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SPIPA Opens UPSC Mock Test Registration Tomorrow for Gujarat Aspirants

The Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA) will open registration for weekly UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 mock tests starting Friday. The tests are part of its 2025-26 training programme and are open to both previous trainees and external candidates. External candidates or those who withdrew their deposit must pay a Rs 1,000 non-refundable fee to register online. The initiative is designed to provide structured practice for aspirants across Gujarat at SPIPA's various regional centres.

Key Points: SPIPA UPSC 2026 Mock Test Registration Starts Friday

  • Registration begins Friday
  • Open to past trainees & external candidates
  • Rs 1000 fee for external applicants
  • Tests at regional centres across Gujarat
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Gujarat's SPIPA to open registration for UPSC civil services mock tests tomorrow

Gujarat's SPIPA opens registration for weekly UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 mock tests. Learn fees, eligibility, and how to apply online.

"The initiative aims to strengthen UPSC preparation by offering structured practice to aspirants across Gujarat. - SPIPA"

Ahmedabad, Jan 15

The Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration has announced the launch of weekly mock tests for candidates preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026, as part of its 2025-26 training programme.

Registration for the mock tests will begin on Friday.

Candidates, who were previously admitted to SPIPA's training centres in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Surat, Rajkot and Mehsana, and who have not withdrawn their deposit, can register online by presenting their original deposit receipt at the respective centres during office hours.

External candidates, including those who withdrew their deposit earlier or are not currently enrolled in SPIPA's training programme, may also participate by paying a registration fee of Rs 1,000.

The fee must be paid through UPI by scanning the QR code available on the SPIPA website.

After payment, candidates are required to fill out the Google form provided online to complete their registration.

Mock tests may be taken at any of the designated SPIPA regional centres.

The SPIPA has clarified that the registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, and candidates must carry the original fee receipt on the day of the examination.

The registration applies exclusively to the UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 mock tests, and the entire process will be conducted online.

The initiative aims to strengthen UPSC preparation by offering structured practice to aspirants across Gujarat.

The SPIPA was established in 1962 by the Gujarat government as a premier training institution dedicated to enhancing the administrative capabilities of civil servants in the state.

Named after India's first Home Minister, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the institute was created to strengthen good governance, public policy understanding and administrative efficiency.

Over the decades, SPIPA expanded its mandate beyond in-service training to include intensive coaching programmes for competitive examinations such as the UPSC Civil Services, while also developing regional centres across Gujarat.

Today, SPIPA functions as a key institution for capacity building, leadership development and governance-oriented research, playing a crucial role in nurturing both public administrators and aspiring civil servants.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good step, but the non-refundable clause is a bit harsh. What if someone falls ill or has a genuine emergency? A little flexibility would show more empathy towards students who are already under immense pressure. Otherwise, the programme itself sounds very useful for serious preparation.
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Vikram M
SPIPA has a solid reputation. My cousin cleared his interview after their coaching. Making these mocks available across six major cities in Gujarat is brilliant for decentralization. Hope they maintain the quality of the test papers and provide detailed answer explanations. All the best to all 2026 aspirants!
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Rohit P
The online process is smooth, but they should also consider offline payment options at the centres. Not everyone's parents are comfortable with UPI, especially in smaller towns like Mehsana. A small suggestion to make it more accessible.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see how state institutions are stepping up for competitive exam prep. The focus on Sardar Patel's legacy of strong administration is fitting. Wondering if the mock tests will be at the same level as the actual UPSC prelims? That's the key.
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Karthik V
Bahut badhiya! 👏 This is exactly what Gujarat needs. More such institutes across India should follow SPIPA's model. Regular mocks are crucial for time management and identifying weak areas. My younger brother will definitely be registering from Vadodara.

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