Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 27.06.2025 03:24
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.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
It is almost impossible.
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
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In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
And..
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
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If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
Dropped them
I was constantly staring into the ground
Searched for my roll number.
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Cleared multiple of them
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
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And entered the park.
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).
I looked around me
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Your credentials do not matter!
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
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“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).”
“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.
Why does my private parts itch so much during certain periods?
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.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
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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.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
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2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
Worked for a marketing agency
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
I was alone in Delhi back then
Found an empty bench..
“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.”
And, I had not made it.
Anyway!
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
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I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
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.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
I did not go back to my home.
Keep your ego aside.
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I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
All the best!
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
The batch sizes were huge!
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
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…
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
All achievers in their own way.
I vividly remember that evening.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.