Sapiens IAS is widely recognized for providing the anthropology best coaching in India. As a “Thought Leader” in anthropology coaching for UPSC, we have consistently delivered top results with our meticulously designed programs. Our highly structured anthropology optional online coaching, seasoned faculty, and innovative pedagogy have helped countless aspirants become IAS toppers
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The batch for Anthropology optional shall commence from 20 Aug 2025.
Our best anthropology coaching online is designed to simplify concepts and build answer writing skills while covering the entire syllabus in a time-bound manner. Our experience in guiding UPSC aspirants helps you approach Anthropology with clarity, confidence, and strategy.
Under the expert guidance of Pradip Sarkar, we have produced IAS toppers and Anthropology top scorers year after year. His teaching is at the core of our anthropology optional online coaching program.
Our updated study material—organized and exam-ready—is a major asset. It's structured to complement our best test series for anthropology and ensures high scores in the optional subject.
We train aspirants to approach Anthropology critically—one of the core reasons behind the success of our anthropology coaching for UPSC.
Every single topic from the UPSC syllabus is covered in our thought-provoking lectures, making our platform the preferred choice for best anthropology coaching online.
Regular tests on exact UPSC pattern are the integral part of the course. These tests are followed by model answers and personalized feedback.
Many top scorers in Anthropolgy and IAS toppers have banked exclusively on Sapiens IAS and the guidance of Pradip Sir. You too can bank upon us!
Student Centric Learning Approach
To tackle any type of question in Exam
Regular Practice Tests with Detailed Feedback
Learn efficiently
No need to refer to multiple books and notes
On time completion of syllabus
Holistic Understading of Subject
The syllabus of Anthropology for the UPSC Exam is scientificially sub-divided to maximize the learning outcomes. Classes are held as per the pre-defined scheduled plan. 100% coverage of syllabus in a meticulous manner is ensured.
| Paper and Section | Topics | Number of Classes |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I, Section A | Unit 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3: Basis of socio-cultural Anthropology | 5-6 Classes |
| Paper I, Section A | Unit 2 to 5: Socio-cultural Institutions | 14-15 Classes |
| Paper I, Section A | Unit 6: Anthropological Theories | 9-10 Classes |
| Paper I, Section A | Unit 7 and 8: Communication and Languages, Research and Methods | 4-5 Classes |
| Paper I, Section B | Basis of Biological Anthropology along with Unit 1.7 of Section A | 5-6 Classes |
| Paper I, Section B | Organic Evolution, Primatology and Paleo-Anthropology along with Unit 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6 of Section A. | 10-11 Classes |
| Paper I, Section B | Human genetics, Variations, Adaptations, Applied Physical Anthropology and Reproductive Biology etc. | 18-20 Classes |
| Paper II, Section A | Archeology: Unit 1.8 of Paper I and Unit 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 of Paper II | 7-8 Classes |
| Paper II, Section A | Indian Society (Unit 2, 3, 4 and 5) | 10-11 Classes |
| Paper II, Section B | Tribal India (Unit 6,7,8 and 9) | 10-11 Classes |
A renowned academician and mentor, Pradip Sarkar is an alumnus of Presidency College, Kolkata. With over 20 years of UPSC coaching experience and four UPSC interviews himself, he’s the powerhouse behind Sapiens IAS’s success in Anthropology Optional.
We understand that rote learning and shallow prepration of the Optional subject do not pay rich dividends in IAS main exam. Sapiens IAS has curated high quality immersive mentoring and e-learning programs for aspirants of Civil Services Examinations by leveraging the best digital technologies available.
Batches are regularly announced for Anthropolgy Optional mentored by Pradip Sarkar. The venue for these batches is karol bagh, Delhi.
Enroll NowOnline Courses are also offered for Anthropology Optional. The content, faculty and subject matter is exactly the same as in the Classroom programs..
Enroll NowThe anthropology test series is conducted both online and offline. You can take these tests at the institute or you can take them online from your home.
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SAPIENS IAS is one of the prominent IAS Coaching institutes of India. Pradip Kumar Sarkar is its Director and mentor, he founded it in 2007. Pradip Kumar Sarkar has more than 17 years of teaching experience in the field of IAS coaching.
