One of the most difficult and esteemed examinations in the nation is the UPSC Civil Services Examination. For many years, getting ready required moving to places like Delhi, going to classes in person, and spending a significant amount of time and money. However, that has now changed because of the internet and forward-thinking educators.

In this report, we showcase six legendary UPSC educators who changed the way candidates learn, get ready, and succeed by creating enormous digital-first education brands in addition to teaching.

Top UPSC Teachers/Mentors Online

1. Roman Saini – Co-founder of Unacademy

Who is he?

Roman Saini is a 2014 batch IAS officer and former AIIMS physician. However, at the age of 22, he left his position in the civil service to co-found Unacademy, which is currently among the largest edtech companies in India.

What did he construct?

Roman developed a personal brand centered on free, excellent, concept-based learning, beginning with straightforward YouTube explainer videos on challenging UPSC subjects. After that, he ventured into Unacademy, a website with thousands of UPSC video lessons taught by leading instructors.

Impact of Digital Brand: The platform is used by more than 50 million students and more than 1 million UPSC candidates.

• Live classes, question-answering, structured courses, and notes changed the game.
• developed a brand centered on high-quality, reasonably priced, and easily accessible education.

Source: Unacademy

2. Dr. Vikas Divyakirti – Founder of Drishti IAS

Who is he?

One of India's most esteemed UPSC instructors, Dr. Vikas Divyakirti holds a Ph.D. in Hindi literature and was formerly an IAS officer. Due to his reputation for emotional intelligence and storytelling, he gained the trust of thousands of candidates who spoke Hindi.

What did he build?

Drishti IAS began as a classroom coaching center in Delhi and grew into a digital behemoth with:

• YouTube videos
• Periodicals and books
• Applications for mobile devices
• Online and offline hybrid coaching

Digital Brand Impact:

• More than 10 million YouTube subscribers
• Breaks the dominance of English-centric platforms by providing in-depth lectures in Hindi.
• Provides a learning environment that includes ethics case studies, writing exercises, tests, and daily current events.

Source: Drishti IAS

3. Mrunal Patel – Founder of Mrunal.org

Who is he?

Mrunal Patel, a former Gujarat government official, rose to fame by simplifying and humanizing the subjects of geography, budget, and economics. Before launching YouTube video lectures, he began with handwritten blog posts.

What did he construct?

• One of the oldest UPSC blogs in India is Mrunal.org.
• Lectures with lots of visuals that break down difficult UPSC economic concepts.
• Partnerships for live courses with Unacademy.

Impact of Digital Brand: 

• Provided free notes and strategies to help lakhs of students pass the Mains and Prelims.
• Renowned for its annual Budget & Economic Survey explainer series.
• Adored for his "Desi examples," which add fun and usefulness to macroeconomics.

Source: Mrunal.org

4. Prashant Dhawan – International Relations & GK Expert

Who is he?

Prashant Dhawan is well-known in the UPSC preparation community for his in-depth YouTube videos on GK, IR, and current affairs. Maps, timelines, world news, and geopolitical narratives are all incorporated into his distinctive teaching approach.

What did he build?

He established one of India's most dependable content libraries as a key faculty member on StudyIQ for:

• Current events every day
• Analysis of editorials
• Events around the world for GS Paper 2 (International Relations)
• Preparation for preliminary and main exams
  
  

Digital Brand Impact:

• Millions of views on the StudyIQ platform and YouTube.
• Explanations that are very visual and have clear narratives.
• Frequent content and the element of trust among bilingual and Hindi learners.

Source: Career247

5. Parveen Kumar – Economics Educator at StudyIQ

Who is he?

Kumar Parveen Sir serves both UPSC and State PCS candidates and specializes in economics and the Indian economy. His lectures, which are renowned for being bilingual and student-friendly, provide clarity to otherwise dull subjects.

What did he build?

His lectures on national income brought him notoriety.

• The rate of inflation
• Monetary policy and banking
• Economic Survey and Budget

Digital Brand Impact:

• One of the most watched economics faculties.
• Gained popularity by giving recurring, relatable lectures.
• Simplifies ideas with the use of statistics, real-world examples, and illustrations.

Source: StudyIQ

6. Awdhesh Singh – Founder, Awdhesh Academy

Who is he?

Awdhesh Singh is a well-known Quora writer, retired IRS officer, and mentor for GS, interview, and ethics advice.

What did he build?

• Awdhesh Academy, which provides mentorship and online courses.
• Gained a great deal of online recognition with more than 3000 excellent answers on Quora.
• Focuses on writing essays, developing one's personality, and GS Paper IV (Ethics).

Digital Brand Impact:

• Built a trustworthy personal brand centered on ethics, philosophy, and practical management.
• Actively mentors students through blogs, paid courses, and digital content.

Source: Awdhesh Academy

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Conclusion

Building relationships, a sense of community, accessibility, and scale were all key components of the digital revolution in UPSC coaching, which went beyond simply shifting classes online. These teachers:

• Instructed by means of narrative
• Using blogs, apps, and YouTube
• Offered reasonably priced substitutes for coaching centers.
• Created reputable brands that currently serve as a guide for thousands of applicants.

FAQs

1. Who is the best online geopolitics teacher in India

One of India's leading online geopolitics instructors, Prashant Dhawan sir is renowned for his profound understanding of world events and his lucid, captivating instruction. Current affairs enthusiasts and UPSC candidates love his lectures.

2. Who is the best teacher in India?

Khan Sir is one of India’s most popular educators, known for his witty, relatable teaching that reaches millions of students online.

3. Who is the best online UPSC/IAS teacher

Among the best online UPSC coaching platforms are Drishti IAS and Vision IAS, which are renowned for their well-organized courses and knowledgeable instructors.