Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 03.07.2025 04:13
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
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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After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
I vividly remember that evening.
Dropped them
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And entered the park.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
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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 did not move for the next 30 minutes..
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
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I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
Your credentials do not matter!
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
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It is almost impossible.
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This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
I looked around me
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Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
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Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
And..
Keep your ego aside.
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“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.”
I was constantly staring into the ground
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
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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.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
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“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.”
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
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“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).”
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.
But, then it hit me hard.
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I did not go back to my home.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
The batch sizes were huge!
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
Found an empty bench..
Cleared multiple of them
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
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And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
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…
It lasted approximately 10 months.
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
I was alone in Delhi back then
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
And, I had not made it.
Searched for my roll number.
Anyway!
All achievers in their own way.