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U. Shanmugam
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Civil services aspirant (2003-2005), cleared UPSC Civil Services Examination up to final Interview (2005) experience
Established on January 11, 2006, by Mr. U. Shanmugam in Coimbatore, Shanmugam IAS Academy offers dedicated coaching for a wide range of competitive government examinations. Mr. Shanmugam, himself a civil services aspirant who reached the final interview stage of the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2005, founded the academy to provide thorough preparation rooted in firsthand understanding of aspirant needs, aiming for success in a single attempt. The institution's methodology is shaped by this foundational experience, focusing on integrated c…
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SIVARANJANI
U. THAMIZH VENDHAN
SIVARAMAN
SATHIYANANDHI
RAJKUMAR
S. DEEPTHI PREMNATH
SUMITRA
R. PRABHU
SUJJI
SUJITHA
V. ARUNA
R. SUBADHARA
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Widely used reference books for the exams Shanmugam IAS Academy, Gandhipuram coaches for. These are independent suggestions to help you prepare — not published or sold by the institute.
Prelims and General Studies Mains. NCERTs are the foundation layer; the standard references below are the ones almost every serious aspirant works through.
| # | Book | Author | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NCERT Textbooks, Class 6-12 | NCERT | NCERT |
| 2 | Indian Polity | M. Laxmikanth | McGraw Hill |
| 3 | A Brief History of Modern India | Rajiv Ahir | Spectrum Books |
| 4 | India's Struggle for Independence | Bipan Chandra | Penguin |
| 5 | Indian Economy | Ramesh Singh | McGraw Hill |
| 6 | Certificate Physical and Human Geography | G. C. Leong | Oxford University Press |
| 7 | Indian Art and Culture | Nitin Singhania | McGraw Hill |
| 8 | Environment for Civil Services | Shankar IAS Academy | Shankar IAS Academy |
| 9 | Oxford Student Atlas for India | Oxford Editorial Board | Oxford University Press |
| 10 | India Year Book | Publications Division | Ministry of I&B, Govt. of India |
CGL, CHSL, MTS, CPO and JE. Covers Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence & Reasoning, English Language and General Awareness.
| # | Book | Author | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | R. S. Aggarwal | S. Chand |
| 2 | Fast Track Objective Arithmetic | Rajesh Verma | Arihant |
| 3 | A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | R. S. Aggarwal | S. Chand |
| 4 | Objective General English | S. P. Bakshi | Arihant |
| 5 | Lucent's General Knowledge | Vinay Karna, R. P. Suman et al. | Lucent Publications |
| 6 | Advance Maths for General Competitions | Rakesh Yadav | Rakesh Yadav Readers |
| 7 | Plinth to Paramount (Vol. 1) | Neetu Singh | Paramount Reader |
| 8 | Analytical Reasoning | M. K. Pandey | BSC Publishing |
| 9 | Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis | Goyal Publishers |
| 10 | SSC Mathematics Chapterwise Solved Papers | Kiran Editorial Board | Kiran Publication |
Common questions parents and students ask about Shanmugam IAS Academy, Gandhipuram.
Shanmugam IAS Academy in Coimbatore offers coaching for UPSC Civil Services (IAS, IPS, IFS), TNPSC Group 1, Group 2/2A, Group 4/VAO, Bank exams (IBPS, SBI), SSC RRB (CGL, CHSL, NTPC, Group D), SI/Police (TNUSRB), and TNTET/TRB competitive examinations.
The course fees at Shanmugam IAS Academy include GST, comprehensive study materials, and access to a full test series. Each course is designed to cover the complete syllabus subject by subject until completion, without fixed monthly limits.
Yes, Shanmugam IAS Academy offers both classroom and online batches for various courses. Students interested in online classes should contact the academy counselor to inquire about currently open online batches and timings.
Weekday batches run Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (morning), 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (afternoon), and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (evening). A weekend batch is available on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
No, Shanmugam IAS Academy requires the full course fee to be paid at the time of admission. Installment payment options are not available for any of the courses offered.
Shanmugam IAS Academy was founded on January 11, 2006, in Coimbatore by Mr. U. Shanmugam. The institution has been providing competitive exam coaching for over a decade and a half.
Shanmugam IAS Academy has its head office in Coimbatore (Gandhipuram) and additional branches in Madurai (Anna Nagar) and Tirunelveli. Students can contact the respective branches for local details.
550/3, Dr Nanjappa Rd, opposite Town Bus Stand, Ram Nagar Main, Ram Nagar, Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641012
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Why Choose Shanmugam IAS Academy, Gandhipuram
Our Vision
Shanmugam IAS Academy envisions empowering every aspirant to achieve a prestigious gazetted government post, bringing pride to their families and communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to meticulously guide every aspirant, regardless of their academic background, through integrated coaching, interactive sessions, continuous assessments, comprehensive study materials, and remedial support, enabling them to secure their desired Central or State Government career.
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Contact the academy by phone or WhatsApp, or visit one of the physical centers in Coimbatore or Madurai.
Consult with an academy counselor to understand available batches, timings, and course fees for your chosen examination.
Select your preferred batch, either classroom or online, and complete the full fee payment to finalize admission.
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