Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 28.06.2025 22:07
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.
Cleared multiple of them
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I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
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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 was constantly staring into the ground
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
And..
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I looked around me
It is almost impossible.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
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And, I had not made it.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Anyway!
Found an empty bench..
Searched for my roll number.
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This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
Dropped them
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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And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
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I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
The batch sizes were huge!
“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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I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
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I did not go back to my home.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
I vividly remember that evening.
“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).”
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
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).
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Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
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…
“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 the best!
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
Keep your ego aside.
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
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“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?”
Worked for a marketing agency
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
And entered the park.
Your credentials do not matter!
But, then it hit me hard.
All achievers in their own way.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
I was alone in Delhi back then
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.