Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 02.07.2025 03:35
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
Can you name an example of bad parenting?
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
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.
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
Texas woman dies from brain-eating amoeba after clearing sinuses with tap water - Dallas News
“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.”
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
Why prices from these cities in Utah and Nebraska won't be included in inflation data - NPR
I vividly remember that evening.
The batch sizes were huge!
I joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.
Worked for a marketing agency
Dropped them
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
5 symptoms of colon cancer that should not be ignored - Times of India
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte Opt for Aquamarine for Trooping the Colour 2025 - Vogue
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 had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
All achievers in their own way.
Elon Musk's robotaxi has a serious problem - TheStreet
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
Your credentials do not matter!
What are the most popular bedroom furniture designs in 2024?
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
What is the reason behind the Russian government's negative view on foreign travel?
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
I did not go back to my home.
All the best!
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
And, I had not made it.
.
S&P Dow Jones Makes No Changes to S&P 500 in Quarterly Rebalance - Bloomberg
Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
I looked around me
It lasted approximately 10 months.
Found an empty bench..
Don't miss the half-lit first quarter moon rise tonight — Here's what to look for - Space
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
Keep your ego aside.
CPI Report Today: Dow Futures Slip; U.S. and China Agree Trade Truce Framework - WSJ
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).
Cleared multiple of them
“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.”
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
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 said, “Yes! I believe so.”
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
But, then it hit me hard.
And entered the park.
.
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
Searched for my roll number.
And..
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
It is almost impossible.
Anyway!
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
I was alone in Delhi back then
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
“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).”
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
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 was constantly staring into the ground
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.