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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 24, 2024Hindi

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What should i pursue after eng hons phd upsc or ssc exams what should i prioritize?

Ans: Prefer SSC. All the BEST for Your Bright Future.

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I have just recently completed my btech in Computer science engineering from a tier 3 engineering college in Kolkata. Being a tier 3 college, there weren't any decent on campus placements. Further, I always wanted to become an IFS( Indian Foreign Service) officer, so always wanted to sit for UPSC after finishing my graduation. But now that I have seriously started thinking about it, I am not sure what to do. I mean I want to pursue UPSC, there is no financial pressure from family, atleast not for the next 2 years but I feel like if I don't make it (since I have to consider the scenario that I may fail to crack the exam), I don't know whether I will be able to get a job after 2 years gap after graduation in IT sector or will I be able to pursue further studies such as MS from USA or MBA from tob b schools in India. I am feeling depressed and helpless as I am unable to decide what to do? Should I just start looking for a job right now or just prepare for UPSC and don't worry about those stuff right now. I would greatly appreciate your answers and views in this matter.

Ans: Soumik, You seem to be in a muddle. I suggest you go for career counselling from a professional who will charge you for it. Also remember that the fail rate in UPSC exams is high and if you want to pursue a career as an IFS officer you will have to work really hard to pass the various levels of exams. If you feel you have the tenacity and perseverance and are confident of your abilities, then go for it! If in doubt, stop and think, then take a concerted decision based on what you really feel and know about yourself.
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I have just recently completed my btech in Computer science engineering from a tier 3 engineering college in Kolkata. Being a tier 3 college, there weren't any decent on campus placements. Further, I always wanted to become an IFS( Indian Foreign Service) officer, so always wanted to sit for UPSC after finishing my graduation. But now that I have seriously started thinking about it, I am not sure what to do. I mean I want to pursue UPSC, there is no financial pressure from family, atleast not for the next 2 years but I feel like if I don't make it (since I have to consider the scenario that I may fail to crack the exam), I don't know whether I will be able to get a job after 2 years gap after graduation in IT sector or will I be able to pursue further studies such as MS from USA or MBA from tob b schools in India. I am feeling depressed and helpless as I am unable to decide what to do? Should I just start looking for a job right now or just prepare for UPSC and don't worry about those stuff right now. I would greatly appreciate your answers and views in this matter.

Ans: Dear Mr.Soumik

Cracking UPSC is not easy but it's worth the effort. Believe in yourself and put your heart and soul in it....suggest you watch the movie 12th fail.

Recently I hired a member in my team, he pursued UPSC for two years and was not successful...the preparation that he did for 2 years made him a different person and that's the reason I hired him

It is said that when we aim for the moon and if we don't get it we would still lmd on some star...

All the best.

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Hello I want to ask a question I have prepared upsc exams unfortunately did not succeed can you suggest any good course for me iam 29 done btech

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I completed my btech last year it’s been a year since now I came with a job from college but till now the company where I got placement didn’t call me for joining after my internship, now Iam confused that already one year gone what to do hereafter like prepare for cat and go to IIM or prepare for upsc as Iam not sure if I can able to crack the upsc civil service examinations and my parents also have no hope on me regarding anything but according to my mind I wanted to do something in order to shine in a field, can anyone tell me the scope of the fields I said like ias or mba which will be good for my situation right now.

Ans: I can well appreciate your situation. I hope you know that you are among a very number facing this situation. I would encourage you to take three steps on a regular basis. Firstly, keep following up with the company that made you the offer on the new date of joining. 2. Make your biodata afresh and make job applications that are of your interest. Also use your contcacts, friends, seniors from your College to le tyou know of possible job openings, including those where they can recommend you. Thirdly, continue to revise and add skills that will be of help in your job. Use learning portals like Swayam and Coursera to pick up new subject areas. And lastly, be confident and face the difficult situation with optimism. You are sure to shine.

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My Doughter got 88.2% in jee mains & CRL -174000, General/EWS/UP domicile. Location does not matter, CSE preference then ECE Which will be Best GFTIs at our crl.

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Respected Sir i have gotten 26000 in jee mains. I am getting lower branch of top nits and ece and cs at mid and low nits. Please suggest the best option.

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Sir bmsce cse vs vit Vellore cse

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Sir, can u give preference order for the following colleges 1. Iiit dharwad cse 2. Iiit nagpur ece 3. BIT mesra eee

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Suggested preference order: (1) IIIT Dharwad (2) BIT Mesra (3) IIIT Nagpur
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Prefer SRM Chennai.
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Sir, I am getting electronics and communication in BNMIT, Sir MVIT, BIT Bangalore via ComedK. And SRM kattankullathur electronics and computer engineering. If location is not a constraint which one is better?

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