Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 23.06.2025 01:52
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
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Your credentials do not matter!
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
I looked around me
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A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
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I was constantly staring into the ground
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Anyway!
The batch sizes were huge!
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
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I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
All the best!
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
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And..
And, I had not made it.
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.
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I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
Cleared multiple of them
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
“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, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
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.
Found an empty bench..
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
Dropped them
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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 one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
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Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
I was alone in Delhi back then
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And entered the park.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
“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).”
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
“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.”
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
I did not go back to my home.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Keep your ego aside.
It is almost impossible.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
Searched for my roll number.
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
Worked for a marketing agency
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
I vividly remember that evening.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
But, then it hit me hard.
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?”
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…
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
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).