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PrernaForIAS.com offers UPSC Prelims GS Paper I and State PSC practice MCQs, GS Paper I previous year papers, full-length CSAT GS Paper II papers, daily current affairs, subject-wise study notes, and guidance material.

The platform is designed for all UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS) aspirants as well as candidates preparing for State Public Service Commission (PSC) exams across India. Whether you are just starting out or in the final stretch of your preparation, PrernaForIAS.com has content relevant to you.

Creating an account is free — free users can preview study content, browse PYQ answers, and take the daily quiz. Unlimited mock tests, PYQ practice, detailed explanations, PDF downloads, bookmarks, and dashboard analytics are part of Premium — ₹1499 + GST per year or ₹3499 + GST one-time for lifetime access. See pricing →

PrernaForIAS.com is founded by D.C. Agrawal, IRS (Retd.) — a retired Indian Revenue Service officer with 40+ years of experience in governance and public administration. Having witnessed firsthand the barriers that prevent talented aspirants from quality preparation, the platform was built with one purpose: to make civil services coaching-level resources available to every Indian, everywhere. Learn more about us →

The platform covers all major UPSC Prelims subjects and more: Indian History, Geography, Polity, Indian Economy, Science & Technology, Environment and Ecology, Ethics, Current Affairs, International Relations, and state-specific content for all Indian states.

Over 1,00,000 MCQs support UPSC Prelims GS Paper I and State PSC Prelims practice across subjects, difficulty levels, and topics. The library is regularly updated with new questions and current affairs content.

CSAT is UPSC Prelims GS Paper II. Each full-length CSAT paper has 80 questions in 120 minutes across Reading Comprehension, Logical & Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, and Decision Making & Data Sufficiency.

Questions are tagged across multiple difficulty levels — from foundational questions ideal for beginners to advanced questions that mirror the toughness of the actual UPSC Prelims. You can filter by difficulty to match your current stage of preparation.

GS Paper I mock tests run for 100 questions in 120 minutes. CSAT GS Paper II papers run for 80 questions in 120 minutes.

Yes. Every practice MCQ includes a detailed explanation for the correct answer. After submitting a test, you can review each question individually to see the correct answer and a clear explanation of why.

UPSC Prelims GS Paper I papers from 2011 to 2024 are available year-wise. GS Paper II previous year papers are coming soon.

Yes. Every PYQ has a detailed answer explanation. You can attempt the full paper under timed conditions and then review each question with its explanation.

Yes — an account is required to use the platform, and creating one is free. Sign-up takes under a minute and your performance history is saved to your account. A Premium subscription unlocks unlimited mock tests, PYQ practice, and detailed explanations.

Yes. The platform is fully responsive and works on mobile browsers without any app download required. You can practice MCQs and read notes on your phone or tablet at any time.