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He started his career as an HR professional and has over 10 years of experience in tutoring and mentoring students from Classes 8 to 12, helping them choose the right stream, course and college/university.
He also counsels students on how to prepare for entrance exams for getting admission into reputed universities /colleges for their graduate/postgraduate courses.
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Nayagam has published an eBook, Professional Resume Writing Without Googling.
He has a postgraduate degree in human resources from Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Delhi, a postgraduate diploma in labour law from Madras University, a postgraduate diploma in school counselling from Symbiosis, Pune, and a certification in child psychology from Counsel India.
He has also completed his master’s degree in career counselling from ICCC-Mindler and Counsel, India.
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Asked by Anonymous - May 02, 2025
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23M. Less than 60% in 12th. B.Sc. In Electronics. Took 5 years to complete a 3 years degree. Now persuing MCA with 2 backlogs. Next sem exams are after 3 days. Feeling like this sem I'm going to fail whole semester. Have suffered various health and psychological issues. Impossible to concentrate on studies. Have lost interest in everything. Have no idea what am I doing and why. Is there any hope for me in job market? Should I even consider trying in IT market ?

Ans: Health and psychological struggles can impact academics and motivation, leading to burnout or depression. It's important to prioritize mental health and seek professional support. IT is still an option, but not through traditional academic paths. To build a career in IT, pick one small, manageable skill and focus on skills, such as web development, Python basics, or SQL. Start with internships or freelance gigs, try for small projects, and create structure despite low motivation. Remember that you are more than a GPA, and don't judge your worth by exams. Start small with one free coding course and one project. All the best for your admissions!

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Hi Sir, I am Ajay from Bangalore. My son got admission into Mathematics and computing in RGIPT, Amethi. Also he is getting admission into IIST, Thiruvananthapuram. Which one he can select sir. Waiting for your reply. Thanking you sir.
Ans: Ajay Sir, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology’s B.Tech in Mathematics & Computing is a new National Importance programme (NIRF #80) blending deep theoretical coursework, specializations in mathematical modeling, AI and financial mathematics, and PSU-aligned recruitment (ONGC, IOCL, BPCL) (subject to eligibility criteria & recruitment policies which vary every year) with average B.Tech packages of ?9.4 LPA and the highest up to ?22 LPA. The multidisciplinary labs and project work prepare students for roles in the software and energy sectors; however, since this is a newer course, it has fewer alumni and its industry partnerships are still developing. Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology delivers focused B.Tech specializations in Aerospace and Avionics with direct ISRO absorption for 62% of graduates (CGPA ≥ 7.5) under a three-year service bond, and 38 non-ISRO placements (29% of B.Tech cohort) averaging ?10.5 LPA with top offers at ?16.6 LPA. Its state-of-the-art space-tech labs, guaranteed internships at ISRO centres and strong research orientation foster niche space-science careers but involve rural campus distance and binding service obligation.

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