Nextias, A Unit Of Made Easy Group

What Nextias, A Unit Of Made Easy Group does

NEXT IAS is a New Delhi-based coaching institute operating as a unit of Made Easy Group, specializing in preparation for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). Founded in 2017, the company delivers integrated Prelims-Mains-Interview coaching through 1-year and 2-year GS Foundation programs, CSAT preparation, optional subject courses across seven disciplines (Economics, Geography, History, Sociology, Mathematics, Anthropology, PSIR), and add-on modules covering current affairs, ethics, essay writing, and interview guidance with mock interviews conducted by former UPSC board members. The product stack is delivered bilingually in English and Hindi medium, and is augmented by an ANUBHAV All India Open Mock Test series, postal/distance learning courses, and a dedicated mobile application on iOS and Android.

The technology platform comprises a digital learning ecosystem — web portals for test series and admissions (onlineadmissions.nextias.com), the NEXT IAS mobile app for live and recorded class delivery, and student portals for Interview Guidance and Mains Test Series access — alongside a content library of 19+ books, 12 monthly current affairs magazines (The CRUX), daily editorial analysis, and daily MCQ compilations. Distribution is hybrid: five physical classrooms across four cities (two in Delhi's Old Rajinder Nagar, one in Mukherjee Nagar, plus Jaipur and Prayagraj) handle in-person instruction, while online and live-stream channels extend reach nationally. Academic counselling sessions with guided virtual tours serve as mid-funnel lead conversion, and digital marketing via YouTube, Telegram, Instagram, and SEO-optimized free resources drives top-of-funnel acquisition.

NEXT IAS generates revenue primarily through upfront course fees (Rs. 1,47,457-2,02,543 + GST for comprehensive classroom foundation programs, with online courses priced 40-50% lower) plus separate subscriptions for test series, postal courses, and add-on modules. Customer segments include UPSC CSE aspirants (primary), State PCS aspirants (UPPCS, BPSC, RAS), and IES aspirants, all served on a consumer/individual basis. The company operates as a private unit under Made Easy Group with no disclosed external funding, and its competitive positioning rests on faculty tenure (10-15 years average teaching experience), consistent Top 10 CSE selection outcomes, and inherited brand credibility from the parent group.

Name

Nextias, A Unit Of Made Easy Group

Legal name

NEXT IAS (A Unit of Made Easy Group)

Website

https://nextias.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Short description

NEXT IAS, a unit of Made Easy Group, is a New Delhi-headquartered coaching institute delivering UPSC Civil Services Examination preparation — GS Foundation, CSAT, optional subjects, and test series — across five physical centers in four cities and a bilingual English/Hindi online platform serving individual aspirants in India.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

UPSC Civil Services Coaching

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Civil Service & Government Entrance Exams Prep (EDANABAG)

Keywords

• UPSC civil services coaching
• IAS exam preparation
• Competitive exam training
• Online test series
• Prelims mains coaching

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Classroom Coaching Programs: Offline classroom programs at centers in Delhi (Old Rajinder Nagar, Mukherjee Nagar), Jaipur, and Prayagraj. Programs include GS Foundation, GS+CSAT, GS+Optional, and combinations with CA-VA. Revenue is generated through upfront course fees paid at enrollment. Fees range from Rs. 1,47,457 to Rs. 2,02,543 + GST depending on course combination and batch timing.
2. Live/Online Courses: Synchronous live online classes with recorded access for revision. Provides flexibility for outstation students or working professionals. Online fees are lower than offline classroom fees, typically 50-60% of corresponding offline course fees.
3. Test Series Subscriptions: Prelims, Mains, and Optional subject test series available in both offline (pen-and-paper) and online modes. Separate enrollment for test series programs (MTS 2026, MTS 2027, Anubhav Mains, ANUBHAV All India Open Mock Tests).
4. Postal Courses: Physical study material delivery service for GS+CSAT Postal Study Course, Optional Subjects Postal Course, Current Affairs Magazine Postal Course, and FIRST STEP Postal Course. Study material dispatched within 15 days of admission.
5. Hindi Medium Programs: Dedicated Hindi medium classroom and online courses at Mukherjee Nagar center with separate fee structure. Programs include GSPM, GSPMC, GSPM+, and GSPMC+ variants. Jaipur center also offers Hindi medium options.

Pricing tiers

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Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

NEXT IAS provides comprehensive coaching for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) covering the Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages. The institute delivers programs through offline classroom centers in Delhi (Old Rajinder Nagar, Mukherjee Nagar), Jaipur, and Prayagraj, alongside live-online classes and postal study material. Offerings include foundation courses (GS, CSAT, FIRST STEP, ELEVATE, FAIM), advanced programs (AIM mentorship, GS Mains Advance, CA-VA, Ethics Enhancer, Essay, Interview Guidance), subject-wise optional coaching (Economics, Geography, History, Sociology, Mathematics, Anthropology, PSIR, Engineering), and a comprehensive test series suite with the proprietary ANUBHAV All India Open Mock Test system.

Product overview

NEXT IAS, A Unit Of Made Easy Group, operates as a premier UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) coaching institute offering a comprehensive, integrated educational platform. The company's product portfolio is organized as a multi-layered coaching ecosystem comprising: (1) Core Foundation Programs including GS Foundation Course (1-Year, 2-Year ELEVATE), CSAT Foundation, and FIRST STEP Concept Building for holistic Prelims-Mains-Interview preparation; (2) Advanced Programs including AIM Mentorship, Current Affairs CA-VA Course, GS Mains Advance, Ethics Enhancer, Essay Guidance, and Interview Guidance with mock interviews by former UPSC Board Members; (3) Subject-Specific Courses covering 7 Optional subjects (Economics, Geography, History, Sociology, Mathematics, Anthropology, PSIR) at Foundation and Advance levels; (4) Test Series Suite including Prelims, CSAT, Mains (GS), Optional, and ANUBHAV All India Mock Tests for competitive benchmarking; (5) Distance Learning via Postal Courses and Live/Online streaming with mobile app access; (6) Free Resources including Current Affairs Magazine (The CRUX), Daily MCQs, Editorial Analysis, Toppers' Copies, and Previous Year Papers; (7) State PCS Programs for UPPCS, BPSC, and RAS. The company delivers courses in both English and Hindi medium through physical centers in Delhi (Old Rajinder Nagar, Mukherjee Nagar), Jaipur, and Prayagraj, as well as pan-India via online platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ELEVATE: 2-year GS Foundation Course for comprehensive UPSC preparation
• FAIM
• FIRST STEP
• AIM (Advanced Integrated Mentorship)
• ANUBHAV
• LAMP
• CAMP

Products and services

• GS Foundation Course Comprehensive 1-year classroom and live-online course covering General Studies for UPSC CSE Prelims, Mains, and Interview preparation with 1100+ hours of teaching, 125+ hours of current affairs classes, 19 comprehensive books, and recorded class access for revision.
• CSAT Foundation Course Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) preparation course for UPSC Prelims Paper-2 covering comprehension, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
• ELEVATE (2-Year GS Foundation Course) Two-year GS Foundation Course combining NCERT fundamentals with advanced General Studies preparation for beginners, undergraduates, or students seeking gradual syllabus coverage.
• FAIM Course Two-year comprehensive program combining GS Foundation Course with Advanced Mentorship and strategic guidance, designed for intermediate students or working professionals.
• FIRST STEP (Concept Building Course) NCERT-based foundational concept-building course ideal for beginners starting UPSC preparation.
• Advanced Integrated Mentorship (AIM) Program One-year mentorship program for students who have completed their foundation course or syllabus, providing advanced integrated guidance, personal mentoring, and answer writing practice for CSE Mains.
• Current Affairs Value Addition (CA-VA) Course Current affairs program providing multidimensional coverage with daily and weekly analysis, monthly magazines, and integration with GS preparation.
• GS Mains Advance Course Advanced course for Mains preparation focusing on answer writing approach, high-order thinking, and in-depth coverage of GS papers.
• Ethics Enhancer Course Specialized course focusing on Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude with case studies practice for Mains General Studies Paper-4.
• Essay Guidance Program Dedicated essay writing program with practice sessions and evaluation for UPSC Mains Essay paper.
• Interview Guidance Program Mock interview program conducted by former UPSC Board Members, including DAF discussion, personality development, and technical sessions.
• Optional Foundation Courses Subject-specific foundation courses for UPSC optional papers covering Economics, Geography, History, Sociology, Mathematics, Anthropology, and Political Science & International Relations (PSIR).
• Optional Advance Courses Advanced optional subject programs including Economics Through Questions, Geography X-Ray Program, Master Anthropology Program, PSIR Q&A Program, and Engineering optional courses for intensive answer writing practice.
• Prelims Test Series (GS Paper-1) Comprehensive test series for UPSC Prelims General Studies Paper-1 with topic-wise, sectional, and full-length mock tests.
• CSAT Test Series Test series for CSAT Paper-2 with Need for Speed tests designed to improve accuracy and time management.
• Mains Test Series (GS) Mains test series including MTS 2026, MTS 2027, and Anubhav Mains 2026 with answer writing approach classes.
• Optional Test Series Test series for optional subjects including Economics, Geography, Sociology, Anthropology, Mathematics, PSIR, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering.
• ANUBHAV All India Open Mock Test Open mock test series for Prelims (GS+CSAT), Mains (GS+Essay), and Optional subjects with All India ranking and pan-India competitive benchmarking.
• Postal Courses Distance learning programs including FIRST STEP Postal Course, GS+CSAT Postal Study Course, Optional Subjects Postal Course, and Current Affairs Magazine Postal Subscription with material dispatched within 15 days of admission.
• Live/Online IAS Coaching Live streaming and online recorded course delivery with real-time chat support for doubt resolution, accessible via web and mobile app; includes 1 live view and 2 recorded views per session.
• UPSC Prelims Revision Crash Course Crash course for CSE 2026 with 140 hours of live classes across 56 focused sessions, emphasizing PYQ-driven revision, MCQ practice, and smart attempt strategies.
• Library and Mentored Practice Program (LAMP) Mentored self-study program combining library access with structured mentorship to help students maintain regular preparation discipline.
• Current Affairs Magazine (The CRUX) Monthly current affairs magazine covering national, international, and state-specific news with UPSC-relevant analysis and PDF downloads, available via postal subscription.
• State PCS Courses (UPPCS, BPSC, RAS) Test series and preparation courses for state-level PCS examinations including UPPCS Prelims and Mains, BPSC, and RAS with state-specific focus.
• Hindi Medium Courses Complete UPSC CSE preparation courses delivered in Hindi medium at Mukherjee Nagar and Jaipur centers, including GS Foundation, CSAT, Test Series, and Mentorship programs (GSPM, GSPMC, GSPM+, GSPMC+ variants) with separate fee structure for Hindi-speaking aspirants.
• Academic Counselling with Virtual Tour Personalized academic counselling session with guided tour of classrooms, study materials, and option to attend a live class, helping aspirants make informed preparation decisions; bookable via website slot booking system.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8 in Top 10, 17 in Top 20, 65 in Top 100 selections in CSE 2025
• +2 more outcomes

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Technology focussed No

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Recent moves6 records

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Direct peers

• Yojana IAS: Yojana IAS is a Delhi-based coaching institute providing UPSC GS, optional subjects, and test series programs with online delivery. It is comparable as a similar-format UPSC coaching competitor targeting the same aspirant segment with overlapping course architecture.
• Drishti IAS: Drishti IAS is a prominent UPSC coaching brand headquartered in Delhi with a strong Hindi-medium focus, directly competing with NEXT IAS for the same North Indian aspirant pool. Its product portfolio (foundation courses, optional subjects, test series, interview program) and marketing emphasis on topper selections mirror NEXT IAS's positioning closely.
• Rau's IAS Study Circle: Rau's IAS Study Circle is a long-standing UPSC coaching institute with classroom programs in Delhi and other metros. It is a directly comparable peer on General Studies foundation, optional, and test series, serving the same aspirant use case as NEXT IAS.
• Vision IAS: Vision IAS is a leading Delhi-based UPSC Civil Services coaching institute operating in the same Old Rajinder Nagar / Mukherjee Nagar hub corridors as NEXT IAS. It offers an almost identical product mix — GS/CSAT foundation, optional subjects, test series (including All India open mocks), interview guidance, and Hindi/English medium delivery — making it the closest head-to-head comparable.
• ForumIAS: ForumIAS is a Delhi-based online-first UPSC coaching and community platform offering test series, mentorship, and free editorial content. It competes with NEXT IAS in the online coaching and open mock test (ANUBHAV-equivalent) categories and shares the same target aspirant.
• Vajiram & Ravi: Vajiram & Ravi is one of the legacy UPSC coaching institutes in Delhi with a multi-decade track record and broad GS / optional / interview course coverage. It competes with NEXT IAS for in-person aspirants in Delhi's coaching hub and is among the strongest brand comparables for selection-track-record marketing.
• Shankar IAS Academy: Shankar IAS Academy is a Chennai-headquartered UPSC coaching institute with a national digital footprint and strong optional-subject (Environment, Sociology) reputation. It is comparable as a multi-format UPSC player with state-level catchment complementing NEXT IAS's North India concentration.
• GS SCORE: GS SCORE is a Delhi-based UPSC coaching institute emphasizing answer writing, test series, and editorial analysis with strong online delivery. It competes directly with NEXT IAS's advanced mentorship, essay, and mains test series offerings.

Emerging players

• Unacademy: Unacademy is a large edtech platform offering UPSC and other competitive exam preparation through subscription-led online classes, test series, and recorded content. While not classroom-specialized, it is a comparable competitor for online UPSC learners and an emerging threat to NEXT IAS's online and postal delivery formats.
• BYJU's Exam Prep (formerly Gradeup): BYJU's Exam Prep is a digital test-prep platform offering UPSC courses, test series, and live classes through a subscription model. It is an emerging competitor overlapping with NEXT IAS on online delivery and pan-India aspirant reach, exerting pricing pressure on digital-only segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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