Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 29.06.2025 01:55
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
And, I had not made it.
I did not go back to my home.
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Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
Found an empty bench..
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.
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In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
Anyway!
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And entered the park.
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
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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Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
I vividly remember that evening.
And..
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I was constantly staring into the ground
Searched for my roll number.
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 have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
It lasted approximately 10 months.
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Dropped them
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
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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…
Cleared multiple of them
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
“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).”
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
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I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
It is almost impossible.
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.
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
All the best!
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
I was alone in Delhi back then
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
All achievers in their own way.
Keep your ego aside.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
Your credentials do not matter!
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
The batch sizes were huge!
I looked around me
“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 parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
But, then it hit me hard.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Worked for a marketing agency
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
“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 was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.