Can AI crack UPSC? How technology is disrupting India’s coaching industry
Students preparing for the UPSC civil services exam are increasingly turning to AI tools like Claude and online resources to supplement or replace traditional, expensive coaching centers. This shift is driven by the need for personalized study material and the high cost of conventional coaching.
Why it matters
The integration of AI into competitive exam preparation is disrupting the traditional education industry and democratizing access to study resources.
After a long wait, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) 2026 prelims results were released last week. Neha (name changed), 23, a humanities student, did not clear it. She is upset, she says, but was not banking on clearing the civil services examination in her first attempt.
The article explores a technological trend in education without taking a side on the efficacy of coaching versus self-study.
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