Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 27.06.2025 13:37

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