Content Specialist UPSC

Unacademy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Unacademy in Bengaluru is seeking a Subject Matter Expert – UPSC to join our content team and craft high-quality study material for aspirants. You’ll transform complex UPSC topics into exam-ready notes and ensure alignment with the syllabus and current exam trends.

The role requires strong research, writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a keen eye for detail. A UPSC mains appearance is preferred, but exceptional writing talent may substitute.

Qualifications

• UPSC expertise and domain knowledge.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Excellent command of written English for exam-focused content.
• Ability to craft structured, exam-oriented notes.

Responsibilities

• Create UPSC-focused study material and notes.
• Ensure accuracy and alignment with UPSC syllabus and trends.
• Simplify complex topics into clear, exam-friendly content.
• Analyze UPSC trends to cover essential concepts.
• Collaborate with Content and Product teams to maintain editorial standards.
• Deliver content with high attention to detail and engagement.

Skills

UPSC knowledge

Editing

Storytelling

Research

Writing

Job description

Are you a UPSC aspirant who understands the exam beyond textbooks and can turn complex concepts into clear, engaging, exam-ready content?

We’re looking for a Subject Matter Expert – UPSC to join our content team and help create high-quality study material for UPSC aspirants.

What You’ll Do

• Research, create, and review UPSC-focused study material and notes.
• Ensure content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with the UPSC syllabus and latest exam trends.
• Simplify complex topics into clear, structured, and exam-oriented content.
• Analyse UPSC trends and ensure important concepts are covered.
• Work closely with Content and Product teams to maintain high editorial standards.
• Must have appeared for UPSC Mains at least once.
• Strong understanding of Polity, History, Economy, and Ethics.
• Excellent research, writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to create content that is both accurate and engaging.

Note: The UPSC Mains requirement may be relaxed for candidates with exceptionally strong storytelling, writing, or creative content skills.

Good to Have

• Experience in content writing/editing for UPSC or competitive exams.
• Ability to analyse PYQs and convert insights into high-quality study material.
• Experience creating educational content in a fast-paced environment.

Selection Assignment

As part of the selection process, you'll be asked to create sample notes on any two UPSC-relevant topics in a creative storytelling format.

The content should cover important UPSC points while maintaining a smooth and engaging flow.