Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 29.06.2025 01:00
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
The batch sizes were huge!
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
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Keep your ego aside.
I was alone in Delhi back then
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
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Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
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Your credentials do not matter!
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
Searched for my roll number.
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I looked around me
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
“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).”
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
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Cleared multiple of them
“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 parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
Worked for a marketing agency
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
I was constantly staring into the ground
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.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
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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…
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
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This exam has its own way of humbling you.
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A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
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Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
All the best!
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
It is almost impossible.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
And..
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
Anyway!
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
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It lasted approximately 10 months.
“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.”
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
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.
Dropped them
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
And, I had not made it.
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).
Found an empty bench..
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
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And entered the park.
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
I vividly remember that evening.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
But, then it hit me hard.
I did not go back to my home.
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.