Crack Any Exam with These Powerful Bhagavad Gita Shlokas
Riya Kumari | Jan 23, 2025, 15:45 IST
Competitive exams test more than your knowledge—they test your perseverance, patience, and character. The Bhagavad Gita offers more than motivation; it offers clarity and perspective. When you’re overwhelmed, remember these shlokas. They’ll remind you to focus on effort, embrace challenges, and trust in your journey. You’re not just preparing for an exam; you’re preparing for life. And no matter how tough it gets, remember: you have everything it takes to succeed.
Competitive exams, the Everest of academic life. Sleepless nights, a mountain of textbooks, and a level of stress that makes you question every life choice. Add in the comparisons, self-doubt, and endless distractions, and it’s easy to feel like you’re fighting a losing battle. But what if I told you that the answers to all your struggles have been sitting in a 5,000-year-old book? Yes, the Bhagavad Gita.
1. I’m Doing My Best, But What If I Fail
कर्मण्येवाधिकारस्ते मा फलेषु कदाचन।
मा कर्मफलहेतुर्भूर्मा ते संगोऽस्त्वकर्मणि।।
(Chapter 2, Verse 47)
"You have the right to perform your prescribed duties, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions. Never consider yourself the cause of the results, and never be attached to inaction."
This one’s for all the overthinkers out there. You’ve revised everything twice, solved 50 mock tests, and yet you’re stuck obsessing over the “what ifs.” Krishna’s advice? Let it go. Focus on giving your best, but don’t get consumed by the results. Whether you rank first or fall short, your efforts will never go to waste. The grades? They’re just numbers. The grit you build during this journey? That’s priceless.
2. Why Can’t I Stay Focused
योगः कर्मसु कौशलम्।
(Chapter 2, Verse 50)
"Yoga is excellence in action."
You sit down to study, but suddenly your phone pings. One notification turns into a two-hour scrolling spree. Sound familiar? Krishna defines “yoga” as doing your work with skill and focus. This isn’t about meditation or stretching; it’s about mastering the art of staying present. Block out distractions, create a study routine, and channel all your energy into the task at hand. Multitasking? It’s overrated. Excellence? That’s where the magic happens.
3. Every Mock Test Feels Like a Mini Heart Attack
सुखदुःखे समे कृत्वा लाभालाभौ जयाजयौ।
ततो युद्धाय युज्यस्व नैवं पापमवाप्स्यसि।।
(Chapter 2, Verse 38)
"Treat happiness and distress, gain and loss, victory and defeat as the same. Then, engage in your duty. By doing so, you will not incur sin."
Mock tests are the ultimate mood swings. Score high? You’re on cloud nine. Mess up? Instant meltdown. But Krishna says: stay calm, no matter the outcome. Think of each test as practice, not judgment day. Success and failure are just data points—they’re not a measure of your worth. The real win? Showing up and learning from every experience.
4. I Feel So Alone in This
उद्धरेदात्मनात्मानं नात्मानमवसादयेत्।
आत्मैव ह्यात्मनो बन्धुरात्मैव रिपुरात्मनः।।
(Chapter 6, Verse 5)
"One must elevate oneself through one’s own mind and not degrade oneself. The mind is the friend of the conditioned soul, and it is also the enemy."
In the sea of competition, it’s easy to feel isolated. You might even start doubting yourself: “Why can’t I be like them?” But Krishna reminds us that your biggest ally is—you. Instead of spiraling into negativity, become your own cheerleader. Celebrate small wins, pep-talk yourself through the lows, and remember: your journey is yours alone. No one else has your determination or potential.
5. What’s the Point of All This Stress
तस्मादसक्तः सततं कार्यं कर्म समाचर।
असक्तो ह्याचरन्कर्म परमाप्नोति पुरुषः।।
(Chapter 3, Verse 19)
"Therefore, without being attached to the results, one should act as a matter of duty, for by working without attachment, one attains the Supreme."
Ever find yourself wondering, “Why am I even doing this?” It’s hard to see the big picture when you’re drowning in formulas and essays. But Krishna reminds us to stay committed to our duties. Your preparation isn’t just about clearing an exam—it’s about building discipline, resilience, and focus. Every late-night study session and every chapter you finish brings you closer to becoming the best version of yourself.
6. I’m So Tired of Studying
न हि ज्ञानेन सदृशं पवित्रमिह विद्यते।
(Chapter 4, Verse 38)
"In this world, there is nothing as pure as knowledge."
Exams can make studying feel like a chore, but the Gita reminds us of a deeper truth: knowledge is transformative. The effort you’re putting in now isn’t just for the exam—it’s for the person you’re becoming. Learning expands your horizons, strengthens your mind, and empowers you for life. So, instead of dreading it, embrace it. Learning is a privilege, not a punishment.
1. I’m Doing My Best, But What If I Fail
Fail
कर्मण्येवाधिकारस्ते मा फलेषु कदाचन।
मा कर्मफलहेतुर्भूर्मा ते संगोऽस्त्वकर्मणि।।
(Chapter 2, Verse 47)
"You have the right to perform your prescribed duties, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions. Never consider yourself the cause of the results, and never be attached to inaction."
This one’s for all the overthinkers out there. You’ve revised everything twice, solved 50 mock tests, and yet you’re stuck obsessing over the “what ifs.” Krishna’s advice? Let it go. Focus on giving your best, but don’t get consumed by the results. Whether you rank first or fall short, your efforts will never go to waste. The grades? They’re just numbers. The grit you build during this journey? That’s priceless.
2. Why Can’t I Stay Focused
Phone scroll
योगः कर्मसु कौशलम्।
(Chapter 2, Verse 50)
"Yoga is excellence in action."
You sit down to study, but suddenly your phone pings. One notification turns into a two-hour scrolling spree. Sound familiar? Krishna defines “yoga” as doing your work with skill and focus. This isn’t about meditation or stretching; it’s about mastering the art of staying present. Block out distractions, create a study routine, and channel all your energy into the task at hand. Multitasking? It’s overrated. Excellence? That’s where the magic happens.
3. Every Mock Test Feels Like a Mini Heart Attack
Exam
सुखदुःखे समे कृत्वा लाभालाभौ जयाजयौ।
ततो युद्धाय युज्यस्व नैवं पापमवाप्स्यसि।।
(Chapter 2, Verse 38)
"Treat happiness and distress, gain and loss, victory and defeat as the same. Then, engage in your duty. By doing so, you will not incur sin."
Mock tests are the ultimate mood swings. Score high? You’re on cloud nine. Mess up? Instant meltdown. But Krishna says: stay calm, no matter the outcome. Think of each test as practice, not judgment day. Success and failure are just data points—they’re not a measure of your worth. The real win? Showing up and learning from every experience.
4. I Feel So Alone in This
You can
उद्धरेदात्मनात्मानं नात्मानमवसादयेत्।
आत्मैव ह्यात्मनो बन्धुरात्मैव रिपुरात्मनः।।
(Chapter 6, Verse 5)
"One must elevate oneself through one’s own mind and not degrade oneself. The mind is the friend of the conditioned soul, and it is also the enemy."
In the sea of competition, it’s easy to feel isolated. You might even start doubting yourself: “Why can’t I be like them?” But Krishna reminds us that your biggest ally is—you. Instead of spiraling into negativity, become your own cheerleader. Celebrate small wins, pep-talk yourself through the lows, and remember: your journey is yours alone. No one else has your determination or potential.
5. What’s the Point of All This Stress
Exam stress
तस्मादसक्तः सततं कार्यं कर्म समाचर।
असक्तो ह्याचरन्कर्म परमाप्नोति पुरुषः।।
(Chapter 3, Verse 19)
"Therefore, without being attached to the results, one should act as a matter of duty, for by working without attachment, one attains the Supreme."
Ever find yourself wondering, “Why am I even doing this?” It’s hard to see the big picture when you’re drowning in formulas and essays. But Krishna reminds us to stay committed to our duties. Your preparation isn’t just about clearing an exam—it’s about building discipline, resilience, and focus. Every late-night study session and every chapter you finish brings you closer to becoming the best version of yourself.
6. I’m So Tired of Studying
Notebook
न हि ज्ञानेन सदृशं पवित्रमिह विद्यते।
(Chapter 4, Verse 38)
"In this world, there is nothing as pure as knowledge."
Exams can make studying feel like a chore, but the Gita reminds us of a deeper truth: knowledge is transformative. The effort you’re putting in now isn’t just for the exam—it’s for the person you’re becoming. Learning expands your horizons, strengthens your mind, and empowers you for life. So, instead of dreading it, embrace it. Learning is a privilege, not a punishment.