Lakshya vs Arjuna vs Yakeen – Which PW Batch Should You Choose? (2027)

One of the questions I get asked most often — especially after exam results — is: "Bhaiya, Lakshya loon ya Arjuna? Yakeen kya hai?" Physics Wallah has a lot of batch options and the naming can be confusing if you are looking at the platform for the first time. This guide breaks down the three main batch types — Lakshya, Arjuna, and Yakeen — so you can pick the one that matches your situation. I am writing this as someone who has helped over 50,000 students enroll across all of these batches.

Quick Comparison

Arjuna Batch — For Class 11 Students

The Arjuna batch is designed for students who are entering Class 11 and want to start their JEE or NEET preparation alongside their school curriculum. If you have just finished Class 10 and are beginning your competitive exam journey, this is the batch you should be looking at.

The pace is steady and foundation-focused. The idea is to build strong conceptual clarity in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (for JEE) or Biology (for NEET) from the ground up. You will get live interactive classes, recorded backups, Daily Practice Problems (DPPs) with video solutions, periodic tests, and doubt-solving support.

Who should choose Arjuna: Any student entering Class 11 who wants structured coaching for JEE or NEET. This is your two-year journey starting point. If you are disciplined about attending classes regularly, this batch gives you a solid head start that compounds in Class 12.

Lakshya Batch — For Class 12 Students

Lakshya is PW's flagship batch for Class 12 students. It covers the entire Class 12 syllabus with a dual focus — board exam preparation and competitive entrance exam readiness. The content is structured so that you are simultaneously preparing for your school boards and for JEE or NEET.

The pace here is faster than Arjuna because there is less time and more ground to cover. Lakshya assumes you already have a basic understanding of Class 11 concepts. If you skipped or underperformed in your Class 11 preparation, PW offers supplementary "Khazana" lectures that you can access to fill gaps.

Who should choose Lakshya: Any student currently in or entering Class 12 who is targeting JEE or NEET in the current cycle. If you had Arjuna in Class 11, Lakshya is the natural next step. If you are starting fresh in Class 12 without any prior coaching, Lakshya still works — just be prepared to put in extra hours catching up on Class 11 fundamentals.

Yakeen Batch — For Droppers and Repeaters

Yakeen is PW's batch for students who have completed Class 12 and are taking a gap year (drop year) to re-attempt NEET. For JEE droppers, the equivalent batch is called Prayas. Both serve the same purpose — a complete, intensive revision of the entire Class 11 and 12 syllabus in a compressed timeline.

The pace is significantly faster than both Arjuna and Lakshya. Since dropper students have already studied the syllabus once, Yakeen focuses on rapid concept revision, extensive problem-solving, test series, and performance analytics. The assumption is that you already know the basics — you are here to sharpen, refine, and improve your score.

Who should choose Yakeen/Prayas: Any student who attempted NEET or JEE and wants to reattempt with a dedicated gap year. If you scored below your potential and know exactly where you went wrong, these batches give you the structured environment to correct course. Students with zero prior preparation should consider starting with Lakshya or Arjuna instead — Yakeen assumes prior exposure to the syllabus.

What About Batch Tiers — Infinity and Infinity Pro?

Within each batch type (Arjuna, Lakshya, Yakeen), PW offers different subscription plans:

• Base Plan: Core live classes, recordings, DPPs, and doubt support.
• Infinity: Everything in Base + additional resources like extended test series, extra practice modules, and priority doubt resolution.
• Infinity Pro: Everything in Infinity + personal mentorship, one-on-one sessions, offline test series access, and advanced analytics.

The coupon code 8291TDGZ works across all plan tiers. So whether you are enrolling in Arjuna Base or Lakshya Infinity Pro, the discount applies at checkout.

How Much Can You Save on Each Batch?

The discount from code 8291TDGZ is tiered based on the course price:

• Any order — at least Rs. 150 off
• Orders above Rs. 1,999 — Rs. 200 off
• Orders above Rs. 2,999 — Rs. 300 off
• Orders above Rs. 4,999 — Rs. 500 off
• Premium Infinity Pro batches — up to Rs. 5,000 off

Since most Lakshya, Arjuna, and Yakeen batches are priced above Rs. 4,999, you will typically save Rs. 500 or more. During sale events like the GOAT Sale, the ambassador code stacks on top of the already-discounted price — so you get double savings.

Still Confused? Here Is My Recommendation

If you are not sure which batch is right for you, here is a simple decision framework:

• Just finished Class 10? → Arjuna (2-year head start)
• Entering or in Class 12? → Lakshya (board + competitive together)
• Completed 12th, reattempting NEET? → Yakeen (intensive dropper batch)
• Completed 12th, reattempting JEE? → Prayas (intensive dropper batch for JEE)
• In Class 11 but started late? → Check for a "2.0" or "3.0" version that starts mid-year

You can also message me directly on WhatsApp. I personally guide students on batch selection based on their current preparation level, target exam, and budget. It takes two minutes and I do it for free as part of my ambassador work.