UPSC Preparation from Scratch, Every year, a vast number of aspirants are captivated by the allure of serving the nation as bureaucrats through the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). However, the statistics surrounding this prestigious exam reveal a stark reality. With a staggering number of applicants ranging between 900,000 to 1,000,000, the competition is undeniably fierce. Out of this massive pool of candidates, only a mere 10,000 to 15,000 individuals manage to pass the exam.