Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 26.06.2025 01:01
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
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I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
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The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
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I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
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Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
I looked around me
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
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Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
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So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
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I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
All the best!
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
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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.”
But, then it hit me hard.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
The batch sizes were huge!
Searched for my roll number.
Keep your ego aside.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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All achievers in their own way.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
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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If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
Found an empty bench..
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And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
Dropped them
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
“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 had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
I was constantly staring into the ground
And, I had not made it.
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
“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 did not move for the next 30 minutes..
Your credentials do not matter!
It lasted approximately 10 months.
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 was alone in Delhi back then
It is almost impossible.
Anyway!
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
And entered the park.
Cleared multiple of them
I vividly remember that evening.
I did not go back to my home.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
And..
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
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And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
“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).”
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.