UPSC To Gaokao: World’s Top 7 Toughest Exams

Zee Media Bureau
Jun 18, 2024

1. Gaokao Exam (China)

The Gaokao is a rigorous screening examination for students seeking college education in China. It spans nine hours and includes subtests on mathematics, Chinese expertise, and a chosen foreign language

2. IIT-JEE Advanced (India)

This advanced engineering entrance exam grants admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Only a small number of students succeed as compared the the students who take the exam

3. UPSC Exam (India)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a gateway to prestigious positions like IAS, IFS and IPS. It is conducted in three stages – Prelims, Mains, and the Interview round

4. Mensa (England)

Mensa, an international high-IQ society, conducts an IQ test to identify individuals with exceptional intelligence

5. CFA (Canada/ USA)

The Chartered Financial Analyst exam, administered by the CFA Institute, is a challenging certification for finance professionals. It covers topics like ethics, investment tools, and portfolio management

6. Master Sommelier Diploma Exam(USA/ UK)

Aspiring sommeliers face this demanding exam to achieve the prestigious Master Sommelier title. It tests their knowledge of wine, service, and blind tasting

7. GRE (UK/Canada/ Germany)

The Graduate Record Examination is a standardised test for graduate school admissions in the United States. It assesses verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing skills

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