CSEP( Civil Services Examination Preparation) Training Programme

School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Where Academic Excellence Meets Administrative Skills

Prepare to excel in the Civil Services Examination with a specialised minor in Social Sciences. This rigorous program integrates comprehensive academic coursework with practical skill-building to equip aspirants with the knowledge and analytical abilities required for India’s most challenging competitive exams. Delivered in collaboration with Samkalp IAS, the programme combines traditional learning with cutting-edge pedagogy by distinguished former civil servants, diplomats and experienced instructors.

The Minor in Social Sciences is a meticulously designed programme aimed at aspirants preparing for the Civil Services Examination (CSE).

Covering 45 credits, it offers an interdisciplinary approach across History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Ethics and International Relations, along with specialised training in CSAT (Civil Services Aptitude Test) and current affairs. With the academic rigour of the university framework and practical insights from Samkalp IAS faculty, this programme ensures a holistic understanding of governance, society and public administration.

Eligibility Criteria

60% and above (or equivalent grade) in PUC/12th/any other equivalent exam conducted by a recognized authority / institution in India or abroad.

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Programme Highlights

  • Integrated Approach: Synthesis of academic coursework with examination strategies
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Coverage of General Studies and CSAT components
  • Practical Focus: Competitive practicum includes current affairs, writing skills and test series

Programme Structure

Chanakya Foundation:48 credits
School Core: 24 credits
Major:56 credits
UPSC course: 55 credits
Learning Beyond Curriculum: 8 credits

Collaborations

Samkalp IAS – BA Minor in Social Sciences (CSEP)

What Samkalp IAS brings to the Samkalp-Chanakya Partnership?

Empowering Future Leaders with Knowledge, Values and Vision for a Better Nation

1. Academic Excellence

  • Holistic Preparation for Civil Services through meticulously planned activities.
  • Proven success rates in Civil Services Examinations, with students excelling in GS Mains, Prelims and Optional Courses.

2. Leadership Development

  • Early identification and guidance of outstanding students through School-Level Programmes.
  • Training programs focusing on leadership traits, general awareness and value-based qualities.

3. Renowned Faculty

  • Expert Faculty Panel specialising in GS (Prelims & Mains), Ethics, Essay Writing and Optional Subjects such as: History, Geography, Public Administration, Sociology, Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) and Kannada Literature.

4. Innovative Initiatives

  • Disha Bodh Shivir: A 3-day Social Orientation Camp designed to inculcate social commitment among aspirants.
  • Participation from senior bureaucrats, eminent educators and social activists providing conceptual clarity and practical guidance.

5. Comprehensive Support System

  • Structured support from school to college through: Library facilities, Reference materials, Workshops and Interactive sessions with renowned personalities from diverse fields.

6. Nation-Building Contribution

  • Samkalp-Chanakya partnership focuses on producing ethical, honest and socially committed civil servants dedicated to national welfare.
  • Special emphasis on including aspirants from disadvantaged segments of society to ensure equitable participation in the developmental process.

Faculty

Prof. K. V. Raju

Professor Emeritus

Ph.D., Sardar Patel University, Gujarat

Economic Advisor to the C.M., Government of Uttar Pradesh
Prof. H. S. Ashok

Professor of Psychology, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Bangalore University

Honorary Professor at Centre of Education Social Sciences
Prof. Ashwin Kumar A. P.

Dean, Academics

Ph.D., Manipal University

Former Director, Centre for Learning Futures, Ahmedabad University
Dr. Padmavathi B.S.

Deputy Director- Academics, Chanakya University

Ph.D., Bangalore University

Former Director, Centre for Educational and Social Studies (CESS)
Dr. Vinayachandra Banavathy

Director, Centre for IKS

Ph.D., Pondicherry University

Director Indica Yoga, Guest Faculty at University of Ghent, Belgium
Dr. Rajesh Aruchamy

Associate Professor, School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Bharathiar University, Coimbatore

Dr. Ramakrishna Pejathaya

Associate Professor, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Rastriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha, Tirupati

Dasha Avadhani-Poet
Dr. Vinayak Rajat Bhat

Associate Professor, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Rastriya Sanskrit Samsthana, Sringeri

Co-author of the Text book on IKS
Dr. Naveen Bhat

Associate Professor, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Central Sanskrit University, Delhi

Author, Researcher
Dr. Priyanka Dwivedi

Assistant Professor of Sociology and Gender Studies, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Bangalore University

Speaker & Faculty Trainer
Dr. Charu Ratna Dubey

Assistant Professor of International Relations, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

Researcher, Taipei University, Taiwan
Sri Saurav Sarmah

Assistant Professor of International Relations, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

Sinologist
Sri Ajay Chandra

Assistant Professor of Psychology, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

M.Sc., Bangalore University

Sri Giridarshan M.

Assistant Professor of Economics, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

M.A., University of Mysore

Formerly with Toyota Motors
Sri Deepak Raj Pandaya

Assistant Professor, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

M.A., Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

Researcher at University of Hamburg
Dr. Sindhu D. M.

Assistant Professor, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Central University of Karnataka

Former Faculty, Central University of Karnataka
Shubhashri Gopalkrishna Kamalapur

Assistant Professor, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

M.S.W., KSET

Dr. Swaraj Kumar Dey

Assistant Professor

Ph.D., in economics from IIM Kozhikode

Dr. Renjith Raj

Assistant Professor of Economics

M.A, Ph.D., UGC NET

Ms. Isha Sharma 

Assistant Professor, Economics

Masters in applied economics, Centre for Development Studies, JNU, Thiruvananthapuram

Sri Sujit Kumar Chowdhury

Professor of Practice, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

M. Phil.(Sociology), JNU, New Delhi

Former Chief Postmaster General of Bihar State
Prof. Rajendrakumar Joshi

Adjunct Faculty

Ph.D., IIT Mumbai

Faculty Trainer- Philosopher
Paul A. Barresi

Visiting Faculty of Political Science and International Relations, School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Ph.D., Boston University

Professor, Southern New Hampshire University (U.S.A.)
Prof. Habil Narahari Rao

Visiting Faculty

Ph.D., Universität des Saarlandes, Germany

Former Privatdozent (Adj. Professor), Universität des Saarlandes, Germany
Dr. Sudarshan H. L.

Visiting Faculty

Ph.D.

Psychotherapist
Dr. Rema M. K.

Visiting Faculty

Ph.D.

Counsellor
Sri Shivanand Shivaling Saidapur

Teaching Assistant

M.A., Rani Channamma University, Belagavi

Former Reseach Fellow, India Studies Unit, CESS
Sri Vinay Iyer

Research Assistant

B.Sc., Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu

Sri. Heddari Ravikumar

Visiting Faculty

M.A., University of Mysore

Researcher
Sri. Keshava Chandra

Visiting Faculty

M.A.

Author and Poet
Kum. Gargi L. Shanbhag

Research Assistant

M.A., Manipal University

Author, Researcher
Sri. Soham Satish Deshmukh

Project Fellow

M.A., Azim Premji University, Bengaluru

Political Theorist

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme are prepared for diverse career paths, including:

  • Civil Services and Governance: IAS, IFS and Allied Services, State Civil Services, Public Policy and Administration roles
  • Diplomacy and International Organisations: Positions in embassies, UN bodies, World Bank, IMF and international NGOs
  • Think Tanks and Strategic Analysis: Policy research, defence analysis, political risk consulting and strategic advisory
  • Corporate and Public Affairs: Government relations, international business development, political consulting and campaign management
  • Consultancy Services: Political risk consulting, public policy advisory, strategic consulting, management consulting and government advisory
  • Media and Communication: Political journalism, international affairs analysis, strategic communication and public relations
  • Research and Academia: Universities, research institutions, policy institutes and strategic studies centres
  • Development Sector: International development agencies, NGOs, social impact organisations and advocacy groups
  • Defence and Security: Strategic analysis, intelligence research, security consulting and defence policy roles

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