Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 27.06.2025 11:39
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And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
Keep your ego aside.
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
Your credentials do not matter!
Which Ayurvedic ritual, dry brushing, oil pulling, or facial massage, do you want to try first?
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
“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).”
Worked for a marketing agency
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I did not go back to my home.
“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.”
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…
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
Dropped them
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If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
Anyway!
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
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I was alone in Delhi back then
All the best!
But, then it hit me hard.
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And entered the park.
And, I had not made it.
Cleared multiple of them
What does it mean when you dream that your mother died?
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
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After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
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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.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
What does it mean when we dream about demons, ghosts, monsters, etc.?
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
Nemo cumque quis qui velit unde nihil.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
I looked around me
It lasted approximately 10 months.
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.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I was constantly staring into the ground
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
I vividly remember that evening.
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.”
All achievers in their own way.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
And..
Found an empty bench..
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
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).
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
Searched for my roll number.
The batch sizes were huge!
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
It is almost impossible.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.