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A Dad's Dilemma: 87% in B.Sc, 3 Years of UPSC Prep, Should She Take the Plunge Again?

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Neeraj Question by Neeraj on Jan 27, 2025Hindi
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Sir, My daughter has done B.Sc( physics, chemistry, maths, English & computers) from delhi university( 87%) in 2022. After that, she attempted UPSC twice but was not successful. Now she is on her third attempt. She had an extraordinary academic record from childhood. Having prepared for three years, now we are bit jittery as regards to career choice, success, risks involved in future years, plan B,C etc . In between, she qualified for written exams of ARMY & AIR FORCE but i didnot allow her to appear in SSB as dates were clashing & i preferred UPSC over other exams. we are in a diliema . kindly advise & also tell me how to connect with you if we want a F2F meeting/ counselling.

Ans: Neeraj Sir, To support your daughter's career path after three years of UPSC preparation, consider setting a clear deadline for her third attempt and creating a transition plan if she fails. Consider alternative government job opportunities like State Public Service Commissions (PSC), banking, RBI Grade B Exams, SSC CGL/CHSL, or higher studies for specialization. Leverage her science background to pursue M.Sc., data science, or AI/ML certifications for private-sector opportunities. Encourage open discussions about career backup plans, allow flexibility, and support her choices if she chooses to pivot towards another field. All the Best for Your Daughter's Prosperous Future, Sir.

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