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In the last few months, I’ve spoken to dozens of UPSC aspirants—students from Kolkata attending Educrat IAS, some prepping solo from their hometowns in Hooghly and Bardhaman, and a few working professionals trying to juggle jobs and prep. And if there’s one question that keeps popping up in all those conversations, it’s this: 👉 “How doRead more

Can You Feel the Heat Rising in Kolkata? You’re Not Alone. It’s only July, and temperatures across Kolkata and nearby areas have already broken records. The scorching afternoons, sleepless humid nights, and frequent power cuts — they’re not just part of summer anymore. They’re part of a climate shift that’s getting harder to ignore. ThisRead more

A Reliable Pathway for UPSC Aspirants from Howrah Preparing for the Civil Services Examination is a serious commitment, one that requires the right guidance, structured preparation, and access to quality resources. For many aspirants in Howrah, proximity to Delhi-standard coaching without relocating has been a challenge—until Educrat IAS emerged as a trusted institute in nearbyRead more

In May 2024, the NEET-UG examination, a crucial gateway for medical aspirants across India, came under national scrutiny. Allegations of question paper leaks, unannounced grace marks, and procedural delays raised serious concerns among students, parents, and educators. For aspirants preparing for other competitive exams like UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), this situation brings significant implications.Read more

In the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific region, maritime cooperation has become a strategic imperative for like-minded nations. The India–France Naval Exercise “Varuna”, particularly Phase II conducted in March 2025, stands as a testament to this shared vision of maritime security, interoperability, and defence diplomacy. As aspirants preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination,Read more

Still flipping through newspapers and missing what really matters for UPSC 2025? You’re not alone. The pressure to stay updated with daily current affairs can feel overwhelming — especially in Kolkata’s buzzing student hubs like Gariahat, Salt Lake, and Tollygunge. Between optional prep, GS, and CSAT, it’s easy to lose track of crucial headlines. That’sRead more

A New Era in Indian Education: What You Should Know Now Imagine you’re a UPSC aspirant in Kolkata, chasing your dream through a maze of entrance exams, eligibility criteria, and inconsistent university recognitions. What if the very institutions deciding your academic legitimacy are about to be overhauled? That’s exactly what’s happening with the Reconstitution ofRead more

Why Is Everyone Talking About RBI’s Repo Auction This Week? Imagine you’re preparing for UPSC in a humid Kolkata evening. You hear the news — the RBI is conducting a ₹1 trillion, 7-day variable rate reverse repo auction. The headline might sound technical, but in reality, it holds key macroeconomic insights that could land youRead more

Your Go-To Monthly Roundup for UPSC & State Exams Are You Still Scrolling News Headlines Every Day? You Don’t Have To. As a UPSC aspirant in Kolkata, you already know this: current affairs can make or break your rank. But between daily classes, revision, and back-to-back mock tests, keeping up with every budget change, internationalRead more

Are you planning to appear for UPSC 2025? Whether you’re aiming for IAS, IPS, IFS, CDS, NDA, ESE, or other civil service roles, now is the time to start strong. The UPSC Exam Calendar 2025 is officially out, and it’s more than just dates—it’s your roadmap to cracking India’s toughest competitive exams. In this blog, we’ll break down the completeRead more