10 toughest exams in India — featuring UGC NET, NEET, UPSC and more

Jun 24, 2024

By: Kunal Kambli

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Which are the most challenging exams in India?

India is renowned for having some of the most rigorous exams in the world. But which of them stand out as the most challenging of all? Swipe to find out!

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IIT-JEE (Joint Entrance Examination)

The IIT-JEE, aimed at securing admission to premier engineering colleges, is taken by around 6 lakh candidates. It has a selection rate of just 25-30%!

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CA (Chartered Accountant)

The CA exam, which certifies candidates as chartered accountants, is taken by approximately 93,000 individuals, with a selection rate of 25%.

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GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)

The GATE exam, designed to assess knowledge in Engineering and Science and for recruitment in companies like GAIL, attracts about 7 lakh candidates and has a selection rate of 17%.

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NID (National Institute of Design Entrance)

The NID Entrance Exam, for admission into undergraduate and postgraduate design programs, sees around 15,000 candidates, with a selection rate of 14%.

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UGC NET (UGC National Eligibility Test)

UGC NET, which determines eligibility for assistant professor roles and junior research fellowships in Indian universities, is taken by about 5 lakh candidates and has a selection rate of approximately 9%.

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NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)

NEET, meant for admission to undergraduate courses like MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and veterinary programs, is attempted by 18 lakh candidates, with a selection rate of 6.5-7%.

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CLAT (Common Law Admission Test)

The CLAT exam, for entry into undergraduate and postgraduate law colleges, is taken by roughly 60,000 candidates and has a selection rate of around 3%.

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CAT (Common Admission Test)

The CAT exam, which is crucial for pursuing MBA courses in business schools, attracts about 2.3 lakh candidates, with a selection rate of 2%.

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UPSC Civil Services Exam (UPSC CSE)

The UPSC Civil Services Exam, for recruitment into IAS, IPS, IFS and other central services, sees approximately 10 lakh candidates and has a selection rate between 0.1 and 0.3%.

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NDA (National Defence Academy)

The NDA exam, for entry into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, is taken by about 3 lakh candidates, with a selection rate of 0.1%!

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