Top 10 Toughest Exams in India & the World

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6 June, 2025

UPSC Civil Services Exam – India

This exam is known for its vast syllabus and multi-stage process, cracking UPSC is a dream for many.

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IIT-JEE – India

This exam is one of the most challenging engineering entrance exams in the world with fierce competition

 CA (Chartered Accountancy) – India

With low pass percentages and rigorous multi-level testing, CA is among the toughest finance-related exams

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NEET-UG – India

 It is held for entry to India's top medical colleges, NEET sees lakhs of aspirants each year fighting for limited seats.

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GATE – India
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is known for its complex technical questions.

 Gaokao – China

China's national college entrance exam, known for its extreme difficulty and pressure on students.

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CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) – Global

 Globally recognized finance exam with three levels and an extremely low pass rate.

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 USMLE – USA

The United States Medical Licensing Examination is critical and tough for becoming a doctor in the U.S.

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Mensa IQ Test – Global

A high-IQ society entrance exam that tests logical and analytical brilliance.

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C.A.T. – India

Gateway to India's top B-schools, the CAT tests logical reasoning, verbal ability, and quantitative skills.

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