specialised in CSAT preparation and aptitude development
• Known for his friendly and student-oriented approach
GEOGRAPHY
Mr. Manoj Rathore
Civil Servant
Academic Background:
• Civil Servant, 2016 Batch
Professional Background:
• Presently serving in the Ministry of Defence
Teaching Experience:
• Experience in teaching Geography, Ethics, and CSAT
• Brings administrative insights into classroom discussions
• Focused on conceptual clarity and exam-oriented preparation
HISTORY
Mr. Gajanan Dwivedi
Sr. Faculty
Academic Background:
• Previously selected in Intelligence Bureau
Professional Background:
• Experienced in conducting multiple academic seminars
• Edited multiple academic journals
Teaching Experience:
• 13 years of teaching experience in History
• Known for his innovative and engaging teaching style
• Has multiple educational videos available on YouTube for students
• Focused on analytical clarity and exam-oriented preparation
POLITY
Mr. Rishi Kodwani
Faculty
Academic Background:
• M.Sc. (Environmental Chemistry) from Ambedkar University Delhi
• M.A. (Political Science) from IGNOU
UPSC & Competitive Examination Journey:
• UPSC CSE Mains: 2016, 2017, 2018
• UPSC CSE Interview: 2017, 2018
• Cleared UPSC CAPF Examination and selected for Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in 2018
• Cleared all written stages of IB-ACIO conducted by Ministry of Home Affairs (2017)
Teaching Experience:
• 6+ years of experience teaching Civil Services aspirants (since 2019)
• Teaches Indian Polity, Environment, Internal Security, and Science & Technology
• Known for integrating conceptual clarity with exam-focused preparation strategy
INDIAN SOCIETY
Ms. Divya Singh Bhadauriya
Faculty
Academic Background:
• Graduation in Biotechnology from Jiwaji University
• Post Graduation (M.Sc. + M.Tech.) in Biomedical Technology from IISc
UPSC Journey:
• UPSC CSE Mains: 3 appearances
• Reached the Interview stage thrice with Sociology as optional
Teaching Experience:
• Mentored over 500 students in the last 3 years
• Expertise in Indian Society, Science, Essay, Ethics, and Sociology
• Focused on analytical clarity and answer-writing enrichment
• Integrates interdisciplinary perspectives into exam-oriented preparation
ANTHROPOLOGY & GENERAL STUDIES
Mr. Aman Shukla
Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Statistics from University of Allahabad
• M.A. in Anthropology from IGNOU (Fieldwork conducted with Bhil and Gond tribes)
UPSC & Competitive Examination Journey:
• UPSC CSE Mains: 2017, 2019
• UPPSC Mains: 2019, 2021
• UPPSC Interview: 2021
• Cleared RO/ARO Prelims (2021)
• Cleared NDA written twice, CDS written thrice, and SSC CGL Tier 1
Teaching Experience:
• Teaching Anthropology Optional since 2020
• Teaching GS subjects (Geography, Polity, History) since 2018 in both Hindi and English
• Focused on conceptual clarity, answer-writing enrichment, and exam-oriented preparation
HISTORY
Ms. Pooja Sharma
Faculty
Academic Background:
• Master’s in Mathematics from Panjab University, Chandigarh
UPSC Journey:
• UPSC CSE Mains: 2016, 2017, 2018
• UPSC CSE Interview: 2016
• RAS Interviews: 2016, 2018
Teaching Experience:
• 6+ years of experience in History teaching
• Strong command over Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History
• Deep insights drawn from personal Civil Services journey
• Focused on structured preparation and exam-oriented mentoring
ECONOMICS
Ms. Trijya Garg
Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.A. (Honours) in Economics, University of Delhi – First Division
• International Author
UPSC & Academic Orientation:
• Strong alignment with UPSC Prelims and 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:
• 4+ years of teaching experience in Economics
• Known for connecting microeconomics, macroeconomics, and current economic issues holistically
• Simplifies complex economic concepts through real-life and relatable examples
Mentorship & Pedagogy:
• Specialises in personalised mentoring beyond academics
• Guides students on discipline, motivation, and managing exam stress
ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY
Ms. Umang Khokhar
Faculty
Academic Background:
• B.Tech in Biotechnology, Amity University
• Certificate in Behavioural Sciences
Examination Credentials:
• Qualified UPSC CDS four times
• Qualified AFCAT twice
Teaching & Mentoring:
• Faculty for Environment & Ecology, Science & Technology, and Current Affairs
• Experienced in both academic and motivational mentorship
• Focuses on simplifying complex scientific concepts with contemporary relevance
• Emphasises conceptual clarity and exam-oriented preparation.
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Mr. Balneet Singh Bedi
Faculty
Academic Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics (Hons.) from Panjab University, Chandigarh
• Master’s degree in Political Science & International Relations (PSIR)
• Master’s degree in History
UPSC & State PCS Journey:
• Appeared in UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination twice
• Appeared in Uttarakhand PCS Mains Examination once
Teaching Experience:
• Faculty for Indian Polity, International Relations, and Current Affairs
• Focused on conceptual clarity, analytical understanding, and exam-oriented learning
• Extensive experience in mentoring aspirants with disciplined preparation strategies
• Emphasises answer-writing orientation and effective integration of static subjects with current affairs
HISTORY
Ms. Meenakshi Chaudhary
Faculty
Academic Background:
• M.A. in History from IGNOU
• B.A. (Hons.) in History from Delhi University
Teaching Experience:
• Expertise in History
• Guided and mentored many successful candidates for UPSC CSE
• Focused on conceptual clarity and exam-oriented preparation
• Emphasises structured coverage of Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History
