[Entrance-cum-Scholarship Test] I-WIN (Insights IAS: Work, Improve, Nurture) for UPSC Prelims 2025 | 10th February 2025
Kartavya Desk Staff
“If only I had practiced and refined my techniques for Prelims at the RIGHT TIME! If I had stayed disciplined and committed to my goal, I could have cleared Prelims. Now, I have to prepare for another year—the cycle feels never-ending!”
These words echo the struggles of countless aspirants who have encountered the most demanding hurdle of the UPSC Civil Services Exam: Prelims! The burden of regret, unfulfilled aspirations, and the daunting reality of committing to yet another year of rigorous preparation can feel overwhelming. Every year, lakhs of dedicated candidates find themselves in this very situation.
In UPSC CSE 2023, approximately 13,00,000 candidates applied for the Prelims, with an estimated 5-6 lakh appearing for the exam. Out of these, 14,624 candidates cleared the Prelims. Subsequently, 2,916 candidates advanced to the Personality Test, and finally, 1,016 candidates were recommended for various services. These statistics underscore the rigorous nature of the UPSC CSE and the immense dedication, determination, and resilience required to succeed.
Dear Student,
At Insights IAS, we understand the emotional and intellectual investment you pour into this exam . The first hurdle, the Prelims, is renowned for its unpredictability and its ability to humble even the most talented. If you find yourself grappling with the Prelims challenge, scheduled 110 days away on May 25th, 2025, worry not! In response to the escalating unpredictability and challenges posed by UPSC Prelims 2024, we are super excited to present our new initiative: ‘I-WIN (Insights IAS- WORK, IMPROVE, NURTURE): Empowering Excellence Everyday’ for UPSC Prelims 2025.
But what exactly is the I-WIN : WORK, IMPROVE, NURTURE Strategy?
I-WIN, an acronym for Work, Improve, Nurture, is your 50-day journey to put your best foot forward in UPSC Prelims 2025.
• WORK: Study consistently, work hard and in a smart manner and take a UPSC Prelims Test comprising 50 MCQs everyday at sharp 7 AM
• IMPROVE: Go through the synopsis post taking the test and analyze the question types, difficulty level and your mistakes with a mindset to improve.
• NURTURE: Nurture your potential every single day in a consistent manner. Test yourself, make mistakes, correct yourself and learn each day!
I-WIN makes your preparation focused, enhances your skills, and fosters a mindset of constant improvement—truly embodying the essence of Work, Improve, Nurture
Scholarship Test Date: 10th February , 2025 (Monday)
Syllabus for the Scholarship-cum-Entrance Test: UPSC CSE Prelims Syllabus (Paper I & Paper 2-CSAT)
Duration of the Scholarship-cum-Entrance Test:
• Offline Mode: 9:30 AM- 11:30 AM (2 hours)
• Online Mode: 9:30 AM- 11 AM (1.5 hours)
No. & Type of Questions: 100 MCQs(85 GS + 15 CSAT)
Mode of Entrance Test: Offline (Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Srinagar, & Davanagere) & Online
Note: Only if you choose to participate in the scholarship test through the offline mode, you’ll qualify for offline admission. However, if you opt for the online mode, you’ll only have the option to take tests online.
Register HERE to take the Scholarship-cum-Entrance Test
Scholarships: 1. Ranks 1-5: 100% scholarship 2. Ranks 6-10: 50% scholarship 3. Ranks 11-20: 25% scholarship
1. Ranks 1-5: 100% scholarship
2. Ranks 6-10: 50% scholarship
3. Ranks 11-20: 25% scholarship
Registrations close on 9th February, 2025 at 4 PM.
DETAILS OF I-WIN (Insights IAS: Work, Improve, Nurture) Test Series for UPSC Prelims 2025:
I-WIN Prelims Test Series 2025 Starts on: 16th February 2025 ( Sunday)
Fee (Offline Mode): Rs. 3500/- incl. taxes
Fee (Online Mode): Rs. 2500/- incl. taxes
Mode of I-WIN 2025: Offline and Online
DOWNLOAD THE I-WIN Prelims Test Series Timetable for UPSC CSE 2025
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FEATURES OF I-WIN PRELIMS TEST SERIES FOR UPSC CSE 2025:
• Total No. Tests: 50 ( 42 GS + 8 CSAT)
• No. of High-Quality Questions in each I-WIN test: 50
• The set of 50 questions includes: 30 from NCERT/standard books, 5 conceptual questions, 10 from current affairs, and 5 from PYQs (comprising 5 derived from the options of PYQs).
• Test Timing and Duration of each I-WIN test: 7 AM – 8 AM (1 hour)
• Systematic completion of the syllabus through regular tests based on a micro-syllabus
• Revision through Repetition: Complete the entire Prelims syllabus with 4 revisions.
• 50 tests will be conducted in 4 Rounds
• Weekly CSAT Tests on Saturdays
• A study holiday will be given once a week on Sundays
• Clarity on the Sources to be studied
• Soft Copy of the Synopsis will be provided for each test by 8:30 AM the same day on the Portal.
• Orientations for each subject will be pre-loaded into the InstaCourses Portal. They will empower you to understand and analyze the essence and trend of every subject enabling you to draw-out a map for your personalized preparation.
• Practice is Key: Intensive and disciplined testing , will help you face the uncertainty of the UPSC exam, experiment, learn and unlearn many things. Practice leads to progress!
• By April 2025, you’ll feel confident with a solid grasp of basic and advanced concepts, including past questions, current affairs, and CSAT. You’ll also learn effective time management and improve your multiple-choice question skills.
• The rank list will be released by 2 PM for offline students. Online students can see their live (dynamic) ranks on the portal as soon as they attempt the test.
*NOTE: No teaching will take place in the I-WIN batch. This batch is meant strictly for people who can do self-study of all the topics but want to improve their marks in Prelims by establishing a robust foundation in syllabus topics through comprehensive and structured study of NCERTS, Standard books, Current Affairs, and CSAT. *
Expected Outcomes if you join I-WIN – 2025 (Only if you stay consistent till the end of the program, write all tests with complete dedication with a mindset to improve):
• Completion of the Prelims syllabus : both GS & CSAT, in a very disciplined manner.
• Improve your MCQ-solving skills in an incremental but focused manner.
• By April 2025, you’ll feel confident with a solid grasp of basic and advanced concepts, including past questions, current affairs, and CSAT.
• You’ll also learn how to manage your time effectively.
• You WILL be confident about the subjects, your knowledge and your skills to WIN the UPSC Prelims – 2025
These outcomes are dependent on YOU- your dedication, perseverance, consistency and will to march on towards your goals despite all obstacles and setbacks!
If you join I-WIN 2024:
• You MUST stick to the timetable and NEVER miss a test – no matter how terrible your preparation is. Don’t be afraid of failure!
• Be dedicated. Focus on improving your abilities on a daily basis with the aid of our tests, synopsis & mentors.
• You must work hard CONSISTENTLY.
• You need to be disciplined in your preparation. Without discipline you can’t succeed.
• You MUST take care of your health and well-being too!
• You must have FAITH in Insights IAS.
• But most importantly, you must have FAITH IN YOURSELVES!
What do we expect from you?
We want to stress the importance of having unwavering faith in yourself and in our guidance. 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.
We firmly believe that with your 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.
I-WIN 2025 will ensure that you achieve a strong foundation in the Prelims syllabus topics. 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!
I-WIN goes beyond being a test series; it emerges as a transformative journey, equipping UPSC aspirants with the tools and mindset needed to conquer the challenges of the Prelims stage. Remember: I-WIN is not a destination; it’s a commitment to conquering each challenge, mastering every concept, and affirming your place among the few thousands who clear UPSC CSE Prelims each year.
*“Do it again. Play it again. Sing it again. Read it again. Write it again. Sketch it again. Rehearse it again. Run it again. Try it again. Because again is practice, and practice is improvement, and improvement only leads to perfection.” ― *Richelle E. Goodrich
*“Do it again. Play it again. Sing it again. Read it again. Write it again. Sketch it again. Rehearse it again. Run it again. Try it again. Because again is practice, and practice is improvement, and improvement only leads to perfection.” ― *Richelle E. Goodrich
Let the I-WIN affirmation echo in your efforts, resonating with the belief that success is not a chance occurrence but a deliberate, disciplined ascent.
Let it resonate within you: I will overcome, I can succeed, and I shall triumph with I-WIN!
Let it resonate within you: I will overcome, I can succeed, and I shall triumph with I-WIN!
Register HERE to take the Scholarship-cum-Entrance Test
DOWNLOAD THE I-WIN Prelims Test Series Timetable for UPSC CSE 2025
LIMITED INTAKE BASED ON ENTRANCE TEST ONLY
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