easyupsc

AI-Driven Question Bank for Competitive Exams

Proposal

1. Introduction

In India, over 10 million students annually prepare for competitive exams like UPSC, PSC, SSC, and Banking, yet many lack access to affordable, personalized practice resources. Expensive coaching, often costing ₹50,000-₹1,50,000 per year, remains out of reach for most aspirants, especially in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. We propose an AI-driven question bank platform that delivers tailored daily question sets based on each student’s learning style, exam syllabus, and progress. With a freemium model—10 free questions monthly and unlimited access for just ₹20/month—this platform ensures affordability, accessibility, and cutting-edge AI technology for all competitive exam aspirants.

2. Problem Statement

Students preparing for competitive exams face significant hurdles:

• Lack of personalization: Static question banks fail to adapt to individual strengths, weaknesses, or progress.
• High costs: Coaching fees exclude millions, with 70% of aspirants unable to afford quality guidance.
• Inconsistent resources: Outdated or generic materials mismatch evolving exam patterns, lowering success rates.
  Our AI-powered platform addresses these pain points by offering dynamic, affordable, and personalized practice tailored to each user’s needs.

3. Proposed Solution

Our solution is an AI-driven question bank platform with:

• Personalized Practice: Daily question sets generated by AI, adapting to performance, pace, and target exam.
• Freemium Model: 10 free questions/month, with unlimited access at ₹20/month.
• Accessibility: Low-cost, scalable design for students nationwide, including offline mode for rural users.
  Key Features:
• Adaptive AI questions with progressive difficulty.
• Performance tracking to pinpoint and improve weak areas.
• Instant feedback with detailed explanations.
• Multilingual support (Hindi, Tamil, etc.) for broader reach.

4. Market Feasibility

India’s competitive exam market serves over 10 million aspirants yearly, with growing demand for affordable, tech-driven solutions. Targeting 2 million users in Year 1 (5-10% of aspirants), we project ₹24-48 million in annual revenue at ₹20/month. Competitors like Unacademy and Testbook charge ₹500-₹2,000/month, while our pricing disrupts the market, ensuring mass adoption and conversion from free to paid tiers.

5. Implementation & Scalability

MVP Development:

• Focus: AI-generated questions for UPSC and SSC, freemium model, basic performance tracking.
• Tech Stack: React.js (web), Flutter (mobile), Node.js/Django (backend), GPT-3/BERT (AI), Razorpay (payments).
  Scalability Plan:
• Cloud hosting (AWS/Google Cloud) for auto-scaling.
• Enhanced AI personalization using past exam data.
• Mobile app rollout and regional expansion with multilingual support.
• Partnerships with NGOs and coaching centers for wider reach.

6. Technology/Tools Used

• Cloud: AWS/Google Cloud for scalability.
• Frontend: React.js (web), Flutter (mobile).
• Backend: Node.js/Django for user management.
• AI: GPT-3/BERT for question generation, TensorFlow for personalization.
• Payments: Razorpay for secure transactions.
• Analytics: Google Analytics/Mixpanel for user insights.

7. Revenue Model

• Freemium: 10 free questions/month; unlimited access for ₹20/month.
• In-App Purchases: Premium question sets and mock exams.
• B2B: Bulk subscriptions for coaching centers.
  Primary revenue will stem from subscriptions, with potential ad revenue from the free tier (non-intrusive, education-focused ads).

8. Market Potential

With millions of aspirants and a low-cost, AI-driven approach, our platform stands out in a crowded market. Unlike competitors charging 10-20x more, we offer tailored learning at a fraction of the cost, targeting ₹24-48 million in Year 1 revenue and aiming to empower 10 million students by 2030.

9. Conclusion

This AI-driven question bank redefines exam preparation by delivering personalized, affordable practice with real-time feedback. Its freemium model drives adoption, while scalable infrastructure and AI ensure long-term growth. We aim to democratize success in competitive exams across India and beyond.

10. Next Steps

• Stage 1 (3-6 months): Build MVP with core features and secure seed funding.
• Stage 2 (6-9 months): Launch beta, refine AI with user feedback.
• Stage 3 (9-12 months): Scale infrastructure, enhance personalization.
• Stage 4 (Year 2): Roll out mobile apps, explore regional/global markets.