Free Video Lectures for UPSC Crash Course Covering All GS Papers
This crash course offers comprehensive video lectures designed specifically for UPSC aspirants who need to cover vast syllabi across History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and Science & Technology. Each lecture is structured to help you grasp complex concepts quickly, making it ideal for both beginners and those in their final phase of revision. The videos follow the GS Paper 1, GS Paper 2, GS Paper 3, and GS Paper 4 framework, ensuring nothing important is left out. Whether you are studying ancient Indian history or constitutional bodies, these free video lectures have you covered.
Ancient History
| Introduction to Ancient India 08:19 min |  |
| Beginning of Ancient India 07:02 min |  |
| Reconstructing the Past: Ancient India 28:15 min |  |
| Indus Valley Civilisation 28:44 min |  |
| The Vedic Culture 28:59 min |  |
| Early vs Later Vedic Period 13:31 min |  |
| Buddhism vs Jainism 06:29 min |  |
| Rise of the Magadha Empire 16:59 min |  |
| Persian & Greek Invasion 20:07 min |  |
| Sources of Mauryan Empire 08:17 min |  |
| Post Mauryan Empire 28:56 min |  |
| Harshavardhana Era 26:32 min |  |
| Chalukyas & Rashtrakutas 21:52 min |  |
| Imperial Cholas 29:09 min |  |
| Pallava Dynasty 30:01 min |  |
| The Spread of Indian Culture in Other Asian Countries 15:13 min |  |
Medieval History
| Early Medieval India 13:36 min |  |
| Delhi Sultanate 39:08 min |  |
| India under the Delhi Sultanate 16:05 min |  |
| Vijayanagar & Bahmani Kingdoms 18:27 min |  |
| The Mughal Empire 31:16 min |  |
| Rise of the Marathas 22:59 min |  |
Modern History
| Autonomous State of Bengal 12:55 min |  |
| Autonomous State of Mysore 09:28 min |  |
| Autonomous State of Maratha 06:46 min |  |
| Autonomous State of Punjab 09:05 min |  |
| Trading Companies 33:43 min |  |
| Act & Regulations & Crown Rule 30:06 min |  |
| Vellore Mutiny - 1806 02:21 min |  |
| Formation of INC 25:55 min |  |
| Partition of Bengal 29:08 min |  |
| Emergence of Gandhiji 32:36 min |  |
| After NCM (Non-Cooperation Movement) 39:15 min |  |
| Civil Disobedience Movement 22:29 min |  |
| Round Table Conference 24:00 min |  |
| Freedom Struggle 1935 - 1942 38:54 min |  |
| Freedom Struggle 1945 - 1947 41:54 min |  |
| Post Independence 09:46 min |  |
| Indian National Congress 08:30 min |  |
| Governor Generals: Robert Clive to Canning 29:48 min |  |
| Governor Generals: Lord Curzon to Mountbatten 13:51 min |  |
| British Educational Reform 18:56 min |  |
One-Shot Videos for Quick Revision of UPSC Prelims and Mains Topics
One-shot videos are a game-changer for UPSC candidates juggling multiple subjects simultaneously. Each video condenses an entire topic - from the Mauryan Empire to environmental conventions - into a focused, easy-to-follow session that reinforces key facts and analytical frameworks. These are especially useful in the weeks leading up to Prelims when time is short and recall needs to be sharp. With structured delivery and clear explanations, these revision videos help you retain information far more effectively than passive reading alone.
- Covers ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history in dedicated sessions
- Includes lectures on Indian Polity, covering Parliament, President, and constitutional amendments
- Geography videos span physical geography, climatology, and oceanography
- Economy lectures address GDP, inflation, public finance, and external trade
- Environment and Science & Technology topics are covered with UPSC-specific focus
Constitutional Framework
| Making of the Indian Constitution 34:58 min |  |
| Preamble of Indian Constitution 19:07 min |  |
| Fundamental Rights 133:53 min |  |
| Fundamental Duties Article 51A 18:48 min |  |
| Overview: DPSP (Directive Principles of State Policy) 17:05 min |  |
| Socialistic Principles: DPSP 08:53 min |  |
| Gandhian Principles: DPSP 03:27 min |  |
| Intellectual Principles: DPSP Liberal 05:13 min |  |
| Sanctions & Criticisms behind DPSP 04:55 min |  |
| Conflict between DPSP & Fundamental Rights 09:28 min |  |
| Amendment of the Constitution 28:44 min |  |
Systems of Government
| Intro & Legislative Relations: Centre-State Relations 18:31 min |  |
| Administrative Relations: Centre-State Relations 07:37 min |  |
| Financial Relations: Centre-State Relations 17:29 min |  |
| Trends in Centre State Relations 03:58 min |  |
| Lok Sabha: Indian Parliament 20:24 min |  |
| Rajya Sabha: Indian Parliament 14:27 min |  |
| Membership: Indian Parliament 15:53 min |  |
| Presiding Officers of the Lok Sabha 18:53 min |  |
| Presiding Officers of the Rajya Sabha 07:15 min |  |
| Leaders of the Houses of Parliament 03:30 min |  |
| Devices of Parliamentary Proceedings 34:59 min |  |
| Legislative Procedure of an Ordinary Bill 20:12 min |  |
| Money Bills & Finance Bills 11:05 min |  |
| Joint Sitting of Parliament 02:40 min |  |
| Difference of Powers in Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha 08:24 min |  |
| Powers & Functions of Parliament 03:11 min |  |
| Committees of Parliament 12:08 min |  |
| Privileges of Parliament 03:11 min |  |
| Budget in Parliament 27:30 min |  |
| Election of President 16:44 min |  |
Central Government & State Government
| Election of President 16:44 min |  |
| Qualifications & Conditions of President 07:09 min |  |
| Impeachment & Vacancy of President 08:19 min |  |
| Powers of President 13:28 min |  |
| Veto Power of President 10:02 min |  |
| Ordinance Making Power of the President (Article 123) 10:25 min |  |
| Pardoning Power of the President (Article 72) 12:37 min |  |
| Vice President of India 15:03 min |  |
| National Emergency (Article 352) vs President’s Rule (Article 356) 18:55 min |  |
| Prime Minister (PM) & Chief Minister (CM) 09:53 min |  |
| State Legislature 18:37 min |  |
| Council of Ministers 21:07 min |  |
| Inter-State Relations 21:57 min |  |
| The Supreme Court 42:50 min |  |
Topic-Wise Video Lectures to Strengthen Your UPSC GS Preparation
Topic-wise video lectures allow you to zero in on specific areas where you need the most improvement, rather than going through an entire course from start to finish. For example, if Centre-State relations or the Gupta Empire is a weak spot, you can directly access those lectures and build clarity fast. This targeted approach is particularly valuable for UPSC Mains preparation, where depth of understanding matters as much as breadth. The course is organized so that every major theme in the GS syllabus has its own dedicated video, making navigation straightforward and efficient.
Local Government
| Introduction to Local Government 25:53 min |  |
| 73rd Amendment (Panchayati Raj) 19:25 min |  |
| 74th Amendment (Municipalities) 22:26 min |  |
Constitutional Bodies, Non-Constitutional Bodies & Political Dynamics
| Constitutional Bodies - Overview 14:26 min |  |
| Elections (Article - 324 to 329) 30:14 min |  |
| Election Commission of India 11:44 min |  |
| Political Parties 14:12 min |  |
| Anti-Defection Law 13:13 min |  |
| Public Service Commission in India 21:21 min |  |
| Comptroller & Auditor General of India 05:36 min |  |
| Finance Commission 05:19 min |  |
| Attorney General of India 04:40 min |  |
| National Commissions for SC and ST 08:06 min |  |
| Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities 03:31 min |  |
| Scheduled & Tribal Areas 13:00 min |  |
| Official Language 16:36 min |  |
| Introduction to Non-Constitutional Bodies 03:19 min |  |
| Central Information Commission 15:08 min |  |
| State Information Commission 08:06 min |  |
| Central Vigilance Commission 28:36 min |  |
| Central Bureau of Investigation 21:27 min |  |
| Lokpal and Lokayukta 26:23 min |  |
| National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11:44 min |  |
| National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)/SDMA/DDMA 24:50 min |  |
| Introduction to Constitutional Bodies 02:34 min |  |
| Election Commission 18:06 min |  |
| Union Public Service Commission 19:50 min |  |
| State Public Service Commission 15:39 min |  |
| Finance Commission 10:33 min |  |
| Goods and Services Tax Council (GST) 18:03 min |  |
| National Commission for SC (NCSC) 09:32 min |  |
| National Commission for ST (NCST) 05:47 min |  |
| National Commission for BC (NCBC) 03:54 min |  |
Physical Geography
| The Earth and The Universe- 1 23:13 min |  |
| The Earth and The Universe- 2 25:49 min |  |
| The Earth and The Universe- 3 10:28 min |  |
| The Earth and The Universe- 4 21:26 min |  |
| The Earth and The Universe- 5 29:55 min |  |
| Composition & Structure of Atmosphere 42:35 min |  |
| Insolation - Geography 36:43 min |  |
| Temperature Zones 31:15 min |  |
| Air masses, Fronts & Cyclone 21:51 min |  |
| Types of Climates- 1 21:00 min |  |
| Types of Climates- 2 32:52 min |  |
| Introduction: Oceanography 37:02 min |  |
| Atlantic Ocean Currents 35:01 min |  |
| Pacific Ocean - Oceanography 09:42 min |  |
| Indian Ocean Currents 14:54 min |  |
| Introduction: Geomorphology 10:59 min |  |
| Landforms Made by Running Water 20:49 min |  |
Why Video-Based Learning Boosts Retention for UPSC Aspirants
Research consistently shows that visual and auditory learning aids long-term retention, which is critical when preparing for an exam as demanding as the UPSC Civil Services. Video lectures in this crash course break down dense topics - such as Directive Principles of State Policy, the Freedom Struggle, or oceanographic currents - into digestible segments with clear explanations. Watching a well-structured lecture also exposes you to the kind of analytical thinking examiners expect, especially in Mains answers. For aspirants who find static reading monotonous, video-based learning provides the engagement needed to stay consistent throughout preparation.
Physical & Human Geography by GC Leong
| The Earth & Universe - Time Zone Calculation 26:34 min |  |
| The Earth's Crust 25:53 min |  |
| Vulcanism & Earthquakes 22:39 min |  |
| Weathering, Mass Movement & Groundwater 29:49 min |  |
| Landforms made by Running Water 27:16 min |  |
| Landforms made by Glaciation 21:35 min |  |
| Arid or Desert Landforms 19:51 min |  |
| Limestone & Chalk Landforms 11:10 min |  |
| Lakes - Physical & Human Geography 19:58 min |  |
| Coastal Landforms 21:28 min |  |
| Island & Coral Reefs 12:52 min |  |
| Weather - Physical & Human Geography 32:20 min |  |
| Climate - Physical & Human Geography 22:05 min |  |
| Hot, Wet Equatorial Climate 23:56 min |  |
| Tropical Monsoon & Tropical Marine Climate 21:07 min |  |
| The Savanna or Sudan Climate 24:46 min |  |
| Hot Desert & Midlatitude Desert Climate 15:10 min |  |
| Warm Temperate Western Mediterranean Climate 16:57 min |  |
| Warm Temperate Continental (Steppe) Climate 16:16 min |  |
| Warm Temperate Eastern Margin (China) Climate 20:28 min |  |
| Cool Temperate Western Margin (British) Climate 13:37 min |  |
| Cool Temperate Continental (Siberian) Climate 19:43 min |  |
| Cool Temperate Eastern Margin (Laurentian) Climate 16:24 min |  |
| Arctic or Polar Climate 13:12 min |  |
Economy
| Introduction - Indian Economy 11:51 min |  |
| National Income - GDP / GNP / NDP / NNP 26:27 min |  |
| Human Development 19:16 min |  |
| Poverty & Unemployment 48:54 min |  |
| Public Finance- 1 50:50 min |  |
| Public Finance- 2 49:37 min |  |
| Public Finance- 3 40:12 min |  |
| Constitution & Indian Economy 30:14 min |  |
| Money Market- 1 46:26 min |  |
| Money Market- 2 47:54 min |  |
| Money Market- 3 28:57 min |  |
| Capital Market- 1 42:08 min |  |
| Capital Market- 2 35:58 min |  |
| Money Stock Measures 23:37 min |  |
| Inflation & Deflation 58:26 min |  |
| External Sector Trade & Capital- 1 28:49 min |  |
| External Sector Trade & Capital- 2 42:42 min |  |
| World Trade Organization (WTO) 36:52 min |  |
Science & Technology
| History of Indian Space Program 19:13 min |  |
| Types of Orbits 10:51 min |  |
| Types of Launch Vehicles 29:25 min |  |
| Types of Satellites 30:45 min |  |
| Applications of Space Technology 29:33 min |  |
| Important Space Missions (2018-19) of India 16:15 min |  |
| Achievements of Department of Science & Technology 10:23 min |  |
| Glimpses of STIP 03:58 min |  |
| What is Dark Matter & Dark Energy? 06:21 min |  |
| Star & Galaxy Formation in the Early Universe 07:09 min |  |
| Types of Launch Vehicles 29:25 min |  |
| In Depth: ISRO - New Frontier 28:44 min |  |
| What is Genomic Sequencing? 02:11 min |  |
| Pharmacogenomics: Genes and Medicine 07:20 min |  |
| DNA Fingerprinting 04:09 min |  |
| India's Programme on Robotics 29:27 min |  |
| Internet of Things 05:52 min |  |
| Small Satellites 13:06 min |  |
Environment
| Introduction to Environment 01:53 min |  |
| Functions of an Ecosystem 80:11 min |  |
| Terrestrial Ecosystem 59:52 min |  |
| Aquatic Ecosystem- 1 38:03 min |  |
| Aquatic Ecosystem- 2 25:07 min |  |
| Aquatic Ecosystem- 3 35:14 min |  |
| Environmental Pollution- 1 27:01 min |  |
| Environmental Pollution- 2 23:12 min |  |
| Renewable Energy 29:37 min |  |
| Ocean Acidification 11:28 min |  |
| Ozone Depletion 20:20 min |  |
| Impacts of Climate Change 10:00 min |  |
| Schedule Animals of WPA 1972 07:10 min |  |
| Protected Area Network- 1 21:19 min |  |
| Protected Area Network- 2 28:14 min |  |
| Mitigation Strategies 22:28 min |  |
| Conservation Efforts 36:31 min |  |
| Environmental Issues 06:25 min |  |
| Climate Change Organizations 25:15 min |  |
| Environmental Impact Assessment 05:45 min |  |
| Environmental Issues & Health Effects 21:43 min |  |
| Acts and Policies 24:30 min |  |
| International Conventions 42:10 min |  |