2026-08-20
Checklist before you buy any online coaching
Ten questions to ask before paying for video courses, test series, or live batches — so you avoid unused subscriptions.
Most wasted money in online prep comes from buying too early or buying duplicates. Use this checklist before checkout.
## Ten questions
1. Which exact exam am I targeting in the next 6–12 months?
2. Is my gap concept, practice, or current affairs?
3. Does this product match that gap (video vs mocks vs live)?
4. Can I finish it in the access window?
5. Are solutions or recordings included?
6. Who is the teacher, and is their profile active?
7. Are there recent reviews or enrollments?
8. Do I already own a similar product?
9. What is my weekly study hour budget?
10. What does success look like after 30 days?
## Use hubs to compare faster
- Exam goals → [Exam hubs](/exams) (UPSC, JEE, NEET, Banking, GATE, CA)
- Subject gaps → [Subject hubs](/subjects)
- Local discovery → [Top educators by city](/top)
## After you buy
Open the product while signed in, schedule the first session on your calendar, and follow the teacher for updates. For marketplace basics, see [How to choose an online course](/blog/how-to-choose-online-course).