STEP Batch (Prelims 2026)
Strategic Training for Effective Prelims
Your last 20-day push for Prelims 2026.
8 sessions by Mansi ma'am + 2 CSAT sessions by Aman sir. Make it count.
Built for Prelims 2026 aspirants who've done a full syllabus pass. Make your last 20 days count. Improve your score. Clear the cutoff. Step into Mains.
20 days. 10 sessions. Everything that matters.
PYQ-led, elimination-driven, mock-tested. Every session anchored to high-yield UPSC areas. All sessions recorded — revisit anytime.
Two mentors. One for each paper.
Mansi Gupta ma'am
Mansi Gupta ma'am (UPSC CSE 2025 AIR 78, Prelims 2025 GS 126) secured AIR 78 in UPSC CSE 2025 — with GS score of 126 and CSAT score of 129.
One of the highest essay scorers in recent UPSC history — 124 in CSE 2024 and 122 in CSE 2025. Consistent. Methodical. Elite.
In STEP, she brings the freshest exam-room perspective — PYQ pattern mastery, subject-wise high-yield areas, and a structured approach that converts preparation into marks. Leads 8 sessions personally (all GS + CSAT Reading Comprehension & English Language).
Aman Singh sir
Aman Singh sir is an IIT Delhi engineer who has appeared in UPSC Mains 3 times and cleared IFoS (Forest Service) Prelims twice.
Scored 151 in CSAT 2022 and 133 in CSAT 2023 — the toughest CSAT paper ever set. His approach is systematic and elimination-focused: not just solving questions, but knowing exactly which ones to skip.
In STEP, he leads 2 CSAT sessions — Quant + DI and Logical Reasoning. Built for aspirants who want to stop losing marks on a paper that should be cleared comfortably.
10 Sessions. 5 May → 20 May. Prelims on 24 May.
Start free with Session 1 on 5 May. Every session anchored to high-yield UPSC areas. Syllabus-aligned. Exam-focused. All sessions 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST.
| Session | Date | Day | Time (IST) | Mentor | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 May | Tuesday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Polity (PYQs + High-Yield Areas) |
| 2 | 7 May | Thursday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Indian Economy |
| 3 | 9 May | Saturday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Geography (India + World) |
| 4 | 10 May | Sunday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Environment & Ecology |
| 5 | 12 May | Tuesday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Modern History + Social Justice + Schemes |
| 6 | 14 May | Thursday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Ancient & Medieval History + Art & Culture |
| 7 | 16 May | Saturday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Aman Singh Sir | CSAT — Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation |
| 8 | 17 May | Sunday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | Science & Technology + International Relations |
| 9 | 19 May | Tuesday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Aman Singh Sir | CSAT — Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability |
| 10 | 20 May | Wednesday | 7:30 – 9:30 PM | Mansi Ma'am | CSAT — Reading Comprehension & English Language |
Three ways in. One clear path forward.
Take STEP standalone — or get it FREE when you join either LEAD Batch.
STEP Batch (Prelims 2026)
- ✓ 8 sessions by Mansi Gupta ma'am (AIR 78) incl. CSAT RC
- ✓ 2 CSAT sessions by Aman Singh sir (Quant+DI, LR)
- ✓ PYQ Pattern Mastery
- ✓ Full Subject Coverage (GS + CSAT)
- ✓ High-Probability Theme Drills
Lead Batch 1 (Mains 2027)
STEP Batch FREE- ✓ STEP Batch INCLUDED — free
- ✓ 36 Topic-wise Tests + AI feedback
- ✓ 36 Live Mains Discussions
- ✓ Rahul Sir + Mansi Ma'am + LeanPrep team
- ✓ Recordings + Doubt + Strategy Sessions
- ✓ Targets Mains 2027 & 2028 aspirants
Lead Batch 2 (Mains 2026)
STEP Batch FREE- ✓ STEP Batch INCLUDED — free
- ✓ 36 Topic-wise Tests + AI feedback
- ✓ 36 Live Mains Discussions
- ✓ Rahul Sir + LeanPrep team
- ✓ Recordings + Doubt + Strategy Sessions
- ✓ Built for Mains 2026 aspirants
Quick answers.
⭐ When does STEP start?
Session 1 — Tuesday, 5 May 2026. Final session — Wednesday, 20 May 2026. 10 sessions across 20 days, all live. Prelims D-Day — Sunday, 24 May 2026.
⭐ Who is this for?
Aspirants who've done one full syllabus pass and your scores aren't where they should be — this is built for you. If you're still on your first read, this isn't the right fit yet.
Will I get session recordings?
Yes — every session uploaded within 24 hours. Recordings available till 30 June 2026, so you can revisit till your Prelims result.
Who leads the sessions?
Mansi Gupta ma'am (AIR 78, CSE 2025) leads 8 sessions (all GS + CSAT Reading Comprehension & English Language). Aman Singh sir (IIT Delhi, CSAT 151 in 2022 · 133 in 2023, 3 Mains appeared, IFoS Prelims cleared twice) leads 2 CSAT sessions (Quant + DI, Logical Reasoning). The LeanPrep team supports doubt clearance.
What's the difference between Lead Batch 1 and Lead Batch 2?
Lead Batch 1 (Mains 2027) begins 4 May 2026 — the full Mains journey, with STEP Batch included free. Lead Batch 2 (Mains 2026) begins 29 May 2026 — a 10-week sprint for Mains 2026 aspirants (GS1 → GS3 → GS2 → GS4 → Essay). Both are Rs. 7,500. See leanprep.in/lead-batch-2 for full details.
If I join Lead Batch 1 or 2, do I get STEP Batch free?
Yes — both Lead Batches include STEP Batch at no extra cost. Join either one for Rs. 7,500 and STEP Batch access is auto-added.
Will I clear Prelims after this?
Prelims clearance depends on your full prep, not 20 days. What this sprint guarantees is that whatever you've prepared, you'll convert maximally on 24 May.