Teaching and material
- Live weekday classes with Dr. Komal Sahai
- The full economics syllabus required for IES and both phases of RBI DEPR
- Board work, notes, highlighted references and PYQ discussions for both exams
Online classes · Live batch in progress
IES + RBI DEPR Integrated Course.
A shared live-batch course for students preparing for IES, RBI Grade B DEPR or both. The exams overlap across much of the economics syllabus, with separate practice where their formats differ.
The July batch is already underway. You can still join with access to the recordings and a catch-up plan.
Need to discuss your preparation? Talk to us before enrolling. If the fee is a concern, apply for financial support.
What the fee includes
What will you study and receive?
The fee covers the classes, course material, tests, evaluation and guidance listed below. Tests and mentorship for the covered subjects are included.
Tests and evaluation
- Regular MCQ tests for concept clarity
- Subject-wise tests, full-syllabus tests and RBI DEPR Phase I practice
- Evaluation and feedback by Dr. Komal Sahai
Guidance and practice
- Personalised guidance and mentorship throughout the batch
- Complimentary Xaptiq access, including the RBI DEPR Phase I objective Economics test series in addition to regular course tests
- Recordings until the target exam and a catch-up plan for students joining now
Best fit
This course is for you if...
- You are preparing for either IES, RBI DEPR or both and do not want duplicate courses.
- You need postgraduate economics depth and practice for each exam's questions.
- You want the same classes, tests and mentorship to support both exams.
Looking only for individual preparation guidance? One-to-one mentorship is also available separately. Mentorship is already included in this full course.
How the course works
From live class to tests and revision.
- 01
Attend the live class
Classes run Monday to Friday from 7-9 PM IST.
- 02
Revise with the course material
Use the recording, board work, notes and highlighted references after class.
- 03
Practise PYQs and MCQs
Practise descriptive answers for IES and objective questions for RBI DEPR.
- 04
Write subject tests
Take a test as each subject is completed, followed by full-syllabus tests.
- 05
Receive Dr. Komal's evaluation
Use Dr. Komal's feedback to revise weak topics before the next subject or test.
- 06
Practise each exam format
Practise the shared subjects in the format required for IES and for RBI DEPR Phase I and Phase II.
Course structure
Subjects are taught in this order.
The sequence below follows the published lesson plan. Exact class pace may change slightly with the needs of the batch.
- 01 Microeconomics
- 02 Macroeconomics
- 03 Money and Financial Markets
- 04 Public Economics
- 05 International Economics
- 06 Growth and Development
- 07 Indian Economy
- 08 Quantitative Methods
- 09 Environmental Economics
Why one course?
IES and RBI DEPR share the economics core.
Shared subjects are taught once, then the course adds descriptive depth for IES and objective, descriptive and policy practice for RBI DEPR.
Current batch milestones
Growth and Development completed
Microeconomics through Growth and Development are completed by the end of December.
Indian Economy completed
Indian Economy is completed by the first week of February.
Quantitative Methods completed
Quantitative Methods is completed in early March, followed by the remaining exam-focused revision and practice.
Shared Economics Core
- Microeconomics and welfare
- Macroeconomics and monetary economics
- Public finance
- International economics
- Growth and development
- Indian economy
IES Papers and Answer Writing
- General Economics I, II and III
- Indian Economics paper preparation
- Mathematical methods, statistics and econometrics
- Long-form descriptive answers
RBI DEPR Practice
- Phase I objective economics
- Phase II descriptive economics
- RBI reports, monetary policy and current macro indicators
Testing and Mentorship
- Subject-level tests
- Full-syllabus revision tests
- Answer evaluation
- Adaptive Xaptiq diagnostics
Who teaches and evaluates
Dr. Komal teaches the classes and evaluates your work.
Dr. Komal Sahai teaches the live classes, evaluates submitted work and gives personalised guidance through the batch. She holds a PhD in Economics from the Indian Statistical Institute, Delhi, and a Master's from the Delhi School of Economics.
Teaches Live weekday classes
Evaluates Tests and answer writing
Guides Catch-up, revision and exam planning
Small batches and personal attention
Batches usually have around 20 students or fewer, with time for questions and individual feedback. You can contact Dr. Komal directly on WhatsApp or by phone about your doubts and preparation.
Careful teaching and useful practice
We focus on clear concepts, useful practice and careful feedback. Knowing why an answer works matters more than collecting more notes or attempting questions without reviewing them.
What should improve
- Stronger understanding of IES economics
- Better preparation for RBI DEPR objective and descriptive papers
- A clear plan for the shared syllabus and the separate exam requirements
- A stronger base for policy discussion
From IES and RBI DEPR students
What students say about the course.
Students discuss the economics teaching, practice, feedback and personal guidance.
Preparing for RBI DEPR and IES requires a strong conceptual foundation, and learning from Komal Ma'am has been one of the most valuable parts of my preparation journey. Her classes in Econometrics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, International Trade and Indian Economy are exceptionally well-structured and engaging. Her Econometrics classes helped me understand the intuition behind concepts and models rather than just memorising them. Beyond her academic expertise, she is one of the most approachable and supportive mentors I have come across — patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in her students' growth.Read full story
Pooja Priya
RBI DEPR and IES aspirant
RBI DEPR & IES preparation
Jab maine classes join kiya tha, tab mujhe answers dene, answer writing karne aur apni baat rakhne mein kaafi hesitation hota tha — galat hone ka dar rehta tha. Lekin Komal Ma'am hamesha encourage karti thi ki apne imperfect answers se darna nahi chahiye. Unki guidance se dheere-dheere mera confidence badha. Mujhe yahan sirf Economics hi nahi, balki khud par bharosa karna bhi seekhne ko mila. Ek baat jo mujhe personally acchi lagi — classes Hindi aur English dono ka balanced mix hoti hain. Main Jharkhand se hoon, isliye shuruaat mein language barrier ka socha tha, lekin concepts kaafi clearly samjhaye jaate hain, isliye Hindi-speaking background ke students bhi comfortably follow kar sakte hain.Read full story
Ajay Shankar
IES aspirant
IES preparation · from Jharkhand
For me, Komal Ma'am is like Jeetu Bhaiya from Kota Factory — calm, clear, practical, and genuinely invested in students' progress. Unka concept clarity dene ka tareeka aur jo constant support woh provide karti hain, usse confidence automatically build hota hai. EcoNiti ki jo cheez mujhe sabse zyada pasand aayi woh hai unka content aur approach — they cover all the relevant standard books and provide highlighted references, matlab ek tarah se 'one packet, multiple benefits.' Regular tests conduct hote hain, aur har test ke baad proper feedback milta hai. Doubt-solving bhi bahut supportive hai — basic se lekar advanced level tak, bina judge kiye, chahe kitni baar poochho. Mere liye EcoNiti sirf ek coaching nahi, balki ek properly guided journey hai for an economics student.Read full story
Anshul Lingwal
IES aspirant
Integrated economics program
I joined the IES course (CSE included) at EcoNiti. The portal is amazing and easy to use, and the course content was completely in line with the syllabus and quite comprehensive. All the highlighted material and customised registers for each subject — with their PYQs at the end for practice — are quite helpful. And the best aspect is our teachers cum mentors, who not only supported us academically by delivering such wonderful lectures but also emotionally, in person, whenever we faced any issues. From constant doubt-clearing sessions to motivating us to give our best, they are always present for us.Read full story
Tanishi Kansal
IES and UPSC aspirant
IES course (CSE included)
My experience with EcoNiti was great. Time and again the guidance from Komal ma'am helped me boost my preparation. The conceptual clarity I gained from her teaching helped me develop a command on the subject, which gave me a lot of confidence and helped me qualify for UGC-NET JRF (Economics) in my first attempt — despite coming from a non-pure Economics UG degree. Over time I developed the confidence that be it an academic doubt or a life challenge, ma'am would help and support me till I reached my goal.Read full story
Jeva Arora
IES aspirant
Qualified UGC-NET JRF — first attempt
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Join the current batch
The batch has started. You can still join.
Admissions are open. You will receive the earlier recordings and a catch-up plan so you can join the live classes. Talk to us if you would like help planning your start.
The course fee is ₹58,000, inclusive of GST. If cost is holding you back, apply for fee support. You can also read our refund policy and terms.
₹58,000 · Inclusive of GST
IES + RBI Grade B DEPR Integrated Course
Monday to Friday, 7-9 PM IST · recordings until the target exam
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FAQs
Before you enrol.
Why are IES and RBI DEPR bundled together?
Students often prepare for both, and much of the economics syllabus overlaps. The shared subjects are taught once, followed by separate IES descriptive practice and RBI objective and descriptive practice.
Does the course include RBI objective practice?
Yes. Along with regular coursework practice and tests, the fee includes the RBI DEPR Phase I objective Economics MCQ test series on Xaptiq. This is for the DEPR stream, not RBI Grade B General. RBI DEPR English teaching and evaluation are not included.
Does the course cover IES Indian Economics?
Yes. Indian Economics is treated as a core IES requirement and is linked with RBI-relevant policy and current economy preparation.
When did the current batch start and when are classes held?
The current batch started on 10 July 2026 for the 2027 attempt. Live classes are held Monday to Friday from 7-9 PM IST.
Can I join after the batch has started?
Yes. You receive the earlier recordings and a catch-up plan so you can join the live batch at a sensible point.
Who teaches and evaluates the course?
Dr. Komal Sahai teaches the classes, evaluates submitted work and gives personalised feedback.
How long can I access the lecture recordings?
Lecture recordings remain available until the target exam for your batch.
Are IES General Studies and General English included?
No. The ₹58,000 integrated course covers the economics papers for IES and RBI DEPR. General Studies and General English are covered in the separate IES Answer Writing Programme.
What is included in the course fee?
The fee includes live classes, recordings until the target exam, course material, PYQ discussions, regular MCQs, subject-wise and full-syllabus tests, RBI DEPR Phase I practice, evaluation, mentorship and complimentary Xaptiq access. It is inclusive of GST.
What language are the classes taught in?
Classes are mainly in English, with some Hindi used in explanations. Watch a sample lecture to see whether the teaching style suits you.
How many students are usually in a batch?
Batches usually have around 20 students or fewer. This allows time for questions, individual feedback and personal guidance. Ask us about the current batch when you enquire.
Can I speak directly with Dr. Komal about doubts?
Yes. Students can contact Dr. Komal directly on WhatsApp or by phone for course doubts and preparation guidance. She also teaches the classes and evaluates submitted work.
What if I cannot afford the full fee?
Please apply to the Scholars Programme. Reserved-category and low-income students can apply for a reduced fee, with additional support considered case by case. We will confirm the support available after reviewing your application.