Starting from scratch, stuck at 90–100, or aiming higher? Build a clear plan for your next Mains — and write answers that stand out.
Sunday, 18 October 2026
11:00 AM IST
90 minutes
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Session starts Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11:00 AM IST.
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Ved Gupta
Founder, EthiCraft IAS | Ethics & Essay Mentor
90 Minutes
Live masterclass
GS-IV Focus
UPSC Ethics
Section A and Section B
Theory and case studies
Live Q&A
Ask your questions
If you relate to even one of these, this masterclass is designed for you.
You are working hard, but your score is not improving.
You read extensively but struggle to convert what you learn into effective answers.
You write regularly, but your answers lack structure and depth.
You have attempted Mains before, but Ethics remains a bottleneck.
You have too many sources and no clear direction for your preparation.
You are already working hard and want a more systematic approach.
The problem is rarely a lack of effort. It is studying without a clear sequence: decode the demand, build usable content and express it for the question asked.
Demand
01Syllabus + PYQs
The common mistake
Collecting content before understanding the question patterns.
What you will learn
Use the syllabus as the boundary and PYQs to identify themes, micro-themes and the distinct demands of Section A and Section B.
Break the syllabus into themes and micro-themes and link each theme with relevant PYQs.
Articulation
02Section A and Section B
The common mistake
Creating impressive notes that are difficult to retrieve under pressure.
What you will learn
Organise concepts, thinkers, examples, values and case-study elements around the demand you have decoded.
Build an OPON-style one-page preparation sheet with the right thinkers, examples and keywords.
Expression
03Application + Structure + Expression
The common mistake
Treating subject knowledge as a complete answer.
What you will learn
Select, apply and structure your content into question-specific answers and balanced case-study responses.
Structure 10-marker and 20-marker answers and justify case-study decisions.
By the end of the masterclass, you will know how to:
Break the Ethics syllabus into themes and micro-themes.
Link every theme with relevant PYQs.
Identify what UPSC is actually demanding in a question.
Build an OPON-style one-page preparation sheet.
Select relevant thinkers, examples and keywords.
Structure a 10-marker and a 20-marker answer.
Approach case studies through stakeholders, dilemmas, options and justification.
Avoid collecting irrelevant content from multiple sources.
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See the entire Ethics syllabus with absolute clarity — macro topics already structured so you know exactly what to study and what not to.
Connect every micro syllabus topic directly with past-year questions, understand how UPSC asks questions and align your preparation accordingly.
Master key terms, thinkers and concepts with curated keywords from the syllabus and PYQs to build high-quality content for answers.
Get a customised UPSC preparation roadmap tailored to your strengths, weaknesses, optional subject and exam timeline through a focused mentorship session.
Join a focused community of serious UPSC aspirants to discuss Ethics case studies, answer writing, perspectives and real-world applications.
Estimated Bonus Value: ₹19,999+
Included Free with Live Attendance
The session lasts 90 minutes and includes three focused blocks followed by an open strategy Q&A.
Why studying more Ethics does not make you better at answering Ethics.
How to read the syllabus as boundaries and PYQs as the demand inside them.
Building preparation you can actually retrieve and adapt in the examination hall.
Structuring question-specific answers and balanced, justified case-study responses.
Open floor for questions on your own Ethics preparation.
Founder, EthiCraft IAS | Ethics & Essay Mentor
Author of Ethics 140+ Simplified (Sections A & B)
As an Ethics & Essay Strategist, I help aspirants turn GS-IV Ethics and philosophical essay writing from areas of uncertainty into strengths that can improve their Mains performance.
You may know the concepts. The challenge is turning them into strong answers—within the time you have.
Having appeared for UPSC Mains myself, I understand how difficult it can be to organise what you know when the clock is ticking.
With over four years of teaching and mentoring experience, I’ve worked closely with aspirants to help them understand what a question demands, build relevant content, and write clear, structured answers. At EthiCraft IAS, we put this into practice through syllabus decoding, PYQ analysis, answer writing, and a systematic approach to case studies.
But This Journey Is Not Just About Marks.
Through EthiCraft IAS, my mission is to help 100,000 aspirants achieve distinction in Ethics and Essay, while developing the integrity, sound judgement and clarity of thought expected of future civil servants.
Ethics is a foundation for responsible leadership, public service and nation-building. My larger vision is to contribute to a resilient Bharat rooted in its civilisational values.
If you believe Ethics should be understood, practised and expressed in everyday decisions, you belong here.
Independent reviews and direct messages from aspirants who have used EthiCraft IAS guidance and study material.
sneha bandgar
IN · 1 review
The effort Ved Sir puts in correcting the answer is impeccable. The hawk's eye attention he puts in every aspect of the answer made me really see where I need to improve. As the proverb goes "boond boond se banta hai sagar" , every comment Sir adds is akin to that boond. Thank you, Ved Sir.
Date of experience: February 11, 2026 · Unprompted review
Adarsh Chougale
IN · 1 review
I joined Ved Sir’s personal mentorship for GS-4 Mains and it turned out to be one of the most value-adding parts of my preparation. The quality of content was exceptional — rich with practical examples, clear diagrams and unique value additions that made my answers stand out. The chapter-wise tests kept my preparation structured, while the detailed one-on-one call after every test (often 30-40 minutes) went far beyond just evaluation. Sir patiently analysed each answer, cleared even minute doubts, and taught me how to present ideas with better flowcharts, keywords and ethical frameworks. These sessions were not just about marks; they also kept me motivated and focused when preparation felt overwhelming. I particularly appreciated the real-world case studies and current affairs linkages he suggested, the constant push to make answers exam-oriented, and his availability whenever I had a doubt. Overall, this mentorship gave me a clear strategy for GS-4 — from mastering theory to tackling case studies — and helped me evolve from writing average answers to producing UPSC-standard, high-impact responses with confidence.
Ankush Trivedi
IN · 1 review
I have been part of the Ethics and Essay course for CSE Mains 2024 and CSE 2026. Ved Sir's pedagogy stands out for me as it is clear, structured and deeply engaging. What I appreciate most is his precise and accurate assessment of tests. Feedback is spot-on, highlighting strengths and pinpointing exact areas for improvement without fluff. His practical approach to both Essay and Ethics papers was a game-changer, just actionable strategies that align perfectly with exam demands. The curated material for ethics especially the advanced content for Ethics and Essay, is gold. It’s comprehensive, relevant, and easily boosts answer quality.
Jit Mukherjee Romi
IN · 2 reviews
Best-in-industry content and guidance offered at Ethicraft. I have the privilege of enrolling in their ethics and essay course. After covering ethics from Vajiram and Saarthi I find Ethicraft's approach very personalised, student-centric and exam oriented. Their content is in answer writing format. Value Addition material is quite unique aligned with Toppers copy. The best part is availability. Faculty is quite responsive and dedicated to student's queries. Quite detailed and timely(24hrs) answer writing evaluation. The entire preparation of GS 4 happens in well structured manner and is tracked daily. Very happy with the experience so far.
Ayush naik
IN · 1 review
Very thankful to ved sir for his thoughtful and exceptional one-to-one mentorship for my ethics and essay preparation. Sir provided top classtheme wise study materials based on PYQs analysis and helped me in guiding my essay and ethics preparation through content refining and helped in articulation and presentation. He provided me with personalized feedback and his constant support helped in improving my answer writing as compared to before. Thank you ved sir for your constant guidance,value addition and bringing the best out of me. Your mentorship has been really influential in my preparation journey.
Ajay Biradar
IN · 1 review
“I am deeply grateful to Ved Sir for his exceptional one-to-one mentorship during my Ethics preparation. The guidance I received went far beyond conventional teaching. Sir provided unique, top-class theme-wise ethics study material, refined my content, curated precise one-pagers, and trained me in answer writing with PYQ analysis and presentation techniques. His constant support in value addition, doubt clarification, and personalized feedback helped me streamline both my Ethics and Essay preparation. This focused mentorship significantly improved my performance in these papers compared to last year. Thank you, Ved Sir, for your patient guidance, clarity of thought, and commitment to bringing out the best in your students. Your mentorship has been one of the most impactful experiences of my preparation journey.”
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sir , not purchased the book yet as u said the pdf version would be available around oct . but sir i have based my complete gs4 prep on your notes , they r such great content with so much clarity in simple understandable text , i greatly appriciate your work sir . i have read ethics from a famous teacher , there they try to overload u with their knowledge and expertise and the the subject complex , but the ethicraft notes were a game changer , they made me loose the fear of the subject , so thankyou very much sir for making such great notes . i have checked the recent year paper , almost all of the questions r mentionrd in the notes , they could have been answered with ease . 🔥 sorry sir for such late reply , i thought i have clicked the sent button on my laptop , but saw today it was in the draft , and was away from social media
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Dear Sir, Hope you are doing well and in good health 🙏 I'm extremely sorry due to the late reply.My preparation is on the right track for this year's Mains .I solely rely on your material for Ethics & Essay.These are well researched,self explanatory & revision friendly contents.It is very rare to get materials like these in the market.I'll surely seek your help in the future if it is required. I'm always indebted to you for all your timely help & considerations.Persons like you are rare in these days.Wish you a long & prosperous life ahead.
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Hi, Preparation is going well. Last year wrote mains not this year. So far your most of content is different from all coaching in way of consolidation, point presentation, readymade introduction and conclusion + examples + especially diagrams. From while referring your note i feel that why I haven't found those notes early. For essay same goes. After Diwali I will be joining silver membership Thanks for your hardwork.
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Learn how to decode what UPSC wants, build your preparation around that demand and express it effectively in the examination.
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