Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 27.06.2025 23:59
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
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 hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
“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.”
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
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After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
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“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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I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
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Keep your ego aside.
Your credentials do not matter!
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
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There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
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Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
I was constantly staring into the ground
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
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Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
I was alone in Delhi back then
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
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It lasted approximately 10 months.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
“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).”
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It is almost impossible.
And, I had not made it.
Dropped them
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I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
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And..
Cleared multiple of them
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
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It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
I looked around me
Worked for a marketing agency
All the best!
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
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.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
Found an empty bench..
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
And entered the park.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
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…
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.
Searched for my roll number.
Anyway!
The batch sizes were huge!
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
All achievers in their own way.
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.
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
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.
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
I vividly remember that evening.
I did not go back to my home.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
“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.”
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
But, then it hit me hard.