Forum IAS

MGP
ever
Cohort - 3

Ishita Kishore,
IAS Rank 1, CSE 2022
Forum IAS
I came to ForumIAS after 4 prelims
failure, when I had lost all hope. It
was the mentorship of Ayush Sir,
Aman Sir, and the entire team that
helped me get into IPS in my fifth
attempt. I shall be grateful to
ForumIAS forever.

IPS, Rank - 175, CSE 2022

IAS Rank - 2, CSE 2022
IAS Rank - 4, CSE 2022
Vishnavi Paul
IAS Rank - 62, CSE 2022
IAS Rank - 10, CSE 2022
 Deliverable of Mains Guidance Program:
Mentorship Mentorship is readily available in both ONLINE as well as OFFLINE mode at ForumIAS. Once you write a paper,
you can always reach out to a mentor to discuss your paper seeking suggestions on improving your answer
writing.
Online mentorship can be accessed by visiting https://mentorship.forumias.com/. Offline mentorship is available
at the institute.

Concept Classes With MGP++ you will get access to a video library of more than 300+ videos on static topics with rich content.
Library# The concept classes will be of 5 – 30 minutes duration with below objective
a) To provide conceptual clarity on terms and keyword of syllabus. For example: separation of powers or
Sevottam model or doctrine of severability etc.
b) To provide value addition on topics that lack comprehensive sources. For example: Role of SHG in
development or FCRA and NGO funding etc.
c) To help Filer content. For example: What should I focus on French Revolution? Or What should I read
under comparative constitution?
#
Concept Classes Library is not a replacement for GS Foundation Program.

GS Self- As name suggests they are additional questions to increase the number of answer writing practise and serve the
Assessment purpose of self-assessment and content building before you write the actual MGP tests on the same topics.
MicroTests These tests will neither be graded or evaluated.

GS Half and Full The GS Test Question paper is curated with idea of taking a student from basics to advanced. With that
LengthTests purpose the tests have been divided as Half Length Tests and Full-Length Tests.
Also, you will be able to grow from writing tests starting 1.5 hours to 3 hours eventually if you follow the
plan. Half-length tests will be sectional tests and will have question of basic to moderate level.
Full length tests will replicate the pattern and difficulty level of UPSC.

GSTest Solution The solution to GS Tests is curated with a philosophy to provide adequate content for answering the question
in hand.
Added content is provided under Knowledge Base/Extra Information separate from the answer, as and when
required.

GSTest Discussion The video discussion of MGP tests ensures that student is exposed to different ways of answer writing which
generally includes different means of presentation, addition of diagrams and flowcharts.
The discussion also seeks to add more value to the content which is readily available with the student or the one
he has received through solutions.
Discussion will be held in online mode only.

Good Copies Peer to Peer Learning is at the heart of FourmIAS's philosophy.The Academy shall be providing good copies of
the tests – GS and Essay so that you can learn from your peers.

Evaluation The parameters of evaluation at ForumIAS continuously evolves to adapt to the changing demand of the
examination, in consultation with our students who have cracked the exam year after year. Evaluation of
submitted copies will be provided with objective inputs aimed at helping you improve your answer writing.
Students have the opportunity to provide feedback on their evaluated copies in case unsatisfied and
seek objective explanation on why a copy is checked in a particular manner.

Essay Test Essay Test replicates the pattern of UPSC. Before prelims, tests have 2 sections with 2 choices. Keeping in
mind two things (a) increased focus of UPSC on philosophical essay (b) unpredictability of the
commission, both sections will have thematic as well as philosophical topics. This gives students the
choice to attempt more philosophical essays.
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paid for.
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FEE STRUCTURE
Course Total Fees
MGP 2025 Cohort - 3
LEVEL - I : BASIC (8 GS Self-Assessment Micro Tests + 8 GS Half Length Tests)
29,000/-
LEVEL - II : PLUS (Tests) (14 GS Micro Self-Assessment Tests + 14 GS Half Length Tests + 4 GS Full Length Tests
LEVEL - III : Revisions (4 GS Full Length Tests
LEVEL IV : (8 GS Full Length Tests)

MGP+ 2025 Cohort - 3

LEVEL - I : BASIC (8 GS Self-Assessment Micro Tests + 8 GS Half Length Tests)
LEVEL - II : PLUS (Tests) (14 GS Micro Self-Assessment Tests + 14 GS Half Length Tests + 4 GS Full Length Tests + 4 38,440/-
Essay Half Length Tests
LEVEL - III : Revisions (4 GS Full Length Tests + 2 Essay Full Length Tests)
LEVEL - IV : (8 GS Full Length Tests + 4 Essay Full Length Tests)

MGP++ 2025 Cohort - 3

LEVEL - I : BASIC (8 GS Self-Assessment Micro Tests + 8 GS Half Length Tests)
LEVEL - II : PLUS (Tests) (14 GS Micro Self-Assessment Tests + 14 GS Half Length Tests + 4 GS Full Length Tests 46,020/-
LEVEL - III : Revisions (4 GS Full Length Tests)
LEVEL - IV : (8 GS Full Length Tests)
300+ Concept classes

MGP++ 2025 Cohort - 3- (Including Essay Tests)

LEVEL - I : BASIC (8 GS Self-Assessment Micro Tests + 8 GS Half Length Tests)
LEVEL - II : PLUS (Tests) (14 GS Micro Self-Assessment Tests + 14 GS Half Length Tests + 4 GS Full Length Tests + 4
55,460/-
Essay Half Length Tests
LEVEL - III : Revisions (4 GS Full Length Tests + 2 Essay Full Length Tests)
LEVEL - IV : (8 GS Full Length Tests + 4 Essay Full Length Tests)
300+ Concept classes

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

= Students enrolled in any course of ForumIAS must get a physical ID card for availing services in the offline mode. A
nominal fee of Rs. 30 will be payable for the same.
= Your test copies will be evaluated within 12 working days of copy submission.
= Copies must be submitted within three weeks of the Test Release for timely evaluation. We recommend that you stick to
the timetable and write tests on designated days. The commitment of 12 working days evaluation is valid only for
copies submitted in this time period.
= This program is non-refundable and non-transferable. There is no difference between the online and offline mode –
candidates can come and write the test at Test Centre or remotely and send us scanned copies.
= Each program of ForumIAS is linked to a ForumIAS Account with a fixed mobile number. No sharing of any programs
is allowed. If candidates are found sharing programs, ForumIAS shall be free to terminate that or all program access to
the candidate without any refund to the candidate.
= ForumIAS shall have full rights to close admissions as per its capacity. ForumIAS shall be free to amend its schedule in
case of any exigencies that may arise.
= All fees once paid are non-refundable in nature. The course is also non-transferable in nature to another person. By
subscribing to the course, you agree to the terms and conditions mentioned above.
 Detailed Test Calendar for MGP / MGP+ 2025
Date Duration
# Test Name Syllabus References
Code No. of Ques.

Level I : BASIC (8 GS Self Assessment Micro Tests + 8 GS Half Length Tests)

* The Self Assessment Micro Tests are neither evaluated nor graded.

1. Saturday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 1, 2 Sources:

20 April Assessment 1 Hour Indian Constitution—historical ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
2024 Micro Test #1 underpinnings, evolution, features, 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
(812101) amendments, significant provisions and 12th NCERT – Politics in India after
basic structure. Independence
Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
Functions and responsibilities of the
Union and the States, issues and
challenges pertaining to the federal
structure, devolution of powers and
finances up to local levels and
challenges therein.

2. Wednesday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 1, 2, 3 Sources:

24 April Length Test #1 1.5 Hours Indian Constitution—historical
2024 underpinnings, evolution, features,
(812201) amendments, significant provisions and
basic structure.
Functions and responsibilities of the
Union and the States, issues and
challenges pertaining to the federal
structure, devolution of powers and
finances up to local levels and
challenges therein.
ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
Introduction to Constitution of India – DD
Basu
2nd ARC Reports
Punchi Commission Report
ForumIAS Academy –Handouts / Booklet
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

Separation of powers between various

organs dispute redressal mechanisms
and institutions.

3. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 5, 6 Sources:

30 April Assessment 1 Hour Parliament and State ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
2024 Micro Test #2 legislatures—structure, functioning, 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
(812102) conduct of business, powers & 12th NCERT – Politics in India after
privileges and issues arising out of Independence
these. Indian Polity by M Laxmikant

Structure, organization and functioning

of the Executive and the
Judiciary—Ministries and Departments
of the Government

4. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 4, 5, 6 Sources:

04 May Length Test #2 1.5 Hours Comparison of the Indian ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
2024 Constitutional Scheme with that of 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
(812202) other Countries. Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
Parliament and State Introduction to Constitution of India – DD
legislatures—structure, functioning, Basu
conduct of business, powers & 2nd ARC Reports [6th Report – Local
privileges and issues arising out of Governance, 13th Report – Organisation
these. structure of Government of India]
Punchi Commission Report
Structure, organization and functioning ForumIAS Academy –Handouts / Booklet
of the Executive and the Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Judiciary—Ministries and Departments Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
of the Government
5. Friday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 6, 8, 9 Sources:
10 May Assessment 1 Hour pressure groups and formal/informal ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
2024 Micro Test #3 associations and their role in the Polity 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
(812103) 12th NCERT – Politics in India after
Appointment to various Constitutional Independence
posts, powers, functions and Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
responsibilities of various
Constitutional Bodies

Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-

judicial bodies

6. Tuesday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 6, 8, 9 Sources:

14 May Length Test #3 1.5 Hours Pressure groups and formal/informal ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
2024 associations and their role in the Polity 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
(812203) Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
Appointment to various Constitutional Subhash Kashyap - Our Constitution, Our
posts, powers, functions and Parliament
responsibilities of various Introduction to Constitution of India – DD
Constitutional Bodies Basu
2nd ARC Reports
Statutory, regulatory and various quasi- ForumIAS Academy – Handouts / Booklets
judicial bodies Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

7. Monday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 1 Sources:

20 May Assessment 1 Hour Indian Economy and issues relating to ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Economy
2024 Micro Test #4 planning, mobilization, of resources, 11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic
(813104) growth, development and employment. Development
(National income accounting, poverty 12th NCERT: Macroeconomics
and inequality, unemployment, human
capital formation in India, inflation, fiscal
policy)

8. Friday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 1 Sources:

24 May Length Test #4 1.5 Hours Indian Economy and issues relating to
2024 planning, mobilization, of resources,
(813204) growth, development and employment.
(National income accounting, poverty
and inequality, unemployment and jobs,
human capital formation in India,
inflation, fiscal policy)
ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Economy
11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic
Development
12th NCERT: Macroeconomics
Economic Survey of India
Selective reading of Indian Economy
Since Independence - Uma Kapila
2nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial
Management Systems)
ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

9. Thursday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 1 Sources:

30 May Assessment 1 Hour Indian Economy and issues relating to ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Economy
2024 Micro Test #5 planning, mobilization, of resources, 11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic
(813105) growth, development and employment. Development
(economic reforms, planning, public 12th NCERT: Macroeconomics
finance in India, Monetary Policy, Money
and Banking, External Sector)

10. Monday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 1 Sources:

03 June Length Test #5 1.5 Hours Indian Economy and issues relating to
2024 planning, mobilization, of resources,
(813205) growth, development and employment.
(economic reforms, planning, public
finance in India, Monetary Policy, Money
and Banking, External Sector)
ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Economy
11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic
Development
12th NCERT: Macroeconomics
Economic Survey of India
Selective reading of Indian Economy
Since Independence - Uma Kapila
2nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial
Management Systems)
ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
11. Sunday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 2 Sources:
09 June Assessment 1 Hour Modern History: Modern Indian history ForumIAS Redbook – Modern Indian History
2024 Micro Test #6 from about the middle of the ForumIAS - A Summary of History of
(811106) eighteenth century until the present- Modern India
significant events, personalities, issues. Bipin Chandra –Old NCERT
The Freedom Struggle — its various “A Brief History of Modern India” –Spectrum
stages and important Pub.
contributors/contributions from
different parts of the country.
Modern Indian history from about 1905
until independence

12. Thursday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 2 Sources:

13 June Length Test #6 1.5 Hours Modern History: Modern Indian history
2024 from about the middle of the
(811206) eighteenth century until the present-
significant events, personalities, issues.
The Freedom Struggle — its various
stages and important
contributors/contributions from
different parts of the country.
Modern Indian history from about 1905
until independence
ForumIAS Redbook – Modern Indian History
ForumIAS - A Summary of History of
Modern India
Bipin Chandra –Old NCERT
“A Brief History of Modern India” –Spectrum
Pub.
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

13. Wednesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 6 Sources:

19 June Assessment 1 Hour Physical Geography: Salient features of ForumIAS Redbook – Geography
2024 Micro Test #7 world’s physical geography. 11th NCERT: Physical Geography
(811107) Atlas: Orient Blackswan

14. Sunday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 6 Sources:

23 June Length Test #7 1.5 Hours Physical Geography: Salient features of ForumIAS Redbook – Geography
2024 world’s physical geography. 11th NCERT: Physical Geography
(811207) Geomorphology and Oceanography + Certificate Physical and Human Geography by
Climatology and Biogeography. Goh Cheng Leong
Atlas: Orient Blackswan
ForumIAS Academy - Handouts / Booklet
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

15. Saturday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS paper 1 / Topic 1, 8 Sources:

29 June Assessment 1 Hour Art & Culture: Indian culture will cover
2024 Micro Test #8 the salient aspects of Art Forms,
(811108) literature and Architecture from ancient
to modern times.
Geophysical Phenomena: Important
Geophysical phenomena such as
earthquakes, Tsunami,Volcanic activity,
cyclone etc., geographical features and
their location-changes in critical
geographical features (including water-
bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and
fauna and the effects of such changes
ForumIAS Redbook – Art & Culture
A summary of: History of Ancient and
Medieval India
11th History book of Tamil Nadu board
Text Book on Fine Arts Class XI NCERT
ForumIAS Redbook – Geography
11th NCERT: Physical Geography
Atlas: Orient Blackswan

16. Wednesday MGP Half 10 Questions GS paper 1 / Topic 1, 8 Sources:

03 July Length Test #8 1.5 Hours Art & Culture: Indian culture will cover
2024 the salient aspects of Art Forms,
(811208) literature and Architecture from ancient
to modern times.
Geophysical Phenomena: Important
Geophysical phenomena such as
earthquakes, Tsunami,Volcanic activity,
cyclone etc., geographical features and
their location-changes in critical
geographical features (including water-
bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and
fauna and the effects of such changes
ForumIAS Redbook – Art & Culture
A summary of: History of Ancient and
Medieval India
11th History book of Tamil Nadu board
Text Book on Fine Arts Class XI NCERT
CCRT Website or compilation
Indian Culture and Heritage -NIOS:
www.nios.ac.in
ForumIAS Redbook – Geography
11th NCERT: Physical Geography
Certificate Physical and Human Geography by
Goh Cheng Leong
Atlas: Orient Blackswan
ForumIAS Academy - Handouts / Booklet
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
 Level II : PLUS (Tests) (14 GS Micro Self Assessment Tests + 14 GS Half Length Tests
+ 4 GS Full Length Tests + 4 Essay Half Length Tests

17. Saturday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 7, 11, 15 Sources:

13 July Assessment 1 Hour Salient features of the Representation Sources:
2024 Micro Test #9 of People’s Act ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
(812109) 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
Development processes and the Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
development industry —the role of
NGOs, SHGs, various groups and
associations, donors, charities,
institutional and other stakeholders.

Important aspects of governance,

transparency and accountability, e-
governance applications, models,
successes, limitations, and potential;
citizen’s charters, transparency &
accountability and institutional and
other measures.

18. Wednesday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 7, 11, 15, 16 Sources:
17 July Length Test #9 1.5 Hours Salient features of the Representation ForumIAS – A Summary of Indian Polity
2024 of People’s Act 11th NCERT: Indian Constitution at Work
(812209) Indian Polity by M Laxmikant
Development processes and the Introduction to Constitution of India – DD
development industry —the role of Basu
NGOs, SHGs, various groups and 2nd ARC Reports
associations, donors, charities, ForumIAS Academy handouts/ Booklets
institutional and other stakeholders. Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
Important aspects of governance,
transparency and accountability, e-
governance applications, models,
successes, limitations, and potential;
citizen’s charters, transparency &
accountability and institutional and
other measures.
Role of civil services in a democracy.

19. Saturday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 10, 13, 14 Sources:
27 July Assessment 1 Hour Government policies and interventions ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Society and
2024 Micro Test #10 for development in various sectors and Social Issues
(812110) issues arising out of their design and India Year Book for Government Schemes
implementation

Issues relating to development and

management of Social Sector/Services
relating to Health, Education, Human
Resources
Issues relating to poverty and hunger

20. Wednesday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 10, 12, 13, 14 Sources:
31 July Length Test 1.5 Hours Government policies and interventions ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Society and
2024 #10 for development in various sectors and Social
(812210) issues arising out of their design and Issues
implementation India Year Book for Government Schemes
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Welfare schemes for vulnerable Annual Reports of Ministries such as Women
sections of the population by the and
Centre and States and the performance Child Development / HRD Ministry/ Health
of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, Ministry etc.
institutions and Bodies constituted for ForumIAS Academy Handouts / Booklets
the protection and betterment of these Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
vulnerable sections

Issues relating to development and

management of Social Sector/Services
relating to Health, Education, Human
Resources
Issues relating to poverty and hunger
21. Saturday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 17,18,19 Sources:
10 August Assessment 1 Hour India and its neighbourhood- relations. ForumIAS Redbook – International Relation
2024 Micro Test #11 Class 12 NCERT – Political Science:
(812111) Bilateral, regional and global groupings Contemporary World Politics
and agreements involving India and/or
affecting India’s interests

Effect of policies and politics of

developed and developing countries on
India’s interests, Indian diaspora

22. Wednesday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 2 / Topic 17,18,19, 20 Sources:

14 August Length Test 1.5 Hours India and its neighbourhood- relations.
2024 #11
(812211) Bilateral, regional and global groupings
and agreements involving India and/or
affecting India’s interests
Effect of policies and politics of
developed and developing countries on
India’s interests, Indian diaspora
Important International institutions,
agencies and fora- their structure,
mandate
ForumIAS Redbook – International Relation
Book - Challenge and Strategy: Rethinking
India's Foreign Policy by Rajiv Sikri
Class 12 NCERT – Political Science:
Contemporary World Politics
Websites such as – Ministry of External
Affairs, IDSA, ORF, Gateway House
ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

Wednesday MGP Full GS Paper 2 FLT

21 August Lenghth Test
2024 #1
(812401) 20 Questions
23. 3 Hours
Wednesday Essay Test #1 250 Marks Essay Test #1 HLT
21 August (2:00 PM - 3:30
2024 PM (only for
(810101) MGP +
students)

24. Wednesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 3, 8, 9 Sources:

28 August Assessment 1 Hour Government Budgeting ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Economy
2024 Micro Test #12 11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic
(813112) Effects of liberalization on the economy, Development
changes in industrial policy and their 12th NCERT: Macroeconomics
effects on industrial growth. Economic Survey of India
Selective reading of Indian Economy
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Since Independence - Uma Kapila
Airports, Railways etc. 2nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial
Management Systems)
ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

25. Sunday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 Sources:

01 Length Test 1.5 Hours Inclusive growth and issues arising from ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Economy
September #12 it. 11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic
2024 Development
(813212) Government Budgeting 12th NCERT: Macroeconomics
Economic Survey of India
Effects of liberalization on the economy, Selective reading of Indian Economy
changes in industrial policy and their Since Independence - Uma Kapila
effects on industrial growth. 2nd ARC Report (Strengthening Financial
Management Systems)
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Three Year Action Agenda – 2017-18 to
Airports, Railways etc. 2019-20 –
NITI Aayog
Investment Models ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
26. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 4, 5
10 Assessment 1 Hour Major crops-cropping patterns in
September Micro Test #13 various parts of the country, – different
2024 types of irrigation and irrigation
(813113) systems storage, transport and
marketing of agricultural produce and
issues and related constraints; e-
technology in the aid of farmers.
Issues related to direct and indirect
farm subsidies and minimum support
prices; Public Distribution System-
objectives, functioning, limitations,
revamping; issues of buffer stocks and
food security; Technology missions;
economics of animal-rearing.
27. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 4, 5, 6, 7
14 Length Test 1.5 Hours Major crops-cropping patterns in
September #13 various parts of the country, – different
2024 types of irrigation and irrigation
(813213) systems storage, transport and
marketing of agricultural produce and
issues and related constraints; e-
technology in the aid of farmers.
Issues related to direct and indirect
farm subsidies and minimum support
prices; Public Distribution System-
objectives, functioning, limitations,
revamping; issues of buffer stocks and
food security; Technology missions;
economics of animal-rearing.
Food processing and related industries
in India- scope’ and significance,
location, upstream and downstream
requirements, supply chain management.
Land Reforms in India
28. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 11, 12
24 Assessment 1 Hour Science and Technology- developments
September Micro Test #14 and their applications and effects in
2024 everyday life
(813114)
Achievements of Indians in science &
technology; indigenization of technology
and developing new technology.
29. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 11, 12, 13
28 Length Test 1.5 Hours Science and Technology- developments
September #14 and their applications and effects in
2024 everyday life
(813214)
Achievements of Indians in science &
technology; indigenization of technology
and developing new technology.
Awareness in the fields of IT, Space,
Computers, robotics, Nanotechnology,
biotechnology and issues relating to
intellectual property rights.
Sources:
ForumIAS Redbook – Agriculture
Economic Survey
Budget
NITI Aayog reports on Agriculture
Three Year Action Agenda, -2017-18 to 2019-
20 -
NITI Aayog
Yojana and Kurukshetra
Selective reading of Book – Indian Economy
Since
Independence by Uma Kapila
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklet
Sources:
ForumIAS Redbook – Agriculture
Economic Survey
Budget
NITI Aayog reports on Agriculture
Yojana and Kurukshetra
Selective reading of Book – Indian Economy
Since
Independence by Uma Kapila
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
ForumIAS Academy Handouts/ Booklet
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
Sources:
ForumIAS Redbook – Science & Technology
The Science Reporter magazine
Newspapers – The Hindu (S&T section) / The
Indian Express
ForumIAS Academy – Handouts / Booklets
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
Sources:
Sources:
ForumIAS Redbook – Science & Technology
The Science Reporter magazine
Newspapers – The Hindu (S&T section) / The
Indian Express
ForumIAS Academy – Handouts / Booklets
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
30. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 14, 15 Sources:
08 Assessment 1 Hour Conservation, environmental pollution ForumIAS Redbook – Environment
October Micro Test #15 and degradation, environmental impact ForumIAS Redbook – Disaster Management
2024 assessment NCERT: Class 12 Biology (Chapter 10:
(813115) Ecology)
Disaster and disaster management 2nd ARC Report [3rd Report – Crisis
management]
IGNOU – MPA – 018 Disaster management
ForumIAS Academy - Handouts / Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Yojana
CBSE – XI book – Natural Hazards and
Disaster
Management.
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

31. Sunday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 14, 15 Sources:

13 Length Test 1.5 Hours Conservation, environmental pollution ForumIAS Redbook – Environment
October #15 and degradation, environmental impact ForumIAS Redbook – Disaster Management
2024 assessment NCERT: Class 12 Biology (Chapter 10:
(813215) Ecology)
Disaster and disaster management 2nd ARC Report [3rd Report – Crisis
management]
IGNOU – MPA – 018 Disaster management
ForumIAS Academy - Handouts / Booklets
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Yojana
CBSE – XI book – Natural Hazards and
Disaster
Management
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

32. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 16,17,18 Sources:

22 Assessment 1 Hour Linkages between development and
October Micro Test #16 spread of extremism
2024
(813116) Role of external state and non-state
actors in creating challenges to internal
security
Challenges to internal security through
communication networks, role of media
and social networking sites in internal
security challenges, basics of cyber
security; money-laundering and its
prevention
ForumIAS Redbook – Internal Security
2nd ARC (7th Report Capacity Building for
Conflict Resolution)
2nd ARC (8th Report Combating Terrorism -
Protecting by Righteousness)
IDSA reports
The Oxford's Handbook of India's National
Security
NCERT Class 12 – Contemporary World
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

33. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 3 / Topic 16,17,18,19, 20 Sources:

26 Length Test 1.5 Hours Linkages between development and ForumIAS Redbook – Internal Security
October #16 spread of extremism 2nd ARC (7th Report Capacity Building for
2024 Conflict Resolution)
(813216) Role of external state and non-state 2nd ARC (8th Report Combating Terrorism -
actors in creating challenges to internal Protecting by Righteousness)
security IDSA reports
The Oxford's Handbook of India's National
Challenges to internal security through Security
communication networks, role of media NCERT Class 12 – Contemporary World
and social networking sites in internal Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
security challenges, basics of cyber Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
security; money-laundering and its
prevention

Security challenges and their

management in border areas – linkages
of organized crime with terrorism

Various Security forces and agencies

and their mandate
 Monday 04 MGP Full GS Paper 3 FLT
November Lenghth Test
2024 #2
(813402) 20 Questions
34. 3 Hours
Monday 04
November Essay Test #2
250 Marks Essay Test #2 HLT
2024 (2:00 PM - 3:30
(810102) PM (only for
MGP +
students)

35. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 4 / Topic 1, 8 Sources:

12 Assessment 1 Hour Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, ForumIAS Redbook – Ethics Integrity and
November Micro Test #17 determinants and consequences of Aptitude
2024 Ethics in human actions, Dimensions of Selective Study from G. Subbarao
(814117) ethics, Ethics in private and public
relationships, Human Values – lessons
from the lives and teachings of great
leaders, reformers and administrators,
Role of family, society and educational
institutions in inculcating values

Case Studies on above issues.

36. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 4 / Topic 1, 5, 8 Sources:

16 Length Test 1.5 Hours Ethics and Human Interface: Essence,
November #17 determinants and consequences of
2024 Ethics in human actions, Dimensions of
(814217) ethics, Ethics in private and public
relationships, Human Values – lessons
from the lives and teachings of great
leaders, reformers and administrators,
Role of family, society and educational
institutions in inculcating values.
Contribution of Moral Thinkers and
Philosophers: Western & Indian.
ForumIAS Redbook – Ethics Integrity and
Aptitude
2nd ARC Reports (Citizen Centric
Administration, Refurbishing Personnel
Administration, RTI: Master Key to Good
Governance)
Selective Study from G. Subbarao
Newspaper and internet.
2nd ARC Reports – Ethics in Governance
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

Case Studies on above issues.

37. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 4 / Topic 2, 8 Sources:

26 Assessment 1 Hour Attitude: content, structure, function; its ForumIAS Redbook – Ethics Integrity and
November Micro Test #18 influence and relation with thought and Aptitude
2024 behaviour; moral and political attitudes; Selective Study from G. Subbarao
(814118) social influence and persuasion.

Case Studies on above issues.

38. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 4 / Topic 2, 4, 8 Sources:

30 Length Test 1.5 Hours Attitude: content, structure, function; its ForumIAS Redbook – Ethics Integrity and
November #18 influence and relation with thought and Aptitude
2024 behaviour; moral and political attitudes; 2nd ARC Reports
(814218) social influence and persuasion. Selective Study from G. Subbarao
Newspaper and internet.
Emotional intelligence-concepts, and Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
their utilities and application in
administration and governance.

Case Studies on above issues.

39. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 4 / Topic 3, 6, 8 Sources:

10 Assessment 1 Hour Aptitude and foundational values for ForumIAS Redbook – Ethics Integrity and
December Micro Test #19 Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and Aptitude
2024 non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication Selective Study from G. Subbarao
(814119) to public service, empathy, tolerance
and compassion towards the weaker
sections
 Public/Civil service values and Ethics in
Public administration: Status and
problems; ethical concerns and
dilemmas in government and private
institutions; laws, rules, regulations and
conscience as sources of ethical
guidance; accountability and ethical
governance; strengthening of ethical and
moral values in governance; ethical
issues in international relations and
funding; corporate governance.

Case Studies on above issues.

40. Monday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 4 / Topic 3, 6, 7, 8 Sources:

14 Length Test 1.5 Hours Aptitude and foundational values for ForumIAS Redbook – Ethics Integrity and
December #19 Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and Aptitude
2024 non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication 2nd ARC Reports (Citizen Centric
(814219) to public service, empathy, tolerance Administration, Refurbishing Personnel
and compassion towards the weaker Administration, RTI: Master Key to Good
sections Governance)
Selective Study from G. Subbarao
Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Newspaper and internet.
Public administration: Status and 2nd ARC Reports – Ethics in Governance
problems; ethical concerns and Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
dilemmas in government and private
institutions; laws, rules, regulations and
conscience as sources of ethical
guidance; accountability and ethical
governance; strengthening of ethical and
moral values in governance; ethical
issues in international relations and
funding; corporate governance.

Probity in Governance: Concept of

public service; Philosophical basis of
governance and probity; Information
sharing and transparency in
government, Right to Information,
Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct,
Citizen’s Charters, Work culture,
Quality of service delivery, Utilization of
public funds, challenges of corruption.

Case Studies on above issues.

Saturday
MGP Full GS Paper 4 FLT
21
December
Lenghth Test
2024 #3
(814403) 20 Questions
41. 3 Hours
Saturday Essay Test #3 250 Marks Essay Test #3 HLT
21 (2:00 PM - 3:30
December PM (only for
2024 MGP +
(810103)
students)

42. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 4: Sources:

31 Assessment 1 Hour World History: History of the world ForumIAS Redbook – World History
December Micro Test #20 will include events from 18th century NCERT Arjun Dev
2024 such as industrial revolution, world Norman Lowe
(811120) wars, redrawal of national boundaries, John Green Crash Course: World History
colonization, decolonization, political
philosophies like communism,
capitalism, socialism etc.— their forms
and effect on the society.
World History: Topics in earlier test +
events from world war I and onwards.
43. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 4: Sources:
04 Length Test 1.5 Hours World History: History of the world ForumIAS Redbook – World History
January #20 will include events from 18th century NCERT Arjun Dev
2025 such as industrial revolution, world Norman Lowe
(811220) wars, redrawal of national boundaries, John Green Crash Course World History
colonization, decolonization, political Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
philosophies like communism,
capitalism, socialism etc.— their forms
and effect on the society.
World History: Topics in earlier test +
events from world war I and onwards.

44. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 5: Sources:

14 Assessment 1 Hour Indian Society: Salient features of Indian ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Society and
January Micro Test #21 Society, Diversity of India. Role of Social Issues
2025 women and women’s organization, NCERT -12th–Indian Society
(811121) population and associated issues, NCERT - 12th-Social Change and
poverty and developmental issues, Development in India
urbanization, their problems and their
remedies. Effects of globalization on
Indian society. Social empowerment,
communalism, regionalism & secularism

45. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 5: Sources:

18 Length Test 1.5 Hours Indian Society: Salient features of Indian
January #21 Society, Diversity of India. Role of
2025 women and women’s organization,
(811221) population and associated issues,
poverty and developmental issues,
urbanization, their problems and their
remedies. Effects of globalization on
Indian society. Social empowerment,
communalism, regionalism & secularism.
ForumIAS Redbook – Indian Society and
Social Issues
NCERT -12th–Indian Society
NCERT - 12th-Social Changeand
Development in India
IGNOU –ESO -12 Society in India
IGNOU –ESO -16: Social Problems in India
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine

46. Tuesday *MGP Self 7 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 7: Sources:

28 Assessment 1 Hour Human and Economic Geography: ForumIAS Redbook – Geography
January Micro Test #22 Distribution of key natural resources 11th NCERT: Physical Geography
2025 across the world (including South Asia 12th NCERT: Human geography.
(811122) and the Indian sub-continent); factors Atlas: Orient Blackswan
responsible for the location of primary,
secondary, and tertiary sector
industries in various parts of the world
(including India).
47. Saturday MGP Half 10 Questions GS Paper 1 / Topic 7, 3 Sources:
01 Length Test 1.5 Hours Human and Economic Geography: ForumIAS Redbook – Geography
February #22 Distribution of key natural resources 11th NCERT: Physical Geography
2025 across the world (including South Asia Certificate Physical and Human Geography by
(811222) and the Indian sub-continent); factors Goh Cheng Leong
responsible for the location of primary, 12th NCERT: Human geography.
secondary, and tertiary sector Internet for industries and resource
industries in various parts of the world distribution
(including India). Atlas: Orient Blackswan
ForumIAS Redbook – Post Independence
Topic 3: Post-Independence: Post- India
independence consolidation and 12th NCERT –Politics in India after
reorganization within the country. Independence
ForumIAS Academy - Handouts / Booklet
Newspapers – The Hindu/ The Indian Express
Forum IAS EPIC Magazine
Monday MGP Full GS Paper 1 FLT
10
Lenghth Test
February
2025 #4
(811404) 20 Questions
48. 3 Hours
Monday Essay Test #4 250 Marks Essay Test #4 HLT
10 (2:00 PM - 3:30
February PM (only for
2025 MGP +
(810104) students)
 Level III : Revisons (4 GS Full Length Tests +
2 Essay Full Length Tests)

49. Sunday MGP Full 20 Questions

16 Length Test # 5 3 Hours GS Paper 1 / FLT
February 250 Marks
2025
(811405)
50. Sunday MGP Full 20 Questions
23 Length Test # 6 3 Hours GS Paper 2 / FLT
February
2025
250 Marks
(812406)

51. Sunday Essay Test #5 2 Questions

23 2:00 PM - 5 PM 3 Hours Essay Test #5 FLT
February (Only for 250 Marks
2025 MGP+
(810105)
Students)

52. Sunday MGP Full 20 Questions

02 March Length Test # 7 3 Hours GS Paper 3 FLT
2025 250 Marks
(813407)

53. Monday MGP Full 20 Questions

10 March Length Test # 8 3 Hours GS Paper 4 / FLT
2025 250 Marks
(814408)

54. Monday Essay Test #6 2 Questions

10 March 2:00 PM - 5 PM 3 Hours Essay Test #6 FLT
2025 (Only for 250 Marks
(810106) MGP+
Students)

PRELIMS 2025 BREAK

There are few things to keep in mind at this stage. Once MGP Tests as per schedule are over, it is expected that you (a) realign your
preparation for Prelims (b) finish off any tests that you have missed (c) cover and revise optional subjects.You will need to have some self-
discipline to finish off remaining Tests. We will be available to rightly orient you at this stage. You can submit all the Tests conducted till
date till Prelims.There is complete flexibility.
A detailed Plan for the MGP 2025 Mains Simulator Tests will be released within 1 week of Prelims.

Level IV : SIMULATORS (8 GS Full Length Tests + 4 Essay Full Length Tests)

55. 3 - 7 weeks after prelims MGP Full 20 Questions

Length Test # 9 3 Hours
250 Marks

56. 3 - 7 weeks after prelims MGP Full 20 Questions

Length Test # 3 Hours
10 250 Marks

57. 3 - 7 weeks after prelims Essay Full 2 Questions

Length Test # 3 3 Hours
250 Marks

58. 3 - 7 weeks after prelims MGP Full 20 Questions

Length Test # 3 Hours
11 250 Marks

59. 3 - 7 weeks after prelims MGP Full 20 Questions

Length Test # 3 Hours
12 250 Marks

60. 3 - 7 weeks after prelims Essay Full 2 Questions

Length Test # 4 3 Hours
250 Marks
61. 8 - 12 weeks after MGP Full 20 Questions
prelims Length Test # 3 Hours
13 250 Marks

62. 8 - 12 weeks after MGP Full 20 Questions

prelims Length Test # 3 Hours
14 250 Marks

63. 8 - 12 weeks after Essay Full 2 Questions

prelims Length Test # 5 3 Hours
250 Marks

64. 8 - 12 weeks after MGP Full 20 Questions

prelims Length Test # 3 Hours
15 250 Marks

65. 8 - 12 weeks after MGP Full 20 Questions

prelims Length Test # 3 Hours
16 250 Marks

66. 8 - 12 weeks after Essay Full 2 Questions

prelims Length Test # 6 3 Hours
250 Marks

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