Welcome to Manika IAS
About Manika IAS

Turning Aspirants into Achievers

Every year, lakhs of aspirants take on the Civil Services Examination. The ones who succeed usually aren’t the ones who study the most. They’re the ones who study with clarity, direction, and consistent guidance.

That’s why Manika IAS exists.
Our Origins

Who We Are

Manika IAS is a UPSC preparation institute founded in 2020 by Kashish Dhingra and Manish Jha, who have appeared in multiple UPSC mains and interviews with 10+ years of dedicated experience in guiding and teaching students.

We started with one belief: no serious aspirant should have to prepare alone or in confusion.

Today, we guide aspirants through online programs from Delhi, combining expert teaching, disciplined practice, and personal mentorship.

Founders & Lead Mentors

10+ Years of UPSC Mentorship Experience

Kashish Dhingra — Co-Founder, Manika IAS

KASHISH DHINGRA

Co-Founder & Mentor

Appeared in multiple UPSC Mains & Interviews. Over 10+ years of expertise in mentoring civil services aspirants, specializing in answer writing structure, syllabus navigation, and student strategy.

Manish Jha — Co-Founder, Manika IAS

MANISH JHA

Co-Founder & Faculty

Appeared in multiple UPSC Mains & Interviews. 10+ years dedicated to conceptual teaching, exam psychology, and comprehensive curriculum development aligned strictly with UPSC evaluation standards.

Purpose

Our Mission

Structured & Personal Learning

To make quality UPSC preparation structured, accessible, and personal, so that every aspirant walks into the exam hall prepared and confident.

Latest Pattern Alignment

To provide content and test series which are strictly based on the latest UPSC trends, evolving questions, and analytical standards.

Our Methodology

What Makes Us Different

Built by UPSC veterans to address the real bottlenecks aspirants face every day.

Concept-first teaching

We build understanding, not rote memory. You learn how to think like an administrator, which is what UPSC tests.

Personal mentorship

You are not a roll number. Regular one-on-one guidance keeps your strategy, schedule, and morale on track.

Answer writing and test practice

Regular prelims tests, mains answer writing with detailed feedback, and interview guidance take you from knowing to scoring.

Current affairs integrated with the syllabus

Daily and monthly updates tied directly to GS papers and the essay, ensuring complete exam alignment.

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Updated, exam-focused material

Test Series notes, compilations, and static resources continuously revised in line with changing UPSC trends.

Doubt-solving that doesn't wait

Questions are answered quickly by faculty so small conceptual gaps don't become big preparation bottlenecks.

Structured Offerings

Our Programs

Comprehensive guidance streams designed for every stage of your preparation.

Prelims

Prelims Test Series

Exam-pattern tests with detailed performance analysis and source references.

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Mains

Mains Test Series

Daily practice with detailed evaluation, checked copies, and model answers.

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Mentorship

Mentorship Program

Focused and personalized 1-on-1 guidance tailored to your strengths & attempt year.

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Modules

Current Affairs & Modules

Concept-first approach with comprehensive daily, monthly, and static GS coverage.

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Core Principles

Our Values

The foundation behind every lecture, test paper, and mentorship session.

Integrity

Honest guidance and honest claims. No false promises, only real work.

Discipline

Consistency over intensity. Daily disciplined effort yields peak ranks.

Student-First

Your progress is our measure of success. We stay with you until the final list.

Take The Next Step

Begin Your Journey With Us

Not sure where to start? Talk to a mentor, give a Demo Test, and get a clear, personalized plan for your attempt.