Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 03.07.2025 01:05
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
“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.”
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
I was alone in Delhi back then
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After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
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I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
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In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
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.
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Cleared multiple of them
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
But, then it hit me hard.
How can I get a girlfriend? I am 26.
It is almost impossible.
I did not go back to my home.
The batch sizes were huge!
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I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
I was constantly staring into the ground
Anyway!
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And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
And, I had not made it.
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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.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
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Searched for my roll number.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
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…
Your credentials do not matter!
Keep your ego aside.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
“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.”
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
All the best!
And..
I vividly remember that evening.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
Found an empty bench..
.
.
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).
It lasted approximately 10 months.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Worked for a marketing agency
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
I looked around me
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
And entered the park.
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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.
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Dropped them
“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).”