Top 8 Toughest Exams in the World You Must Know About


2025/10/23 20:59:34 IST

1. Gaokao (China)

    Known as the National College Entrance Exam, Gaokao is China’s toughest academic test. Students prepare for years — only the best make it to top universities!

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2. IIT JEE

    India’s Joint Entrance Examination for the Indian Institutes of Technology is a real brain-bender. It tests physics, chemistry, and math at an extremely advanced level.

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3. UPSC

    The Union Public Service Commission Exam selects India’s top civil servants. It takes months of preparation, multiple stages, and deep knowledge of current affairs and history.

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4. CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)

    The CFA Exam is one of the hardest finance tests in the world. It has three levels, each requiring deep understanding of investment management and ethics.

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5. GATE

    The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering challenges even the sharpest minds. It’s needed for postgraduate engineering admissions and PSU jobs in India.

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6. USMLE (USA)

    The United States Medical Licensing Examination is a must for medical graduates.It checks knowledge, skills, and ability to apply medical principles in real life.

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7. IELTS TOEFL (Global)

    These English language tests may sound simple — but getting a perfect score is tough! They assess reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills under time pressure.

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8. Mensa IQ Test (Global)

    This test identifies the world’s most intelligent people. Only those scoring in the top 2% IQ range qualify for Mensa membership!

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