Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 28.06.2025 11:16
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
Worked for a marketing agency
Scientists delve into Hells Canyon cave to solve mystery of America's deepest gorge - Live Science
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
I was constantly staring into the ground
Have you ever witnessed a remote beach show where hundreds of turtles crawling to the water?
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).
All the best!
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Cleared multiple of them
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
Keep your ego aside.
Meloni’s coalition taunts left from the beach as low voter turnout scuppers referendum - politico.eu
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
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.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
What is the rudest/meanest thing a family member has said to you?
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
Anyway!
Minima tempora consequatur voluptas sequi aspernatur corporis.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
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?”
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
6 Things to Do Before 9 A.M. to Reduce Your Stroke Risk, According to Experts - EatingWell
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
All achievers in their own way.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
Why are perceived or real slights interpreted as rejections and reality by pwBPD?
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
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.
Is Beauty of Joseon Sunscreen good for oily skin?
.
Searched for my roll number.
And entered the park.
The World's Largest Organism Is Slowly Being Eaten - ScienceAlert
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
I looked around me
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
And, I had not made it.
But, then it hit me hard.
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.
The batch sizes were huge!
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I did not go back to my home.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
“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.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
It is almost impossible.
I was alone in Delhi back then
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
“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.”
“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).”
Found an empty bench..
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
Your credentials do not matter!
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
Dropped them
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…
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
I vividly remember that evening.
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
And..
This exam has its own way of humbling you.