Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 01.07.2025 17:46
It lasted approximately 10 months.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
I looked around me
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
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If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
“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.”
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.
I was alone in Delhi back then
“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 remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
Why does my sister want to have sex with me? What should I do?
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
It is almost impossible.
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.
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 lacked a mentor when I needed one.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
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…
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All the best!
Anyway!
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
Why is dating so frustrating and difficult for a guy?
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Did Harry and Meghan really get what they wanted?
Cleared multiple of them
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
And, I had not made it.
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Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
But, then it hit me hard.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
How is Sola Scriptura incoherent?
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
And..
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).
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
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Found an empty bench..
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Worked for a marketing agency
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
Your credentials do not matter!
The batch sizes were huge!
And entered the park.
All achievers in their own way.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
Searched for my roll number.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
Dropped them
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
Keep your ego aside.
I was constantly staring into the ground
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
“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.”
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
I vividly remember that evening.
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This exam has its own way of humbling you.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
I did not go back to my home.