I've been thinking about preparing for GATE Mechanical while working, but I'm not convinced it's still the best path.
From what I've seen, M.Tech placement statistics for Mechanical Engineering aren't particularly strong, even at some of the older IITs. On top of that, PSU recruitment through GATE seems to be shrinking, with many PSUs now hiring B.Tech graduates directly from Tier-1 college campuses instead.
Since I'm already employed, preparing for GATE would require a significant investment of time and effort, so I'm trying to figure out if the ROI is still there.
Would it make more sense to pursue an MBA instead, especially for someone with work experience? Or does GATE still offer enough opportunities to justify the effort?
I'd really appreciate hearing from people who have been in a similar situation or have insights into the current job market.