India has some of the toughest exams, including UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE)
, JEE Advanced
, GATE
, CAT
, CA
, NEET-UG
, and NDA
. These exams are known for their rigorous standards.
UPSC
: Selects candidates for IAS, IPS, etc. Requires a graduation degree.JEE Advanced
: For IIT admissions. Requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.GATE
: For postgraduate engineering programs and PSU jobs. Requires an undergraduate degree.CAT
: For IIMs and top business schools. Requires a bachelor’s degree.CA
: Conducted by ICAI with three levels. Requires 10+2 or a graduate degree.
The Imperial Examination
in China
was one of the oldest and toughest exams for selecting government officials.