Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 30.06.2025 06:28
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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But, then it hit me hard.
“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).”
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
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The batch sizes were huge!
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
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I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
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If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
All achievers in their own way.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
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I was alone in Delhi back then
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Found an empty bench..
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Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
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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).
Cleared multiple of them
Dropped them
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
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And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
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I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
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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.
Your credentials do not matter!
Keep your ego aside.
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And, I had not made it.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
It is almost impossible.
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I was constantly staring into the ground
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
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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I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
I did not go back to my home.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
And..
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Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
Anyway!
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…
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
Searched for my roll number.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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, 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.”
It lasted approximately 10 months.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
I looked around me
“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.”
All the best!
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
I vividly remember that evening.