Why upsc is considered the toughest exam in the whole world?

Immediately after this conversation, I left the institute.

I vividly remember that evening.

There is no mathematical formula where you know that if the inputs are controlled, you can achieve X outcome.

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I did not go back to my home.

Cut to 2-3 months post prelims. Results were declared.

I write answers on Quora that help UPSC and other government exam aspirants.

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I was alone in Delhi back then

But, then it hit me hard.

All the best!

Et maxime modi eaque sint iure.

The batch sizes were huge!

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.

I remember the very next day my coaching institute professor telling me -

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Thousands of students swarming in Old Rajendra Nagar.

This is the very reason you will hear IIT, IIM, AIIMS graduates failing to clear the UPSC.

This exam has its own way of humbling you.

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So, hopefully, my answers help aspirants who need help.

2016 I graduated from college. The same year I began preparing for the UPSC.

It was summertime in Delhi. I was allotted a far-off centre in Najafgarh.

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And, now working as a digital marketing freelancer for international clients.

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“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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“Suryansh, let me tell you something. Do you feel the best of the best students from all over India prepare for this examination?”

It is almost impossible.

I said, “Yes! I believe so.”

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And crushed myself and ‘my expectations’ on it.

After checking the PDF, I chained my cycle to a lamp post ..

All achievers in their own way.

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The struggle was real. The teacher would non stop go through his lecture, and explain the concepts/ theory/ ideas etc.

Cleared multiple of them

I looked around me

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If one says, they can help you crack the exam with X AIR, it is difficult to do so.

It lasted approximately 10 months.

I was constantly staring into the ground

Worked for a marketing agency

Relatively in a better position after my exam failures, but a void still exists!

Nevertheless, I hustled my way through the coaching program.

And, I had not made it.

Found an empty bench..

A gazillion thoughts running through my mind.

Also, simultaneously prepared for other exams

“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).”

2017 June - I appeared for the first time for the UPSC Prelims (after a year-long preparation)

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 joined two coaching institutes - One for mains preparation and one for my optional subject.

I had heard rumours going around that the results had been declared.

Dropped them

I prepared for the next 3 years (2016 to 2019)

I was cycling from one of my coaching institutes back to my PG.

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 have more than 20+ years of teaching experience.”

I was determined to clear the exam and then go back home.

Do drop in a message, would be happy to talk.

Searched for my roll number.

I parked my cycle near one of the parks en route to my PG.

And, so I began preparing for the exam with high hopes and determination.

If we haven’t met, my name is Suryansh Sodhani.

I lacked a mentor when I needed one.

This exam has an element of probability that no one can predict.

Appeared for the exam and instantly knew I would not be making it this time!

Anyway!

A sense of grief and toil had taken over me.

And, after all, it was a matter of great pride and respect.

In my head, it was a do-or-die situation for me.

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I hurriedly opened the holy PDF.

I did not move for the next 30 minutes..

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.

And..

“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.”

Your credentials do not matter!

And entered the park.

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…

In case you are wondering, how did my story end?