Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Ex-IRS Officer Ravi Kapoor's Free UPSC Course
Ravi Kapoor was an IRS officer but quit because he didn't like the work.
He started a free online program to help people prepare for the UPSC exam, which is very tough.
His program gives students daily assignments and advice to stay motivated and consistent.
He uses special tools to send emails and track progress.
Many students have passed the exam because of his help.
Ravi also works with an education company called Testbook to make online learning better.
He believes in giving students choices and support, especially those who are different learners.
Ravi Kapoor, a former IRS officer, quit his job to mentor UPSC aspirants through a free online program.
His Free Online Mentorship Programme (FMP) focuses on mental fitness, motivation, and exam preparation.
The FMP has helped 7 students clear the UPSC exam in 2022, with expectations of around 20 in 2023.
Ravi uses CRM tools to send daily assignments and track student progress, a unique approach in education.
He joined Testbook, an ed-tech startup, to bridge the gap between students and teachers in online education.
- Who
- Ravi Kapoor, a former IRS officer and current Chief Mentor of UPSC at Testbook
- What
- A free online mentorship program for UPSC aspirants
- When
- Since 2020, with a formal quit from IRS a year ago
- Where
- Online, primarily through Testbook and YouTube
- Why
- To provide guidance and eliminate the need for paid coaching, based on personal experiences and the gaps in the education system
- Name
- Ravi Kapoor
- Former Position
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS) Officer
- Current Role
- Chief Mentor of UPSC at Testbook
- Programme
- Free Online Mentorship Programme (FMP)
- Success Rate
- 7 students cleared UPSC in 2022, expecting around 20 in 2023
- Focus Areas
- Mental fitness, motivation, and UPSC exam preparation
- Education Background
- Master’s degree in clinical psychology
- Key Innovation
- Use of CRM tools for educational purposes