Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 28.06.2025 05:35
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
So, yes, the UPSC is considered the toughest exam in the world because there is a ‘luck’ factor coupled with subjectivity in the exam process.
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
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But, then it hit me hard.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
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I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Cleared multiple of them
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
“I, too, was an aspirant, 20 years back. I have met board toppers, state board toppers, and college toppers with more than 9+ CGPA who prepare for this exam.”
Your credentials do not matter!
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The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
All achievers in their own way.
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You would have to be on your toes. If your mind drifts apart for even a second, you will lose your chain of thoughts and notes.
Searched for my roll number.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
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Dare you, peep in your neighbour's notebook. After all, it is a national-level competitive exam - people tend to be extremely competitive. Tough days…
“All of these students are great from an academic point of view. They have always scored 90%+ during their school days, some have even scored 9.6 CGPA and above during their 10th boards.”
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I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
It lasted approximately 10 months.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
I looked around me
All the best!
Anyway!
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
I was alone in Delhi back then
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
I did not go back to my home.
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A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
And..
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I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
Each class used to be 2.5 hours each. Making it a total of 5 hours of coaching classes daily. The classes used to be 7 days a week.
And entered the park.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
And, I had not made it.
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
“But, it is nearly impossible for one to predict who will make it to the ‘holy list’. Yes! I can say that if an aspirant who has done X, Y, and Z can increase their chances of selection, but it is just not enough. There is always a matter of luck (or, probability).”
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
500 students in each batch. God forbid if you were late to the class - you would have to push your way through the seats. (Old aspirants reading this know which institute I am talking about).
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
The batch sizes were huge!
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I vividly remember that evening.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I was constantly staring into the ground
Dropped them
It is almost impossible.
Keep your ego aside.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
Found an empty bench..