ClearIAS vs Vajiram & Ravi
Both coach for UPSC CSE. An honest, cited side-by-side — ratings, fees and what real students say. Neither is ranked by what we earn.
By the numbers
ClearIAS has the higher verified rating (4.75★ vs 4.20★). Only Vajiram & Ravi has a listed/reported fee (₹145,000–₹250,000); the other doesn't publish one. Vajiram & Ravi has the larger review base (119 vs 66). Neither is universally “better” — read the real feedback below and pick on fit.
ClearIAS has received overwhelmingly positive reviews for its UPSC CSE coaching, with users praising the quality of study materials, online classes, and mentorship. However, some users have mentioned high prices and limitations in free content.
- “The faculty, staff are so supportive.” Play Store ↗
- “Alex Sir is one of the best mentor in the field.” Play Store ↗
- “ClearIAS feels like a silent mentor in my journey.” Play Store ↗
- “Mentors are good in teaching and they help in every step of preparation though its a different thing tht I hvnt taken any lately but the crux is Everything is…” Play Store ↗
No clearly-sorted reviews on this side yet.
Vajiram & Ravi has received generally positive reviews for its app and coaching, but some users have reported issues with the app's functionality and customer support.
- “The content on the app is good but the interface itself is so frustrating.” Play Store ↗
- “This has been much better than other apps , I highly recommend for those willing to be upsc aspirant...it is a must..😊😊😊 Quite helpful..” Play Store ↗
- “Hello, The video lectures of the pending classes being uploaded is very helpful, thank you.” Play Store ↗
- “Smooth transition from one page to another, awesome graphics and great content.” Play Store ↗
- “They mixed up all the lecture i get afraid to find any recorded lecture ( although these recordings are not from my batch) terrible experience.” Play Store ↗
- “Worst app I tried to get admission to may 2021 online GS course on 30/04/21 and I made fee payment 1,45,000 rupees through this app.” Play Store ↗
- “I've installed multiple apps for study but this app is one of the worst ever.” Play Store ↗
- “…2024 me ...Bahut bekar padhaya...sb kux fir se padhna para hme dusre teacher se....11 months bol ke 10 mahine me hi khatam kara diya ....2.5 lakh barbad gya…” YouTube ↗