The ASTRA Programme by Chinmaya Academy for Civil Services (CACS) is a meticulously designed initiative focused exclusively on UPSC Civil Services Mains preparation. With the 2026 exam in sight, ASTRA empowers aspirants with structured guidance, intensive answer writing, and personalized mentoring — enabling them to master the art of writing impactful, time-bound answers. The ASTRA Programme by Chinmaya Academy for Civil Services (CACS) is a meticulously designed initiative focused exclusively on UPSC Civil Services Mains preparation. With the 2026 exam in sight, ASTRA empowers aspirants with structured guidance, intensive answer writing, and personalized mentoring — enabling them to master the art of writing impactful, time-bound answers.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
28 Full-Length Mains Test Series Sharpen your skills with a comprehensive set of Mains tests, covering all GS papers, Essay, and Ethics. Each test comes with detailed evaluation and expert feedback. Special Focus on Ethics & Essay
Deep dive into the most dynamic and scoring areas of the Mains exam. Develop originality, clarity of thought, ethical reasoning with guided sessions and practice drills.
Regular Answer Writing Practice
Build consistency and confidence with weekly answer writing modules, topic-wise discussions, and model answer reviews.
Study Hall & Library Access A quiet, focused environment for self-study. Exclusive access to a well-stocked UPSC reference library and dedicated study hall.
Mentoring by Retired IAS & IRS Officers
Gain from the wisdom and experience of former civil servants. One-on-one mentorship and group sessions for strategy, motivation, and performance tracking.
3 Days a Week – Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Balanced weekly schedule designed to allow time for revision, test preparation, and independent study. Sharpen your skills with a comprehensive set of Mains tests, covering all GS papers, Essay, and Ethics. Each test comes with detailed evaluation and expert feedback.
28 Full-Length Mains Test Series Special Focus on Ethics & Essay Deep dive into the most dynamic and scoring areas of the Mains exam. Develop originality, clarity of thought, and ethical reasoning with guided sessions and practice drills. Regular Answer Writing Practice
Build consistency and confidence with weekly answer writing modules, topic-wise discussions, and model answer reviews. Study Hall & Library Access
A quiet, focused environment for self-study. Exclusive access to a well-stocked UPSC reference library and dedicated study hall. Mentoring by Retired IAS & IRS Officers
Gain from the wisdom and experience of former civil servants. One-on-one mentorship and group sessions for strategy, motivation, and performance tracking.
3 Days a Week – Wed, Thu & Fri
Balanced weekly schedule designed to allow time for revision, test preparation, and independent study.
WHO SHOULD JOIN ?
Aspirants targeting UPSC CSE 2026, with or without prior Mains experience Those looking to strengthen answer writing, essay writing, and Ethics preparation
Students who value structured guidance, mentorship, and disciplined practice
Students who value structured guidance, mentorship, and disciplined practice
Those looking to strengthen answer writing, essay writing, and Ethics preparation
Aspirants targeting UPSC CSE 2026, with or without prior Mains experience
