Economics Optional Foundation Course with Test Series
for CSE 2026

An understanding of economy is a prerequisite for an Indian Administrative Officer (IAS officer). Economics is an inherent part of governance and policy planning. Studying Economics as an optional subject for UPSC CSE diversifies the perspective of aspirants for all the stages of the exam.

All the concepts of Economics as an optional subject will be simplified by the best faculty for the subject - Vibhas Jha Sir in the Economics Optional Foundation Course offered by NEXT IAS.

Why Economics as an Optional?

Selecting the right optional subject is very important to secure good marks in UPSC CSE Mains examination. Factors like subject’s overlap with GS Papers (both Prelims and Mains) and availability of basic resources should be considered before selecting the optional subject for UPSC CSE.

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Economics as an optional subject is relevant to administrative roles and governance.
It offers scoring potential in the UPSC examination.
It has overlap with various General Studies (GS) papers, providing a comprehensive understanding of multiple subjects.
It allows analysis of real-world applications and socio-economic challenges.
Vibhas Jha Sir's guidance enhances conceptual clarity and his individual attention towards aspirants contributes to their success.

Course Features

Quality teaching focusing on conceptual clarity by Vibhas Jha Sir.
Comprehensive coverage of UPSC CSE Economics (Optional) and Indian Economy (GS) syllabus.
Individual attention with personalized guidance and support.
Well-researched study material covering the entire syllabus.

Inclusion of IES and RBI Grade B/DEPR exam coverage at no extra cost.
Additional 60 hours of teaching for IES and RBI Grade B (DR) DEPR exam aspirants.
GS and English will also be taught to IES and RBI Grade B (DR) DEPR students.
Test series with 8 tests (4 sectionals and 4 full-length).

Access and Support:

Students attending offline classes will get 72-hours access to the recorded lecture. If today is the class, they can attend it offline and will be able to access the recording for the next 72 hours (3 days).
Online students can watch the lecture live on the app and will get access to the recorded lecture for the next 72 hours (3 days).

Revision Backup:

All students (offline & online) will get 15 days access after course completion and 30 days of access after Prelims for revision (in June).

Batch Details

Economics Optional Foundation Course with Test Series for CSE 2026

Batch	Venue	Start Date	Time	Duration	Fee
Offline	ORN	7th August, 2025	3:00 PM to 5:30 PM (6 Days a week)	6 months	Rs. 55,085 + GST	Enroll Now
Online	-	7th August, 2025	3:00 PM to 5:30 PM (6 Days a week)	6 months	Rs. 55,085 + GST	Enroll Now

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Note:

Discount for Ex-NEXT IAS GS Foundation course students.
For Detailed Admission Procedure Click Here
Venue: Old Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi.
All Live/Online courses are available on Windows, Android Phone, Apple iOS, Apple MacBook and iPad.
Students are allowed to access the live/online course on a maximum of two devices. Any attempt to use more than two devices will result in restricted access.
For any query please contact at +91-8081300200