Dear Students,
We’re pleased to announce the return of one of our most sought-after initiatives, the CORE BATCH 2026 (Without Evaluation)—a program that has consistently produced top ranks and transformed the lives of many aspirants since its inception in 2014.
Our founder & director, Vinay Sir, always believed in “learning by doing”. The CORE BATCH is the embodiment of this philosophy. Our very first offline batch in 2014 had just 40 students and we got 5 ranks from it-Ranks 8,26,36,97,392 from 15 odd students who remained (sustained) till the end of the program. We dared to be different from the herd, emphasized that it is practice that matters, not just reading and introduced this as an intensive answer writing program!
Fee: Rs. 2000/- incl. taxes
Mode of CORE BATCH 2025: Offline and Online
🔗 Click here to Enroll – Core Batch 2026 (Without Evaluation)
📅 Download Full Timetable (PDF)
Total Number of Tests: 68 Tests –>
68 Mains – 20 Essay + 19 Ethics + 29 GS (1-3) .
Systematic completion of GS & Essay Papers :
- Tuesday & Friday : GS Tests.
- Monday : Ethics Tests.
- Sunday: Essay Tests.
Incremental approach towards Mains Answer Writing :
GS: you start with 10 Questions(1 hour), 15 Questions(2 hours), 20 Questions(3 hours)
Essay: You write 1 topic and 2 topics on alternate Sundays
Ethics: 10 Questions (1.5 hours) and 19 Questions(3 hours)
NOTE: No teaching will take place for core batch. This batch is meant strictly for people who can do self-study of all the topics but want to improve their marks in Mains by improving their answer writing skills.
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TOPPERS FROM CORE BATCHES:
Since its inception in 2014, the Core Batch has been instrumental in creating many toppers, Rank-1 in CSE-2016 (Nandini K R), Rank-17 in CSE-2018 (Rahul Sankanur), Rank-5 in CSE-2019 (Jeydev CS), Rank 40(Anant Dwivedi – Delhi Core Batch), Rank 77(Akshay Simha ) in UPSC CSE 2020 & AIR 31(Avinash) in UPSC CSE 2021.
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NAME(click on the names to read detailed strategies) |
AIR |
FEEDBACK ON THE CORE BATCH |
| NITISH K | 8 (UPSC CSE 2014) | “The rigorous schedule of Insights for test series enabled us to complete syllabus in time and also strengthen our answer writing skills. Vinay Sir always used to tell you would get in top 50 .” |
| NEHA KUMARI | 26 (2014) | “I was fortunate enough to manage to get enrolled in the Mains offline program of Insights which did not include any conventional classroom program like typical coaching institutes. We were given daily targets to read for the various topics in CSE Mains exam and we were expected to answer them in the limited time. This was extremely strenuous and needed 100% concentration and dedication. Vinay Sir would always say –“If you are able to handle this pressure, you will surely come out successful.” |
| DK BALAJI | 36 (2014) | “I wrote all Insights tests religiously without missing a single test.The jam-packed preparation for 3.5 months made me confident about Mains. Insights guided and motivated me very much during this phase.The role of insightsonindia.com’s offline test series in helping me score well in this exam is immense. With below average GS scores in previous attempt, I have now ended up with above-average GS scores in this attempt, across all papers. This is not a eulogy. I must say, I would not have even got into the list, without this test series, not to mention of getting fantastic Rank36.”
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| Nandini KR | 1 (UPSC CSE 2016) | “The responsibility of writing tests made me more efficient in time management. I improved my speed of writing. This was one of the reasons why I had lost marks in my previous attempt. I focused on improving both quality and speed. At Insights, we had to answer ten questions in one hour. Initially, I struggled to answer 5-6 answers. But, I was pushed to answer more and more at Insights. In the end I could easily answer all 20 questions in 3hours without diluting quality of answers. Writing so many GS tests also improved my speed in optional subject.” |
| Sachin Gupta | 3 (UPSC CSE 2017) | “Fortunately at Insights I was pushed to write tests in a disciplined manner. Slowly after 8-10 tests, one is able to find what to do and what no to do, how to write an answer. I use to interact with Vinay Sir a lot to understand this. But actual struggle after that to internalize the answer writing pattern in your heart & soul and make it a natural way of answer writing. For that one should do intensive answer writing practice.” |
| Jeydev CS | 5 (UPSC CSE 2019) | “The bulk of my preparation for mains revolved around writing answers in a timed setting(I used Insights). In the beginning, I’d aim to write 7 questions (15 marks, 250 words) in 1 hour. Once that aim was met, I set my sights on 3-hour full syllabus mock tests. With time and practice, I was able to complete those papers without leaving any questions.” |
| Avinash | 31 (UPSC CSE 2021) | Was a student of OGP-2021 & CORE BATCH. |
| Diya Dasgupta | 207 (UPSC CSE 2023) | Was a student of OGP-2019 & CORE BATCH.
InsightsIAS has been a constant pillar, companion and guide. Vinay Sir had never let my fighting spirit fade away, he taught me to embrace failures and come back stronger than ever. Their entire Mentorship team is handsdown one of the most useful feature, where personal guidance is given to hone the unique talents each candidate already possesses! Immensely grateful to the whole team of InsightsIAS! |
Meet Tejasvi Prasad Deshpande, our esteemed Core batch student, who proudly secured an impressive All India Rank of 99 in the UPSC CSE 2024.
What do we expect from you?
We want to stress the importance of having unwavering faith in yourself and in our guidance. Without trust and faith, it will be difficult for us to achieve success together. We ask that you come to us with an open mind and a willingness to learn from your mistakes, improve every day, and ultimately achieve your goal of getting a rank that will make your loved ones proud. We promise to provide you with the best possible environment to study independently and confidently, but it’s up to you to put in the hard work and trust our guidance.
We firmly believe that with trust, hard work, and our guidance, you can achieve the rank you’ve been dreaming of. So, take a leap of faith and join us on this journey towards success.
Core Batch 2026 will ensure that you achieve mastery over answer-writing. This result-oriented initiative pushes you out of your comfort zone and ensures that you progress steadily towards your goal.
We promise to do our part sincerely with discipline and dedication- will you? If the answer is YES , then don’t think twice! Register for the scholarship test and take the first step towards your dream!
Philosophy, Strategy & Features of Core Batch 2026
Core Batch 2026: Consistency. Clarity. Conversion
Aim and Objectives of This Program:
At our core, we aim to empower serious UPSC CSE aspirants by providing them with the best possible environment to study independently and confidently.
We firmly believe that consistency is key to success, and we are committed to providing consistent guidance to ensure that your preparation is consistent as well. The UPSC CSE exam journey can be a tumultuous one, and we understand that aspirants need honest mentors to keep them on track and help them realize their dreams. Our program is designed to efficiently fill this gap.
Every aspirant who enrolls with us dreams of getting a rank, but our ultimate goal is to help you make this attempt your last. We are looking for aspirants who are willing to put in sincere hard work in a rigorous training environment under able guidance. Only the strongest can withstand such training, but if you are committed to achieving a top rank, we are confident that our program will provide the necessary foundation.
We promise that within a month of enrolling, you will notice a significant positive change in your preparation.
What matters is your success – for you and us. Merely joining the program will not make you clear the exam. We will provide all the resources and support possible. But it is up to you- how resourceful you are & how well you choose to utilize our services and guidance. We want you to join our Insights IAS family ONLY if you are 100% committed to your goals. We want dedicated individuals who are willing to work hard. Insights IAS will be your faithful companion till your last step in this marathon journey. Our professional team will work efficiently to do justice to the timetable and your expectations. Join this program only if you are determined to get a top rank (Rank 1 too!)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I shift to Core Batch with evaluation if I have already joined another program?
Yes. You can upgrade/shift to the Core Batch with full evaluation and mentorship.
📧 support@insightsias.com | 📞 080-69405205
What happens if I miss a test? Can I reschedule?
While missed tests can be taken later in online mode, it is strongly advised not to skip. The rhythm of the program depends on consistency.
Are discussions conducted after tests?
No , Discussion Videos won’t be made available.
Will a synopsis or model answers be provided after the tests?
Yes. A detailed synopsis is made available for every test, covering key points, enrichment material, and ideal structuring.
However, Mains test copies in Core Batch are not evaluated after submission.
🔗 Enroll Now – Core Batch 2026 (Without Evaluation)
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