To serve one’s country is the highest honour that can be bestowed upon a man. Effective administration of the people can lead the country to its glory and it is the duty of IAS officers to do this. It is not easy to clear the tenuous UPSC exam. One has to pass the prelims, mains and interview to be accepted into the prestigiou institute of LBSNAA for administrative training. It is a long and ardent journey which requires commitment and proper guidance. And we have picked the ten best academies in chennai to do the same.

1.Shankar IAS Academy

Shankar IAS Academy is one of Chennai’s leading IAS coaching centres with branches in Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, Trichy, Adyar, Salem and Madurai. Since the institute was established in 2004, it has produced more than 900 IAS and IPS officers. They have also created 27 IFS officers. And the selection rate has constantly increased, thanks to their coaching methodologies, updated syllabus and expert team of trainers. The classrooms are equipped to facilitate efficient and comfortable learning. Students who need extra help are mentored by a special team of people to help them achieve their goals. Apart from UPSC, the institute also coaches students for TNPSC and bank exams. Regular class tests and revision tests are held to help students identify their weaknesses and areas to focus on. They offer coaching for prelims,mains and also the optional subjects. The course fee varies from every batch and the duration of the chosen course.

2.Officers IAS Academy  

Officers IAS Academy is founded by former civil  servants with the sole purpose of creating better IAS officials through precise delivery of the syllabus, a rigorous schedule, a unique mentoring program ‘Hansei’ and a proven pedagogy. This provides the students with the needed experience and confidence to crack the UPSC exams. The institute has expert faculty and state of the art infrastructure. The students can approach the mentor any time to help them out of a tough spot. Weekly tests, guest lectures and seminars help students to be better than the rest. The general studies course is 17 months long and includes both prelims and mains, along with a crash course, test series and mock interviews.  This is the most popular package and costs 1,60,000 rupees. There are another few combinations of course and they cost from 1,10,000 to 3,80,000 rupees, based on the course.

3.Ganesh IAS Academy

Ganesh IAS Academy began in 2000 and has been very committed and successful in creating quality IAS officials. They have successfully made more than 1500 officers. They focus on the individual needs of every student and help them study based on their knowledge level. They also work on enhancing the students answering abilities, analytical skills and personality. The coaching courses are 18 months long and the fee ranges between 96,760 rupees to 1,29,800 based on the choice of course. 

4.Smart Leaders IAS Academy

Smart Leaders IAS Academy specialise in General Studies and a selection of optional subjects. The institute has a highly experienced set of faculties. Their motto is to provide practical and viable solutions and preparation structure to the students so that students can find it easier to cope with the changing nature of Competitive exams in the country. They provide their students with updated study materials and periodic tests for best results. For the two year integrated course, the fee is 1,25,000 rupees.

5.All India Civil Services Coaching Centre

AICSCC was established by the government of Tamilnadu to train SC, ST, BC, MBC and differently abled students for the civil service examinations. They offer both full time and part time coaching. AICSCC only charges a minimal fee from each student, but the quality of education is excellent and constantly improved. The students can also avail the hostel facility provided by the government. There are 225 seats for the full time batch and 100 seats for part time coaching. The seats are allocated based on reservation systems only.

6.Manidhanaeyam IAS Academy

Manidhanaeyam IAS Academy was started in 2016 by Mr. Saidai Sa Duraisamy and is run by the Manidhanaeyam Charitable trust. The classes are free of cost, but one can enter only by clearing the entrance exam help by the institution. The students who manage to clear the prelims of UPSC exam are also provided with free food and accommodation. The members of Manidhanaeyam coaching centre believe in quality education with good materials and focus on the area where the student lag, thus guiding them accordingly. The input from IAS and IPS officials that form the trust is an added bonus.

7.Indian IAS Academy

Indian IAS Academy was began by an IAS aspirant to help other aspirants achieve their dream. The classes are interactive, and focuses on result oriented preparation. The commitment and confidence of the students are constantly boosted through periodical examinations and analysis of the tests. Students are taught easy ways to build concepts and to interconnect them for the best outcome. There are various courses from which the aspirant can choose based on their personal needs. The fee 10,000 to 1,35,000 rupees based on the choice of course.

8.Success IAS Academy

Success IAS Academy was established in 2003, and  has an experience of more than a decade in delivering outstanding results in the Civil Service Examinations. The institute has created 213 civil servants over the years and the number is constantly on the rise. The faculties are highly reputed and experienced. They teach from the exam point of view, provide detailed notes and conduct periodical tests to improve the students knowledge levels. Both weekend and weekday classes are available.

9.Vetrii IAS Study Circle

Vetrii IAS Study Circle has taken up its mission to to single-mindedly provide the best possible coaching to every student to achieve his/her cherished dream of becoming a civil servant, through high quality coaching, most relevant study material, regular test practices, constant evaluation and feedback. They have employed retired members of UPSC panel and retired civil servants for the students to gain firsthand knowledge from experienced people. They have various courses based on the needs of the student and the fee ranges from 5,000 rupees for just the test series to 1,20,000 rupees for a thorough 15 month coaching.

10.The Impact IAS Academy  

The Impact IAS Academy moulds and equips its aspirants through meticulously prepared class room lectures and regular tests. Friendly atmosphere and interactive classroom lectures make learning easier. Their vision is to provide affordable and quality coaching for the students from various strata of the society. There are various courses lasting from 3 to 7 months and the student can choose one based on their knowledge level and area of focus.

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