Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 02.07.2025 00:04
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
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Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
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.”
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Searched for my roll number.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
And entered the park.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
I was constantly staring into the ground
I looked around me
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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..
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
What are some ballbusting stories?
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
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.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
And, I had not made it.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
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.
Worked for a marketing agency
Anyway!
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
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.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
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If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
All the best!
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
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)
All achievers in their own way.
I vividly remember that evening.
I did not go back to my home.
The batch sizes were huge!
Cleared multiple of them
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
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But, then it hit me hard.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
I was alone in Delhi back then
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
Keep your ego aside.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
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.
Dropped them
“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).
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
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.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
Your credentials do not matter!
It is almost impossible.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”