In this section, we will discuss the above-mentioned toughest exams in India along with their eligibility and other key details: 

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

The Union Public Service Commission, also known as UPSC is India’s top central hiring body for all Group ‘A’ officers employed by the Indian government. All Group “A” roles of all central government entities, which also include all central public sector undertakings and all central autonomous bodies, are subject to its recruitment and examination procedures.

Eligibility

• Nationality requirements for the IAS exam include being an Indian citizen, someone of Indian ancestry, or a subject of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibet who had been resident in India before January 1, 1962.

• Candidates for the IAS exam must possess a graduate degree from an accredited university.

• The minimum age requirement for the UPSC Civil Services Exam is 21 years old, and the maximum age is 32 years old.

Note – Category-wise age limit relaxation has been allowed by the conducting body. Candidates are kindly advised to verify the same with the official notification list.

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Indian Standard Institute Exam (ISI)

Indian Standard Institute) is a once-a-year national-level online entrance exam that ISI Kolkata administers to students who wish to be admitted to a variety of courses, including B Stat (Hons), B. Math (Hons), M Stat, M Math, MS (QE), M Tech (CS), M Tech (CrS), M Tech (QROR), MS (QMS), MS (LIS), PG Diplomas, and Research Fellowships. The grades obtained in the written exam and interview are used to determine admission.

Eligibility

• Regarding B.Stats/B.Maths (Hons): An applicant must have successfully finished the 12th grade with English and Mathematics as the required subjects in order to be admitted to this program.

• For M.Tech. Computer Science/M.Tech. CrS (Cryptology & Security): A Master’s degree in Physics, Electronic Science, Mathematics, Statistics, IT, Computer Science, or a B. Tech. or BE, or an equivalent degree such as GRAD, AMIE, DOEACC, or ISTE, is required of applicants.

• For the degrees M.Stats, M.Maths, MSc in Library & Information Science, and MSc in Quality Management: A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is required for admission to the aforementioned program.

• PGD (Agricultural and Rural Management): To be eligible for admission to this program, a candidate must hold a three- or four-year Bachelor’s Degree in any area with Mathematics or Statistics as a topic studied at least at the intermediate (10+2 level).

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Actuarial Common Entrance Test (ACET)

Candidates who intend to join as student members of the Institute of Actuaries of India and desire to take actuarial tests are eligible to take the “Actuarial Common Entrance Test.”

Eligibility

• Students who have appeared 10+2 or an equivalent examination and waiting for the result.

• A candidate who has passed 10+2 or any other higher courses/examinations.

• Diploma.

• Finance, or any other stream, but you have love for Mathematics and skills in Numeracy.

• Mathematical Sciences: Maths, Statistics, Econometrics or any other.

• Engineering.

• Management.

• Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, or Company Secretary.

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Joint Entrance Examinations (JEE)

For admission to different engineering institutes in India, the Joint Entrance Examination is an engineering entrance exam. It is made up of the JEE-Main and the JEE-Advanced, two separate exams.

Eligibility

• Student must have passed 10+2 in a Science stream with Maths as a core subject

• Students must have secured an aggregate of 75%

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National Eligibility Entrance Test – UG

Previously known as the All India Pre-Medical Test (AIPMT), the National Eligibility criteria Entrance Test (Undergraduate) or NEET (UG) is an all-India pre-medical entrance exam for students wishing to enroll in undergraduate medical (MBBS), dental (BDS), and AYUSH (BAMS, BUMS, BHMS, etc.) programs in government and private institutions in India as well as for those planning to pursue primary medical education abroad.

Eligibility

• Candidates must have completed the 10+2 program, or an equivalent, with core courses in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English from an accredited board. 

• Aspirants who are taking Class 12 or an equivalent exam are also eligible to apply for NEET.

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 National Eligibility Entrance Test PG 

Students who intend to enrol in various postgraduate Doctor of Medicine, Master of Surgery, and diploma courses at government or private medical institutes in India must first pass the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Postgraduate).

Eligibility

• The Indian Medical Council Act of 1956 requires candidates to hold an MBBS degree or a provisional MBBS pass certificate.

• Candidates must possess a Medical Council of India (MCI) or State Medical Council (SMC) or MCI-issued MBBS qualification registration, either permanent or provisional (MCI).

• Candidates who meet the NEET PG qualifying requirements must finish a one-year internship.

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Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering

For the purpose of admission to master’s programs and employment in public sector companies, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering is an exam administered in India that primarily assesses the thorough comprehension of numerous undergraduate engineering and science disciplines.

Eligibility

A candidate who has already completed any government-approved degree program in Engineering / Technology / Architecture / Science / Commerce / Arts is eligible for appearing in the GATE exam.

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Common Admission Test

For entry into graduate management programs, the Common Admission Test is a computer-based exam. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Ability make up the three portions of the test.

Eligibility

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree

• Marks in Graduation: 50%

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National Defence Academy

For entry into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, UPSC administers the NDA exam. Candidates who want to join the Army, Navy, or Air Force should take this exam as a first step.

Eligibility

• The applicant must have taken and passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam from an accredited board. 

• The applicant must be taking or have passed a class 12 or equivalent exam in mathematics and physics.

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Common Law Admission Test

Except for NLU DELHI, which accepts admission via the AILET exam in India, the Common Law Admission Test is a centralised national level entrance test for admission to 23 National Law Universities. These scores are also used for admission to the majority of privately and independently funded law schools in India.

Eligibility

• Candidates must have received 45% overall, or the equivalent, in their 10+2 exam or an equivalent test. 

• Candidates from the reserved categories must have received 40% overall, or an equivalent, in their exams.

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