Dear Student,
Tomorrow, your preparation moves from notes to the answer booklet.
InsightsIAS is launching the STEP UP 2026 All India UPSC Mains Mock Test Series on 31 July 2026. The series begins with the Essay paper and continues with General Studies, qualifying language and optional papers as per the published timetable.
STEP UP is meant for aspirants who want to test themselves under examination conditions, understand where they currently stand and make timely improvements before the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination.
Essay Paper
| Test | Date | Time | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 31 July 2026 | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | STEP UP 2026 |
Start STEP UP 2026 with the Essay paper tomorrow morning.
Choose Your STEP UP Package
Essay, General Studies, qualifying language and optional papers in one complete Mains mock-test package.
Choose an individual optional subject package for ₹10.
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Why STEP UP Matters Now
Move Beyond Isolated Answers
Full-length papers show whether you can maintain focus, pace and quality from the first answer to the last.
Find the Gaps Early
A serious attempt helps you notice problems in recall, structure, time management and paper completion while there is still time to improve.
Build Examination Rhythm
Repeated full-paper practice helps you develop the discipline and stamina needed for the UPSC Mains schedule.
Enter Mains with Greater Confidence
Familiarity with the three-hour format allows you to approach the actual examination with greater calm and clarity.
Free Mentorship for Prelims-Qualified Students
Students who have qualified UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 and enrol in STEP UP 2026 will receive free mentorship support during this crucial phase of preparation.
Test Centres
OGP-1, 3rd Floor,
Above Village Hyper,
Chandra Layout,
Bengaluru
53/1, First Floor,
Bada Bazar Road,
Old Rajinder Nagar,
New Delhi – 110060
STEP UP Mains 2026 Timetable
Check the complete schedule for Essay, General Studies, qualifying language and optional papers.
Your First STEP UP Test Is Tomorrow
Join the complete STEP UP 2026 Mains mock test series and begin with the Essay paper on 31 July 2026.
STEP UP 2026 FAQs
When does STEP UP 2026 begin?
The series begins on 31 July 2026 with the Essay paper from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
What does the complete STEP UP package include?
The ₹200 package covers all nine papers under the programme, including General Studies, Essay, qualifying language and an optional subject.
Can I register only for an optional subject?
Yes. Individual optional subject packages are available for ₹10 each.
Which optional subjects are available?
PSIR, Anthropology, Sociology, Kannada Literature, Public Administration and Geography are available.
Where are the test centres?
The offline test centres are in Chandra Layout, Bengaluru, and Old Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi.
