Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 02.07.2025 04:13
But, then it hit me hard.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
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I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I looked around me
I was constantly staring into the ground
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Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
And, I had not made it.
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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.”
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
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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 had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
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.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
It is almost impossible.
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).
It lasted approximately 10 months.
Your credentials do not matter!
Dropped them
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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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…
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If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
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This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
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So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
I did not go back to my home.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
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Searched for my roll number.
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“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
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 did not move for the next 30 minutes..
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
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And entered the park.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
Found an empty bench..
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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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, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
“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 vividly remember that evening.
And..
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
I was alone in Delhi back then
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
Anyway!
Keep your ego aside.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
Cleared multiple of them
The batch sizes were huge!
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
All the best!
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
All achievers in their own way.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”