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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 19, 2025Hindi

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I completed my graduation in 2018 , started preparing for upsc i couldn't clear in 5 attempts, but recently I cleared state pcs examination prelims, mains exam supposed to be happen on sept 28 2024, but it was suddenly postponed for no reason without announcing dates , now iam clueless what to do , from self confidence iam in self pity of myself of achieving nothing in my life, I even dropped upsc for this state pcs , it's very difficult to ask money to you parents at 26yrs... Since dates are not announced i even completed mains syllabus ,, iam getting frustrated and binge watching web series .so what to do

Ans: Hello
Simple and straight advice will be to either pick up a job in your field or go for some vocational/higher course that will improve your employability.
No one stops your from pursuing your PCS goal as and when things become clear, we have many examples of people doubling up and still cracking the exams. But just sitting idle in the wait is not advisable since you have already spent considerable time/energy in that pursuit.
All the Best!

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Ans: Hello,
first of all, you need to calm down & settle down your negative thought process. At least you are clear & honest enough to admit your mistakes. That's the first step towards success.

Decide your goal & make a road map to achieve it. Follow it diligently & avoid distractions that come along the journey. If you are unable to control your negative thoughts seek professional counseling. All the best.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 14, 2025Hindi

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Hello,sir.i am going through phase of anxiety and depression due to my bad time in career,i want some guidance what should I do, i graduated in mathematics(hon.) from du in 2021,since then I am preparing for upsc but can't crack.. now I have no work experience and age of 26.. I once thought for preparing cat but gap year and age haunt me ,what should I do

Ans: Hello dear.
I am glad to hear that you graduated in Mathematics (Hon) and that too from DU in 2021. Trying and not getting success in competitive exams is a part of life. Very few got success in the exams like UPSE or other parallel exams but the rest of the students do not get depressed. You have wasted your years rather you learned a lot more. Remember a failure person can become a good coach and can give better guidance. There are many examples where failed candidates have started their coaching centers in their respective fields. Even you can also try. You can try your career options, particularly in fields like finance, data analysis, actuarial science, research, and teaching, with roles including Actuary, Statistician, Data Scientist, Financial Analyst, Market Research Analyst, Operations Research Analyst, Mathematician, and Lecturer/Professor at various academic institutions.
But above all, if you are thinking of preparing for CAT, then a year gap is not more, and remember, you have to hit the target/goad up to the age of 28 only! Yet 2 attempts are in your hand! If your financial situation permits you, and you are dam sure about your preparation then you can take the chance else choose other career options as mentioned earlier to you.

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