{"id":349016,"date":"2025-10-31T14:56:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-31T09:26:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?page_id=349016"},"modified":"2025-11-05T13:14:08","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T07:44:08","slug":"frcfaq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/frcfaq\/","title":{"rendered":"FRC FAQs Page"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Students,<\/p>\n<p>Upcoming batch of FRC <strong>SFG FRC 2026<\/strong> is going to commence from 10th December 2025. It will focus on UPSC Prelims 2026. The Program will start with an Orientation on 10th December 2025 at 7 PM.<\/p>\n<p>For any further assistance, you may write to us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:frc.ops@flaviant.com\">frc.ops@flaviant.com<\/a> or join our Doubt Clearing Session held Monday to Friday at 3 PM.<br \/>\nSession link:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/go.forumias.com\/frc-doubt-session\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/go.forumias.com\/frc-doubt-session<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingtwob\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsetwob\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsetwob\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Overview of SFG FRC 2026:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsetwob\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingtwob\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\">SFG Residential (Prelims ) is a rigorous 23 weeks+ program aimed at\u00a0<del>clearing prelims<\/del>\u00a0clearing prelims with a Forest cut off for people who have done everything and are at their wit\u2019s end as to why despite good past academic record, they are stuck at this stage. SFG(R) is conducted in an integrated residential campus with classes, hostel, mess in a single campus with a like minded crowd that saves time, aids productivity, simulates and spreads the competition that some people feel 1 week before the exam to over a 23 week period.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingthreeb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsethreeb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsethreeb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>What is the Process to join SFG FRC 2026:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsethreeb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingthreeb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"248\">\n<p data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"248\"><strong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"152\">Register<\/strong> for the Entrance Test at <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/academy.forumias.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"245\">academy.forumias.com\/events<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"331\">\n<p data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"331\"><strong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"263\">Receive<\/strong> your Question-cum-Answer (QCA) booklet via email within 72 hours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"426\">\n<p data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"426\"><strong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"355\">Write and submit<\/strong> your answers by sending the scanned QCA to <strong data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"423\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"421\">frc.ops@flaviant.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"469\">\n<p data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"469\"><strong data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"444\">Evaluation<\/strong> takes around 3\u20134 days.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"587\">\n<p data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"587\">Based on evaluation, you\u2019ll be informed about your <strong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"543\">FRC candidature<\/strong> or connected with an <strong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"584\">Academic Mentor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"670\">\n<p data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"670\">Some candidates may receive the final update after the <strong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"667\">mentor discussion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"755\">\n<p data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"755\">Once you receive the <strong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"718\">FRC acceptance mail<\/strong>, proceed with the <strong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"752\">fee payment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingfourb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsefourb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsefourb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>What is Group distribution process in FRC Entrance Test?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsefourb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingfourb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"373\">Students appearing for the FRC Entrance Test are allocated to one of the three groups \u2014 Group 1, Group 2, or Group 3 \u2014 based on their academic background and level of preparation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"625\"><strong>Group 1<\/strong> is allotted to students with a strong academic foundation who have appeared in multiple UPSC attempts and, in most cases, have already qualified Prelims. These students generally join FRC for its environment and peer learning opportunities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"794\"><strong>Group 2<\/strong> includes students with an average academic background who possess good conceptual knowledge and may have appeared in UPSC Prelims but have not yet qualified.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1061\"><strong>Group 3<\/strong> is assigned to students who may not have a strong academic base, have primarily relied on self-study, and have not been part of any classroom or test series programs. These students are expected to put in additional effort to strengthen their preparation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1227\">In some cases, students who are completely new to UPSC preparation and have not attempted the exam even once may be advised not to join the program at this stage.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingfiveb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsefiveb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsefiveb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>What If I Provide False Information in the Entrance Test?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsefiveb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingfiveb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p>Students are strongly encouraged to appear for the entrance test with honesty, reflecting their true level of preparation and providing accurate academic details. Misrepresenting facts or using unfair means during the test is not only unethical, but it can also harm the student\u2019s own prospects in the long run.<\/p>\n<p>Mentors and faculty members are experienced in identifying a student&#8217;s actual capability during the initial phase of the program. If a student has misrepresented their background or performance, they may find it extremely difficult to cope with the rigor of the program or the highly competitive environment of UPSC preparation. In some cases, this has led to students leaving the program midway due to mismatch in expectations and pressure.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also important to note that once the program begins, <strong>No Refund<\/strong> is applicable. Hence, we advise students to be sincere and transparent from the start to make the most of the opportunity provided.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingsixb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsesixb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsesixb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Program fee \/ Schedule of Charges for SFG FRC 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsesixb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingsixb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Schedule-of-Charges-SFG-FRC-2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a> to get the list of complete Schedule of Charges for SFG FRC 2026 Program.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingsevenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsesevenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsesevenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Batch Size &amp; Hostel Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsesevenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingsevenb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p>The planned intake for SFG FRC 2026 includes approximately 300 students across all groups.<\/p>\n<p>Separate hostel facilities are provided for male and female students. Entry and exit points for both hostels are entirely distinct to maintain privacy and security. Security guards are available 24&#215;7 on the gate of male and female students both.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingeightb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseeightb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseeightb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Faculty &amp; Mentors<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapseeightb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingeightb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p>The faculty &amp; Mentors for SFG FRC 2026 is the same as that of the ForumIAS Delhi center. The Tapasya Campus is located approximately 2.5 hours from Delhi, and some faculty members commute daily from Delhi or Gurugram to conduct classes.<\/p>\n<p>Tapasya Campus houses both academic and non-academic staff, with dedicated rooms for Faculty, Mentors and other administrative personnel. This ensures timely support and coordination throughout the program.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingnineb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsenineb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsenineb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Room Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsenineb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingnineb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p>All rooms at Tapasya Campus are designed for single occupancy. Each room is equipped with proper ventilation (windows), a table, chair, almirah, bed, and adequate lighting. Photos of the room and campus have been attached for reference.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingtenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsetenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsetenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Program academic Structure<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsetenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingtenb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">Students can expect to dedicate approximately 8 hours daily as an academic involvement into program. This includes 4\u20136 hours of classes, around 1 hour of class-based assignments, and mentorship sessions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingelevenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseelevenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseelevenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Mains and Optional Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapseelevenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingelevenb\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">Students are advised to complete their Mains and Optional preparation before shifting to Tapasya Campus. The SFG FRC 2026 program is focused exclusively on <strong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"217\">Prelims preparation<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"254\">no Mains-related assistance<\/strong> will be provided.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingtwelveb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsetwelveb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsetwelveb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Class &amp; Test Timing<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsetwelveb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingtwelve\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"253\">While the official schedule is yet to be announced, students can tentatively expect classes to be conducted either from <strong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"171\">10:00 AM to 1:00 PM<\/strong> in the first half of the day or from <strong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"231\">3:00 PM to 6:00 PM<\/strong> in the second half.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"352\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">A <strong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"293\">test based on the class syllabus<\/strong> will be held the <strong data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"351\">next morning from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingthirteenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsethirteenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsethirteenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Short Outings &amp; Vehicle Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsethirteenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingthirteen\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">Students are allowed to visit nearby markets for essentials. They are required to inform the Tapasya Campus Administrative Team in advance before leaving the premises.Students may go home for festivals or special occasions such as Holi. A prior written request must be submitted to the Tapasya Campus Administrative Team for approval.<\/p>\n<p>Students are generally discouraged from bringing personal vehicles, as there is no provision for regular parking within the campus. However, during hostel shifting, students may arrive in their own vehicle after informing the Admin Team in advance. In case of medical emergencies or urgent requirements, the institute has its own vehicles for student use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingfourteenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsefourteenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsefourteenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Study Material<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsefourteenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingfourteen\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">ForumIAS will provide the complete study material set, including the Toolkit set. Students are permitted to bring additional reference materials or standard books of their own if they wish.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingfifteenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsefifteenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsefifteenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Campus Location and Facilities availability in Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsefifteenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingfifteen\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p>The full address and geolocation coordinates of Tapasya Campus and what students will be provided in Hostel from our side and what they need to arrange themselves details can be found by <a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SFG-FRC-2026-Checklist.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Washroom Facilities &amp; Hygiene Standards<br \/>\n<\/strong>Each floor of the hostel is equipped with well-placed washrooms near the entry and exit points, ensuring convenient access for all residents.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"528\">To maintain a clean and hygienic environment, the housekeeping staff cleans the washrooms multiple times a day. High standards of cleanliness are consistently maintained in both the washrooms and all shared areas of the campus.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"689\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Please note: While the campus team ensures upkeep of common areas, students are expected to take responsibility for maintaining cleanliness in their own rooms.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headingsixteenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsesixteenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsesixteenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Campus Photo &amp; Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapsesixteenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingsixteen\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<p>Mains Entrance Gate <a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Main-Gate-Entrance.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Lobby from Entrance to Hostel <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lobby-from-Entrance-to-Hostel.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Classroom\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Classroom.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Classroom from back side\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Classroom-from-back-side.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Library Entrance\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Library-Entrance.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Library inside <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Library.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Room Inside <a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Room-inside.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Room Inside Video\u00a0 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Room-Inside-Video.mp4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"accordion\">\n<div id=\"headinseventeenb\" class=\"collapsed ahead\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseseventeenb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseseventeenb\">\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"313\"><strong>Still have any query?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapseseventeenb\" class=\"collapse abody\" aria-labelledby=\"headingseventeen\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">Connect with us via email at <a href=\"mailto:frc.ops@flaviant.com\">frc.ops@flaviant.com<\/a> or join our Doubt Clearing Session held Monday to Friday at 3 PM.<br \/>\nSession link:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/go.forumias.com\/frc-doubt-session\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/go.forumias.com\/frc-doubt-session<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Students, Upcoming batch of FRC SFG FRC 2026 is going to commence from 10th December 2025. It will focus on UPSC Prelims 2026. The Program will start with an Orientation on 10th December 2025 at 7 PM. For any further assistance, you may write to us at\u00a0frc.ops@flaviant.com or join our Doubt Clearing Session held&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/frcfaq\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">FRC FAQs Page<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10337,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-349016","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","entry"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/349016","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10337"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=349016"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/349016\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=349016"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}