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PSIR as a Strategy
See why PSIR itself is a strategy for Mains — a complete distillation of thought.
Free Live Masterclass · PSIR Optional
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Masterclass on PSIR Optional
The optional carries the highest weightage in UPSC Mains — and yet receives the least attention. PSIR is dynamic, event-focused, and theme-based; it is the masterkey to a top rank. Brainstorm with lead tutor Rohan Dange Sir and learn to ace PSIR to secure your spot in the final list.
Live on 7 July 202610:00 AM ISTOnline
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The Optional Is the Masterkey
PSIR has the highest weightage in Mains and yet receives the least attention. It is dynamic, event-focused, theme-based — and a silent contributor to your Essay and GS preparation.
PSIR is not just an optional — it is a strategy for Mains and a complete distillation of thought. Done right, it builds conceptual bridges with current affairs and quietly strengthens your Essay and General Studies answers. This masterclass shows you how to address the evolving nature of the paper and plan it section-wise across both papers, so the optional becomes your sharpest edge. Pair it with our PSIR 2027 (Certified) programme for the full 400+ hour optional course with mentorship.
What You'll Learn in This Masterclass
7 takeaways you can apply to your very next answer.
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Aspirant-Centric Integration
An aspirant-centric strategy to weave PSIR into your General Studies preparation.
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Section-wise Planning
Approach and planning curated section-wise for all four sections across both papers.
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Time-Restricted Coverage
Cover the syllabus in a time-restricted yet genuinely effective manner.
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Bridges to Current Affairs
Build conceptual bridges between PSIR theory and current affairs.
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Decoding Past Papers
Assessment of previous years' papers to anticipate what the examiner asks.
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The Roundtable Method
The mentorship methodology for PSIR at Roundtable IAS.
Meet Your Mentor
Rohan Dange Sir — Founder & Chief Mentor
Founder & Chief Mentor
Rohan Dange Sir
Rohan Dange Sir is the Founder of Roundtable IAS and a Distinguished Fellow at the Forum for Global Studies, New Delhi, where his work engages deeply with global affairs, security studies, and India's evolving strategic and foreign policy landscape.
With over 15 years of experience in UPSC coaching, Rohan has mentored civil services aspirants across international relations, economy, world history, essay, and political science. His teaching philosophy rejects rote learning in favour of structured dialogue and analytical rigour — translating complex policy and defence concepts into accessible, exam-ready frameworks.
Under his leadership, Roundtable IAS prioritises substance over spectacle — fostering collaborations with institutions, experts, and stakeholders committed to strengthening India's strategic discourse through knowledge and informed engagement.
Read More“The UPSC doesn't test what you know — it tests how you think about what you know. Our job is to build that thinking muscle.”
Who Should Attend
- Aspirants choosing — or already preparing — PSIR as their optional
- Anyone who wants the optional to become their highest-scoring paper
- Repeaters looking to address the evolving, dynamic nature of PSIR
- GS and Essay aspirants who want PSIR to compound their overall preparation
Brainstorm with our lead tutor Rohan Dange Sir and get fresh insights and food for thought. Learn from the best to ace PSIR and secure a spot in the final list.
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