Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?
Last Updated: 30.06.2025 20:41
I looked around me
In case you are wondering, how did my story end?
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.
Can you share some of your favorite jokes that are not well-known but always make people laugh?
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!
.
Scientists map how alcohol changes bodily sensations - PsyPost
There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.
I lacked a mentor when I needed one.
The batch sizes were huge!
How Fast Are You Aging? Neuroscience Says These 3 Simple Tests Can Tell You - Inc.com
Worked for a marketing agency
Found an empty bench..
Anyway!
Why did Donald T**** post on Truth Social (9-15-2024) that he "hates" entertainer Taylor Swift?
After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..
All the best!
Your credentials do not matter!
What is the sum of X+XX+XXX+XXXX?
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.
And..
2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.
Why are Trump supporters so incredibly stupid?
“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”
“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.”
It lasted approximately 10 months.
What are some ways to help bring out natural curly/wavy hair?
I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.
Searched for my roll number.
“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).”
Boy, 8, dies hours after complaining of headache when infection spread to brain - The US Sun
Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.
This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.
And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.
People with COPD had more carbon in their lungs than smokers in study - The Washington Post
A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.
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.
Keep your ego aside.
Where should Jac Caglianone hit in the Royals order? - Royals Review
Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams
.
I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.
I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -
I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)
If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.
The Nintendo Summer Sale Has Rare Discounts on Mario Switch Games Today - IGN
Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.
This exam has its own way of humbling you.
And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.
Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.
I was alone in Delhi back then
And entered the park.
And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.
If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.
And, I had not made it.
I vividly remember that evening.
I did not go back to my home.
All achievers in their own way.
In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.
Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.
It is almost impossible.
Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.
I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.
Dropped them
2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)
I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.
A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.
“I have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”
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
“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.”
It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.
Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!
But, then it hit me hard.
And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.
I said, “Yes! I believe so.”
So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.
I did not move for the next 30 minutes..
I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.
I was constantly staring into the ground
I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.
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).
The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.
This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.