PSIR ONLINE is a specialized web portal and IAS academy dedicated to Political Science & International Relations (PSIR) for UPSC–CSE. Led by Dr. M.V. Duraish and a team of political science experts. We offer focused training for PSIR Optional, GS2, and GS4, along with complete current affairs support.
Our app provides recorded micro-modules for PSIR, GS2, and GS4, allowing students to buy only the modules they need instead of full courses. We also conduct live classes for all three subjects. For UPSC Prelims, we offer specially curated Indian Polity video modules designed for high-impact preparation.
Beyond UPSC, we train aspirants for the UGC-NET exam in Political Science, helping them qualify for Assistant Professor roles. In addition to English-only videos, we offer bilingual (English + Tamil) classes, making us one of the pioneering academies in the UPSC training industry to provide dual-language learning support with the same level of expertise and depth.
Watch our latest analysis and lectures on Political Science.
Watch our latest analysis and lectures on Political Science.
I have always been interested in political science and International relations and Duraish sir has helped me dig deeper into that subject, his way of teaching has encouraged me to think, to analyse and to question every injustice. No matter how complex the concept is ,Duraish sir with his experience and valuable insights makes it easy for me to understand.
I have had the privilege of being a student of Duraish Sir for the past three years, and I can confidently say that his teaching is exceptional. What I truly admire is his precision and clarity and how he explains concepts in a way that ensures every student thoroughly understands the topic. His approach to Indian Polity, governance and International Relations is both comprehensive and insightful, making even complex subjects accessible and engaging. I highly recommend Duraish Sir to anyone looking for top-notch guidance in these subjects. Truly an outstanding faculty!
His teaching style blends clear theoretical insight with strong empirical explanations. Especially in the political economy , he transforms complex ideas into compelling insights, inspiring me to pursue my studies with greater depth and passion.
“One class changed the course of my academic journey.” “The introductory lecture on What is Politics? transformed my perspective and inspired me to pursue PSIR with passion, and I am sincerely grateful for that strong and impactful foundation.”
Learning under Dr. Duraish has been a defining part of my undergraduate education. His classes, consistently rigorous and engaging, focusing on conceptual clarity and articulation, encouraged analytical thinking rather than passive learning, helping us approach subjects with the depth expected at the UPSC level.
I have been learning under Duraish sir for three years, and his crystal-clear explanations make every concept easy to understand. His teaching has strengthened my fundamentals and given me real clarity. His guidance has also been very helpful for building a strong base for UPSC.
Dr. Duraish’s teaching of Marxism and political theory was remarkably clear and engaging, enabling us to understand complex concepts with ease and relevance.
Sir provides outstanding clarity in Polity and International Relations, making GS2 preparation highly effective. His classes are systematic, insightful, and extremely impactful.
Being a student of Dr. M.V. Duraish sir has been one of the greatest privileges of my UPSC journey. His mastery in Political Science, IR, Foreign Policy, Internal Security, and Indian Polity built the strongest base for my preparation. His remarkable clarity, mentorship, and vast expertise shaped my knowledge and confidence immensely. He has truly made my career beautiful, inspiring me every single day to achieve more for the nation.
Duraish Sir’s clarity and depth in teaching Political Theory are exceptional, making even abstract scholars and frameworks easy to grasp. His ability to connect core concepts with contemporary relevance has greatly strengthened my overall PSIR understanding. The structured, rigorous way he builds analytical thinking has improved my confidence immensely. He is truly an ideal and highly recommended mentor for every serious PSIR aspirant.
I’m forever grateful for Duraish sir’s intricate explanations of India’s global and regional dynamics, internal security challenges, political and ideological trends, and core administrative theories. He brings absolute clarity to topics that often feel overwhelming.
"I’m privileged to learn from Duraish Sir. His deep expertise in Indian foreign policy—covering dynamic & evolving concepts like the 'Modi Doctrine' and 'Strategic Autonomy'—provides us with invaluable knowledge and great learning experience."
Duraish Sir transforms complex geopolitical dynamics into clear, actionable knowledge. His deep dive into India-China relations—specifically explaining the nuances of the 'One China Policy' and hot strategies like the 'Necklace of Diamonds'—gave me a competitive edge I couldn't find in standard textbooks."
"Duraish Sir is a master of efficiency. He covers the vast IR syllabus in a remarkably short duration while including unique 'extra' topics found nowhere else. His multidimensional approach to daily IR current affairs makes staying updated feel effortless and ensures a truly hassle-free preparation experience."
Duraish Sir is an expert at simplifying the core theories of Realism and Idealism. He provides an advanced yet incredibly accessible approach to understanding Foreign Policy dynamics. This conceptual clarity is absolutely essential for writing high-quality answers in UPSC GS papers
Polity classes by Duraish Sir are a masterclass. he weaves a narrative from its Historical Underpinnings to modern-day relevance. His unique method of interconnecting different Articles has fundamentally elevated my UPSC preparation strategy, turning fragmentation into clarity."
Duraish sir was the first person who introduced me to the world of politics, bringing clarity to concepts I once knew nothing about. His practical and grounded teaching made the subject intellectually engaging from the very beginning. From foundational ideas to advanced theories like Marxism, his systematic approach made every concept meaningful. I appreciate and speak about Marxist theory today only because of the strong conceptual impact his teaching had created. He has been not just a teacher but a distinguished mentor in my UPSC journey.
The classes stood out as the only one I never wanted to miss, thanks to a professor whose brilliance brought global politics to life with real-time relevance. His teaching offered a uniquely clear, coherent, and transformative perspective that reshaped how I understand the world.
