Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 02.07.2025 03:44
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This exam has its own way of humbling you.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
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Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
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.
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
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A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
I vividly remember that evening.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
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And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
Keep your ego aside.
And, I had not made it.
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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 ..
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
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I looked around me
Cleared multiple of them
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..
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
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I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
Found an empty bench..
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
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I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
All the best!
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
“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).”
But, then it hit me hard.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
Worked for a marketing agency
I was constantly staring into the ground
Dropped them
I did not go back to my home.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
“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.”
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
“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.”
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
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).
I was alone in Delhi back then
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
All achievers in their own way.
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
It is almost impossible.
And entered the park.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
Anyway!
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
The batch sizes were huge!
Your credentials do not matter!
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.
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…