{"id":362762,"date":"2026-05-13T13:13:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T07:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=362762"},"modified":"2026-05-13T15:37:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:07:01","slug":"awfg2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/awfg2026\/","title":{"rendered":"AWFG 2026 \u2013 Announcing the AWFG for Mains 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"content-box-yellow\">\n<strong>Important Dates:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Entrance Test for AWFG 2026: 29th May 2026 at 9 AM<\/p>\n<p>Result declaration of AWFG 2026: 1st June 2026 at 8 PM<\/p>\n<p>Program Starts: 5th June 2026.\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box-green\">\n<strong>Important Links:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>AWFG Telegram Channel<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/forumias_awfg_official\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Link<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0 ( Please join to receive regular updates on the program )<\/span><\/p>\n<p>AWFG 2026 Copies <strong>Uploading Instructions<\/strong>:-<a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AWFG-instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CLICK HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>AWFG 2026 Regular Tests instructions <a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/awfg-2026-regular-tests-instructions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Generic QCA &lt;&lt;will be updated soon&gt;&gt;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Test Plan: <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vQ-sNYTm_xf1_CqLrbiFjMw_rnUKkLJ26t4f92myIplZbq3Vk3wCZdFWYHpDc-WDD8dWSy0XPM6lDvr\/pubhtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Dear Friends,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">We are excited to announce that ForumIAS will be going ahead with the\u00a0<strong>Answer Writing Focus Group \u2013 AWFG 2026<\/strong> for Mains 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">AWFG has played a key role in the success stories of hundreds of aspirants, helping many not only crack the Mains in their first attempt but also improve their ranks in subsequent attempts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">While our <strong>Mains Guidance Program (MGP)<\/strong> continues to be a flagship offering\u2014delivering self study mentor-guided, test series-based preparation program for Civil Services Mains preparation \u2014 the <strong>AWFG holds a distinct and critical value<\/strong> for aspirants preparing seriously for Mains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">First, while the MGP simulates the actual exam environment with 3-hour tests, <strong>AWFG ensures exhaustive syllabus coverage<\/strong> through regular answer writing practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Second, MGP offers detailed evaluation and feedback, whereas <strong>AWFG provides quick, graded feedback<\/strong> to maintain momentum and foster a competitive atmosphere\u2014often the push needed to stay consistent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Many students start MGP for Mains 2026 around this time. The year-long MGP offers comprehensive support across the syllabus, but <strong>post-Prelims MGP cohorts often lean towards high-yield and dynamic topics<\/strong>. In contrast, <strong>AWFG is structured to strengthen your command over static portions<\/strong>\u2014the core of the GS papers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">In addition, <strong>AWFG\u2019s thrice-a-week answer writing schedule<\/strong> builds discipline and consistency, which are key to cracking the Mains exam with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>How can I join the AWFG?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Enrolment into the AWFG , like the SFG will have to be earned by you!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">So admissions to the group will be through a merit principle based on an open test for all \u2013 including selected candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">The\u00a0<strong>AWFG Entrance Test will be held on 29th May 2026 at 9 AM<\/strong> and the answer sheet will have to be submitted in the offline mode after 1 hour (immediately after the test), and in the online mode by 4 PM of the same day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>Will the Program be available both online and offline?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Like the preceding years, the AWFG will be available in both online and offline mode.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>Will our copies be evaluated?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Copies will not be evaluated like MGP but will be graded. So you will receive a composite score out of 10 in each paper.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>How do I register for the Entrance Test?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">You can register for the entrance Test by visiting the link below<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academy.forumias.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/academy.forumias.com\/events\/<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">The registration fee for the program is Rs. 826 inclusive of 18% GST and is non-refundable and non-adjustable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>What will I get?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">You will get a total of approximately 25 Test Papers covering GS paper 1, 2, 3 and 4 \u2013 with high quality, crisp answers, gradation, and rank list of all students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Mentorship support for AWFG is not there unless you are also a part of MGP.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>What will be the fees?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">The fees for the program will be:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Non-MGP 2026 Students: Rs. 6300+ GST<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">MGP 2026 Students: Rs 4100+ GST<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>What is the Test Plan?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Test Plan:\u00a0<strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">For further updates, you can keep checking this page.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>How to write the Entrance Test? \u2013 both Online &amp; Offline<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Students will be able to access the Entrance Test online by visiting the course \u2013 \u201cAWFG Entrance Test \u2013 Mains 2026\u201d under \u201cMy Courses\u201d tab on <a class=\"vglnk\" href=\"http:\/\/academy.forumias.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">academy.forumias.com<\/a> at <strong>9 AM on Friday, 29th May, 2026<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">They will be able to see the Question Paper &amp; QCA Booklet. It is recommended but not mandatory to write the Tests in QCA Booklet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">In case candidates send the answers in an A4 Sheet they must contain the details below :<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Name<br \/>\nForumIAS Roll No.<br \/>\n<\/span>Test Code:<br \/>\nTest Medium:<br \/>\nTest Date:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>Note:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">1. Candidates can write and submit the Test by walking into ANY one of our TEN centers across India (Details\/location given in the link below).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">2. The Timings for the Entrance test shall be <strong>9 AM on 29th May<\/strong>. Students are expected to reach their respective centers at least 30mins before the test.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">3. Alternatively, candidates can submit the copies online on the Academy portal by 11 AM.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">4. To get regular information, please keep following the AWFG Telegram channel: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/forumias_awfg_official\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/t.me\/forumias_awfg_official<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>How we will proceed after that?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Results of Entrance Test-1 will be declared by 8 PM on 1st June 2026. Based on the performance of the Entrance Test, students will be required to pay the course fees. An intimation for the same will be provided along with the declaration of the result.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\"><strong>Important Links regarding AWFG 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Registration Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/academy.forumias.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/academy.forumias.com\/events\/<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Test Plan:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vQ-sNYTm_xf1_CqLrbiFjMw_rnUKkLJ26t4f92myIplZbq3Vk3wCZdFWYHpDc-WDD8dWSy0XPM6lDvr\/pubhtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click Here<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Test Centers:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/centers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/centers\/<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;\">Official Telegram Channel: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/awfg2026forumias\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/t.me\/awfg2026forumias<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Important Dates: Entrance Test for AWFG 2026: 29th May 2026 at 9 AM Result declaration of AWFG 2026: 1st June 2026 at 8 PM Program Starts: 5th June 2026. Important Links: AWFG Telegram Channel \u2013\u00a0 Link\u00a0 ( Please join to receive regular updates on the program ) AWFG 2026 Copies Uploading Instructions:-CLICK HERE AWFG 2026&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/awfg2026\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">AWFG 2026 \u2013 Announcing the AWFG for Mains 2026<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10337,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[23,33,27,11321,11323],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-362762","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-academy","category-featured","category-featured-editorials","category-new-course","category-notification","entry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","views":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/362762","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"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=362762"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/362762\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=362762"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=362762"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=362762"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}