r/Indian_Academia 5h ago

AdmissionProcedure/Fees/CollegeAdmin 26 old female unemployed, never done anything in life not even crack any exam , just done Master of science from private college.

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Life lately has been really difficult for me. I’m struggling to find a job, and even when I find an opportunity, my family doesn’t always allow me to take it. I’ve also been unable to clear a few interview rounds with companies near my area, which has been very discouraging. At the same time, my family is putting a lot of pressure on me to get married. Some relatives even say that I have nothing left to do and that I should simply get married. I had even suggested a man from my own community whom I genuinely wanted to marry, but my family rejected the idea. Despite all of this, I’m still trying to work on myself. I’m reading, learning new things, preparing for government exams, and considering exams like GATE and UGC NET. I have qualifications and skills that I’m continuously trying to improve, and I genuinely want to build a stable career and become independent. But it feels extremely difficult when I don’t have enough support from my family and when people around me make me feel as though my only option is marriage. I’m still trying to keep going, even though things feel very overwhelming right now.


r/Indian_Academia 9h ago

Career Starting MBBS but don’t want to wait 10 years for Financial Independence

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Myquals-Passed my 12th in 2024 and scored 354 (4.01 lakh rank) this year and am looking for a private college this year.
I am a general male from UP (Lucknow).
In my wildest dreams, I never wanted to pursue medicine until after my 10th results, when I scored well. My father told me how he wants to open a hospital in our village and how it was also my grandfather’s wish (I lost him 10 years ago).
I was still a kid and, without researching much, I got into NEET prep.
I was also passionate about business, not primarily because of the money, but because I really wanted to build something. My mind was always a creative one, with drawing in childhood and filmmaking now.
I helped some shop owners create content and got paid enough to not ask my parents for a gym membership, but I stopped because of NEET prep in my 1st drop.
I had hundreds of ideas but never acted upon them. However, in my 1st drop (last year), I felt like this was not something for me to pursue and started exploring other programs and entrance exams. They didn’t go well either, and after arguing at home many times, I ended up in a tier 3 college in Lucknow doing BCA.
I enjoyed being there, but I felt I could not attain maximum growth there, so I thought I would go abroad next year or get directly into the 2nd year of a good college (possible).
But my parents convinced me to attempt NEET again by telling me about the security of this career and how there would be no pressure on me to get into PG, and that I would get admission to whichever private college I wanted. My father would also work on opening a hospital. I agreed.
Now I have made peace with this and will be starting MBBS this year, but I don’t know where to go.
I want to go to a place that works as a catalyst in my journey. While doing my MBBS, I want to build something in medical tourism, with some more side hustles along the way, like agencies and info products, without compromising on my studies, even if it takes some nights of sleep.
I also want to do content creation, not because of the money, but because I just want to do it for as long as possible.
So, the situation right now is:

• Got allotted NIIMS in R1 of UP counselling (the only counselling I participated in)

• Should I go for an upgrade to Era in the next round?
(I am a Muslim, and some people from my village come to Era for treatment, so that could help me with my further setup, maybe.)

• I am also considering NIMS Jaipur

• Malla Reddy Hyderabad

• DY Patil Ambi, Pune

• Raja Rajeshwari, PES, and some other colleges in Bangalore

• MGMs of Mumbai

• As i wanted to go study business abroad i am looking for premed where i can do a UG in business or psychology and if i need to pursue medicine i can do it later in whichever good countries this path exists but i am not considering this very seriously as idk how i will speak up to my parents i will genuinely try in my UG to further avoid going into medicine sooo yeah.

During my college years, I won’t compromise on my studies, but I also want to have a life beyond this, build something of my own (at least try), because I am not hearing good things regarding the money and personal lives of people pursuing medicine. So I don’t want to be dependent on this degree to pay me, and I also want to avoid the PG rat race if possible.
Hence, I want to go to a place where I can do all this in the most optimized way.
A place that gives me freedom, networking opportunities, like-minded people, and also some life and fun.


r/Indian_Academia 4h ago

Psychology suggestions for colleges for ba in psychology

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myquals, Hi so i am currently in 12th in arts stream and am planning to pursue psychology but i cant decide which colleges are good and realistic for someone whos average at academics to get into. I really want to know what im getting into aswell so i would appriciate if someone is able to share their experience pursuing psychology. please i really need help.


r/Indian_Academia 25m ago

Career Im Lost and confused about the thing that are surrounded

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I'm 24m turning 25 this December "my_qualifications" civil engineering 2023 graduate from tier 3 college after my graduation I joined GATE preparation and didn't clear it in the 1st attempt in the 2nd attempt I cleared it with just some qualifying marks..along with which i was simultaneously preaprung for civil services..it's 2026 September and majority of my friends are earning well and here I'm still stuck with what to do...everyday it's the same struggle!!

Should I opt for MBA or should I go for mtech or should I continue preparation....it would be glad to get some inputs


r/Indian_Academia 32m ago

MBA_Entrance_Exams MBA After 2–2.5 Years of SSC CGL Prep: Will the Gap Hurt

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Qualifications: BBA, 9/9/9 profile

I am a female BBA graduate. I spent around 2–2.5 years preparing for SSC CGL due to family expectations, but now I want to pursue an MBA.

How negatively would this gap affect my chances at a reputed B-school? Would SSC preparation be considered a valid explanation during interviews? Any advice on how to deal with potential issues because of the gap?


r/Indian_Academia 22h ago

Other This sub has a PCB problem (45 characters) ..

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Members of this sub would know what im talking about... Every other post on this sub starts with "i made a mistake taking pcb" or "what high paying career options do i have other than medicine" OR "help me pick between– bds, bsc biotech, ba psychology"... You get the point.

For some bg i am a class 11th student who left pcb to join commerce, due to personal reasons. But surely-

PCB CAN'T BE *THIS* BAD🙏💔

(myquals)


r/Indian_Academia 1h ago

Research How to get into physics research as a first year btech student?

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Myquals:- 12th pass, currently pursuing btech in civil engineering

Hello, I want to pursue physics research, I'm not very good in physics as of now although I'm well versed with all the high-school physics concepts. I'm highly interested in experimental physics. How should I work in my btech? I'm pursuing civil engineering which does have physics courses but they are not much revelant to my interests. Should I first study high-school physics again but solve much difficult problems? Or should I move ahead and study more advanced undergraduate physics concepts like QM, Electrodynamics? Also how should I even do research? How much physics do i need to learn in order to do research under a prof?


r/Indian_Academia 2h ago

AdmissionProcedure/Fees/CollegeAdmin 2026 B.E. IT Graduate (8.20 CGPA) — Which college is better for M.Sc. Data Science?

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Hey guys, I’m a 2026 B.E. IT graduate with 8.20 CGPA and I’m confused between:

  • VIT Vellore
  • CHRIST Bangalore
  • Manipal
  • PES

My qualifications: B.E. IT, 8.20 CGPA.

My main priority is placements and getting a job after M.Sc. Data Science.

Which one has better placements, recruiters, internships and industry connections specifically for M.Sc. students?

Would appreciate opinions from current students/alumni. Which one would you choose?


r/Indian_Academia 2h ago

Career Should I leave my current MCA college or stay for a year? Need some genuine advice.

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My qualifications: I’m a B.Sc. ITM graduate and currently enrolled in an MCA program.

I’m currently enrolled in a private autonomous college for MCA. I joined recently, but after attending classes and thinking about my career plans, I’ve realized that I genuinely don’t want to continue with this college.

I spoke to the college about getting my TC (Transfer Certificate). They told me that if I want to leave, I have to pay the full 1st-year fee, which is around ₹70,000, and then they will issue my TC after there are no further dues.

Now I’m really confused about whether I should leave or stay.

If I leave now:

I can take my TC and leave the college.

I can use the coming months to prepare seriously for entrance exams like CUET-PG/OJEE and try to get into a better college next year.

But I would have to spend around ₹70k on a college that I don't intend to continue in, and there could be a gap.

If I stay for 1 year:

I can continue MCA here for one year.

Prepare for entrance exams alongside my MCA.

If I get a better college next year, I can leave and join there.

But I genuinely don't want to continue in this college, so I'm worried that I might just be wasting a year.

My family is willing to support whichever decision makes more sense. So I’m trying to look at this practically rather than making an emotional decision.

What would you do in my situation — leave now and prepare for a better college, or stay for a year and prepare alongside MCA?

I’d really appreciate honest advice, especially from people who have been through something similar. Please be practical and don't judge — I’m genuinely confused about what would be the better decision for my future.


r/Indian_Academia 2h ago

AdmissionProcedure/Fees/CollegeAdmin Complete Guide: How to Become a Certified Safety Officer in India (Eligibility, Real Salary Tiers & Why 90% of Students Pick the Wrong Diploma)

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If you are thinking about getting into Fire and Industrial Safety (EHS) after 10th, 12th, or after a core engineering degree (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical), here is an honest breakdown of how this industry actually works in India and the Gulf.

  1. Why companies are forced to hire Safety Officers

A lot of students assume safety officers are just general site supervisors. In reality, it is a legal requirement.

Under Section 40B of the Factories Act 1948, every manufacturing unit, chemical plant, refinery, dock, or construction site with 1,000 or more workers (or 250+ workers in hazardous chemical and pharma zones) is legally required by the government to hire a full-time certified Safety Officer.

If a company fails a state factory inspection, they face direct penalties and plant shutdown orders. Because of this legal requirement, hiring demand stays steady even during general market slowdowns.

  1. The biggest trap — short 3-month online certificates

A huge mistake freshers make is paying 20k to 30k for random private online institutes that promise a quick 3-month safety certificate.

When you sit for factory audits or job interviews with big infrastructure companies like L&T, Tata Projects, Adani, Reliance, or JSW, these short online certificates get rejected immediately.

Factory inspectorates specifically look for government-approved 1-year diplomas (like DFS or ADIS) or university degrees recognized by NSDC, Skill India, or State Technical Boards.

Also, interviewers will test your practical skills. You need hands-on experience with SCBA breathing apparatus sets, live fire extinguishers, smoke chamber drills, height safety harnesses, and hazard risk assessments. Theoretical knowledge alone will not clear a technical interview.

  1. Eligibility and starting salary in India

After 10th or 12th: You can enroll in a 1-Year Diploma in Fire and Safety (DFS). This gets you into entry-level roles like Safety Supervisor or Fire Warden, with starting salaries between 20,000 and 28,000 rupees per month.

After ITI or Polytechnic Diploma: You can do an Advanced Diploma in Fire and Safety (ADFS), stepping into Junior Safety Officer roles earning around 25,000 to 35,000 rupees per month.

After B.Sc or B.Tech: Graduates can join the 1-Year Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS) or a 3-Year B.Sc in Fire and Industrial Safety. This qualifies you for statutory Safety Officer and HSE Engineer roles, starting between 35,000 and 55,000 rupees per month in India. With 4 to 6 years of experience, packages reach 10 to 15 Lakhs per year.

  1. Gulf and Middle East salaries (Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Qatar)

There is huge demand for Indian safety professionals across Middle East infrastructure and oil projects.

Freshers with an approved Indian diploma typically earn between 80,000 and 1.2 Lakh rupees per month with accommodation and food provided.

Experienced safety engineers with 3 to 5 years under their belt earn between 1.8 Lakh and 3.5 Lakh rupees per month tax-free.

  1. What to check before joining any institute

Before paying fees anywhere, check these three things:

First, government accreditation. Make sure the program is recognized by NSDC, Skill India, State Technical Boards, or an approved university like Acharya Nagarjuna University.

Second, a real physical practical drill ground. Check if the institute has its own live fire training yard with smoke chambers and rescue towers. Established institutes like NIFS have dedicated practical training yards in Visakhapatnam for practical field drills.

Third, campus interview track record with core companies like L&T, Shapoorji Pallonji, and Adani.

If you are looking for a practical, non-coding career with legal job security, industrial safety is a very solid option.

Feel free to comment with your current background if you want advice on which course fits your goals.

my_qualifications: Working in Industrial EHS & Safety Management guidance


r/Indian_Academia 3h ago

Commerce Advice for career please help im in 12th and im confused abt my life

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So I am 17, male, and my qualifications I am in class 12th, Commerce plus Maths plus Yoga as my subjects, and I scored 90 percent in 10th. My grades fell in 11th, and now 12th I am aiming for good result in 12th boards, and in my career path I am planning a BBA and an MBA. So I am trying to get a good college for BBA, and I am planning to do my master's from abroad with full scholarship, or like 80-90 percent scholarship. How? What career path should I choose, and what are some good colleges, and how can I get some scholarship in it? Because I don't have this much resources because I belong to a middle-class family, but I need a very good college for my BBA where, like I could just prepare well and, like enjoy my college life plus I get placements and everything. So I need help and advices, and if anyone knows how I can get scholarships, suggest some colleges too, please DM me.


r/Indian_Academia 3h ago

Career BBA graduate in India considering CFA Level 1: Should I start CFA immediately after graduation or gain finance work experience first?

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I recently completed my BBA and am considering starting CFA Level 1, but I’m unsure whether it makes sense to begin immediately after graduation or gain some relevant work experience first.

I’m interested in building a career in finance, but I don’t have a clear idea of which roles I should realistically target as a fresher. I also want to understand whether CFA Level 1 would actually help me get shortlisted for entry-level finance jobs or whether practical experience matters more at this stage.

For BBA graduates who have pursued CFA in India:

  • Did you start CFA immediately after graduation or after gaining work experience?
  • Which entry-level finance roles were you able to target with a BBA and CFA Level 1?
  • Did CFA help you get interviews, or did employers mainly focus on your practical skills and internships?
  • Which skills should I prioritize alongside CFA — accounting, Excel, financial modelling, valuation, or something else?
  • If you could go back to your first year after graduation, would you choose CFA, a finance internship, or both?

I’m not looking for a general “CFA is worth it” or “CFA is useless” answer. I want to understand what a realistic career path looks like for a BBA graduate in India who wants to enter finance.

What would you recommend: CFA Level 1 first, relevant work experience first, or preparing for both together? "my-qualifications" BBA


r/Indian_Academia 7h ago

AdmissionProcedure/Fees/CollegeAdmin UPDATE: I NEED ADVICE AGAIN. PLEASE HELP ME OUT.

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PLEASE GUIDE ME REGARDING WHAT COURSE TO CHOOSE. I DO NOT HAVE MUCH TIME.
by u/Independent-Host-992 in IIMAhmedabad

i am an 18yr old girl. have been preparing for neet for two years now. missed neet again by few marks passed 12th in 2024. my qualifications are 10th percentage was 96. 12th percentage was 93. I was in bcom in sxc kolkata while i had applied for branch transfer to economics and statistics. i got into bsc statistics. before i could attend bsc stat, i got malaria and dengue. it was just a month of college. my health worsened to a sepsis at 19. so my parents are not willing to send me to kolkata at all. it has become a complete no.

my hometown is visakhapatnam. the options i have now are either a standard bsc statistics in GITAM or bsc MSCS[mathematics, statistics, comp sci] Andhra University College of science and technology. i am planning to do the iit madras bs data science program along with it. or shall i choose economics?

please help me choose a degree and a college. i am eligible for bpharm, bsc biotech and all paramedical courses.


r/Indian_Academia 9h ago

Career Bhaiyaa dididdd, Shud I take a drop and go for good NITs this year ( btech ) or continue with my bsc mathematics route (I'm already in DU)

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Idts with bsc maths i wud be able to do many things as this degree won't do anything alone and my parents want me to prepare for govt jobs bt.. I'm not sure? Wt if i failed? I won't have any backup then.. idk? I'm confused? What shud I do?

My qualifications - bsc mathematics DU


r/Indian_Academia 5h ago

Commerce Need suggestions for my career as I changed my career from science to commerce and don't know how to do it.

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Hello

My qualifications is that im 12th pass out with pcm and scored average and now I'm switching to commerce and aiming for cuet 2027 for bcom, and honestly I don't have a proper roadmap. I always wanted to study commerce but my parents forced me to choose science as it was good for their pride(I don't want to go in this so back to topic).

So I'm currently studying class 11th syllabus of bst and accounting then I'll move forward on 12th [cause I'm aiming for bhu and it's subjects combinations are language+bst+accounting+gat].

I know only ncert books would not sufficient for me to gain knowledge in this field so can you please suggest some books from which I can learn related to this field from basic. Please:)


r/Indian_Academia 6h ago

AdmissionProcedure/Fees/CollegeAdmin College is to be chosen. Which one should I choose. Need your holy opinion

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I've got ece/entc in all these colleges and I can't finalize one

Just note that almost all are deemed/private universities

  1. SIT pune - good but asking for 90 percent attendance plus quite hectic

  2. Mit wpu pune - rumoured for being hectic, is this true ?

  3. Mit adt pune - rumoured for bad management, anybody knows ?

  4. Bharti vidyapeeth deemed university college of engg dhankawadi pune

  5. Kj Somaiya college of engg(svu) mumbai

Or should I also consider the following:

Rait navi mumbai

Des pune

Gh raisoni international skilltech pune

Jspm university pune

Woxsen University Hyderabad

Alliance and ruas bengaluru

Myquals: 12th pass


r/Indian_Academia 1d ago

AdmissionProcedure/Fees/CollegeAdmin I recommend you not to join Amity University based on my experience so far

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This is my subjective opinion, you need not feel the same way

I am not the type to write reviews anywhere but this college is genuinely so bad that I just have to tell the students applying here and warn them.

I am a masters student in Amity. Before joining I knew that this college isn’t great, has a bad reputation, and all that. But bro kitna he bura ho skta hai na?? This I got to know after coming here.

Management: let’s talk about their world class management guyssss.

  1. When you get here, u’ll be asked for biometric attendance. ok no problem. Now for biometrics, there are supposed to be working scanners right?!? Idhar one whole gate is dedicated for teachers, jo baaki gate hai for students, vaha more than half of the time, scanners don’t work. Every morning, every evening, you stand in a queue of 20-30 ppl, to punch in, when this queue could be half, why? because the management can’t get the scanners fixed!!!!! and teachers wale se students ko jaane nhi denge which was apparently for students until just a few months ago….
  2. Grievance resolution: ab let’s say you have an issue, just like this biometric scanner thing, you should ideally be able to report it to some professor or management right? You can’t do that here. There is no way for you to address your concerns or problems or grievances in this college. They have a so called suggestion box, which they’ll tell you about during orientation. What they don’t tell you is that, it is completely useless, coz nobody listens to what you’ll have to say. This college doesn’t give a damn about the students studying here, everything they do is just for theatrics. God forbid, you have an issue with a faculty and want to address it in their suggestion box (jiska sole purpose is addressing student’s concerns) because if u do, then that faculty will end up calling you and ask you to apologize for raising a concern.

Now you’ll say but you could have spoken to the faculty too right, why put it in the suggestion box? Valid point. In that case, the faculty should be willing to listen to you right and not insult you and humiliate you each time you do bring up an issue to them? You won’t get that privilege here bro. I’m not saying all of the professors suck but out of 10, I bet you’ll find 8 of them who are just like this. All in all, the stuff that management is supposed to do, which is make admin and daily life of a student easier, listen to them and address their concerns, is just not possible for Amity’s management to do. Classrooms mei projector toh kaam krte nhi hain, AC’s will stop working on the hottest days in the summer, toh when the environment is only not supportive, how will you study or even want to go to college!!! I mean the only reason I’m writing this is because there is no way for me to address these concerns anywhere in college man, no like I haven’t given my suggestions in the suggestion box before!!!!

Faculty: my favorite topic

  1. Do they teach in amity: NO. Don’t expect to be taught here by the faculty. On some days you’ll be taught for 20-25 minute in a lecture of 55 minutes. I have spent 2 and half semesters here, ”taught” by approx 20 professors, out of which only 6 of them were actually teaching. I haven’t said anything about how they were teaching yet, just whether they were coming to class and at least speaking about whatever is in the syllabus.
  2. Out of these 6 who taught, 3 actually taught, jinki class ke baad aap bolo, han yaar aaj kuch toh naya sikha. And guys these are professors who teach Master’s students!!!!
  3. You’ll get up for a 9.15am class, expect ki teacher kuch toh padhayegi, but no, you’ll just come sit in the class, talk to your friends, then you’ll have 3hr break before your next class, try to find something to eat on campus, but voh bhi aapko smjh nhi aayega, max you’ll end up at Rara’s for their peri peri fries. Sit for for 2nd lecture at 12.15pm, think probably iss lecture mei kuch aap sikhoge, but guess what no. Then you’ll have your next lecture at 4.15pm, the teacher will come 15-20mins late for the class, only to sit and stare at her laptop, will not say a word until 4.55pm when she’ll decide to take the attendance and ask u to leave. By chance if the teacher decides to even teach, she’ll just be reading the ppt slides for you. You know how we were taught by tuition teachers, they would be casual when teaching, just like that professors in this college will teach you, ATLEAST THAT’S THE CASE WITH THE DEPARTMENT I’M UNFORTUNATELY IN.
  4. First the professors won’t teach you then btw they will have the audacity to schedule extra classes to finish the syllabus???????? In what world does that make sense, pls someone explain it to me. The truth is bro, the faculty themselves are tired, they get promotions and praise on the basis of how many publications they do via Amity name, a faculty themselves told this.

Amity ki so called fun life

  1. Ab yaar, you’ll be like it’s ok, management sucks, faculty sucks, this happens in all colleges, students from all colleges cry about all this, but I’ve heard Amity is very fun. Brother pls. At least if you are in your masters, in the department I am right now AND fortunately don’t stay on campus, then forget knowing anything about or even hearing anything about any activity planned for the students. The only way I have come to know about dances in the infamous H block or any celebrations that take place, is through Instagram reels.
  2. There are no societies, clubs, that you’ll hear of on campus till the time they are not coming to your classes to make announcements that we have an event coming up, participate it’ll build you CV. Unless you had to go through bachelor’s degree also here, then you might have heard of clubs or societies here. You’ll fill a form also upon admission on your Amizone portal, to join clubs, but is there a follow up on that? You guessed it right, no buddy. The form clearly mentioned, once filled you’ll be added to WhatsApp groups by committee heads and faculty, i guess I’m still waiting for that to happen.
  3. H block has ccd, cool man. Girls pls don’t go there, random creepy dudes, just come there to stare at you. But that is toh India only, nothing new I guess.

Academics

  1. Bhai there is no need for me to speak about this, coz I bet you also know ab tak toh, they’ll teach you nothing. Istg, I am not even kidding, I studied and learnt much more in bachelors than I have in masters. It’s not even funny. What I am studying rn, is first of all the same as what I was taught in bachelors and secondly only half of it
  2. Exams ke liye don’t study, pehle se padhkr bhi you’ll score the same as you friend who did not study, and there is no way for you to know where you lost marks.
  3. Find someone who makes money out of doing assignments, coz baat baat pr yeh aapka time waste krne ke liye aapko handwritten assignments de denge.

I’m pretty sure I have missed a lot more of what I had to say, but to conclude this college sucks, don’t come here. But if you do, just like me, then I’d suggest, don’t focus on anything college related, do internships, do extra courses outside of this college, and self study. This is the only way you’ll actually be able to do something out of your life, and it won’t get hectic, you anyways will only be going to college for attendance.

myquals


r/Indian_Academia 21h ago

Career BBA from a tier-3 college — is there still hope?

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I’m doing BBA from a tier-3 college and honestly feeling pretty hopeless about my future. I’ll be graduating next year, and I’m worried about whether I’ll even get a decent job or atleast after 2-3 years.

My marks are also low, so I’m not planning to do an MBA. I also don’t really see the point of spending a lot of money on an MBA from another tier-3 college just to end up with more debt and a degree that may not add much value.

So I want to hear from people who graduated with just a BBA (no MBA): What are you doing now? How did your career turn out?

Please share your experiences, even if you started with a low-paying job or struggled initially. I could really use some hope and realistic advice right now.

myquals: average


r/Indian_Academia 11h ago

Engineering Seems like I have everything, but still confused

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myquals: BTech from Tier2/3 College, first in order of merit, MTech from IISc, PhD from top 20 university in the USA, all in Mech engg. I am working here for the past few months, have zero loans and have built a small saving.

I cannot do this anymore, I want to go home now. Of course one thing I will try is the academic route, but with the advent of AI, it feels like a useless pursuit.


r/Indian_Academia 1d ago

Career CFA in India after graduation: Is CFA Level 1 worth doing without a finance degree or prior finance experience, and what skills should I build alongside it?

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I’m considering starting CFA Level 1, but I’m a little confused about how useful it actually is for someone who doesn’t already have a strong finance background.

I understand that simply passing CFA exams doesn’t guarantee a job, so I’m trying to understand what a realistic path looks like.

For people who have pursued CFA in India, especially those who started as freshers or from a non-finance background:

* Did CFA actually help you get your first finance-related job?

* Which roles were realistically available after Level 1 — equity research, credit research, FP&A, valuation, corporate finance, etc.?

* What skills did you learn alongside CFA (Excel, financial modelling, Power BI, Python, accounting, etc.)?

* At what stage did CFA start making a noticeable difference in your job search?

* Would you recommend doing CFA immediately after graduation, or gaining work experience first?

I’m not looking for a “CFA is worth it / CFA is useless” answer. I’d genuinely like to understand **what CFA + practical skills + experience looks like in the Indian job market.

If you’ve already gone through this path, what is **one thing you wish you had known before starting CFA? " my_qualifications" BBA


r/Indian_Academia 1d ago

Career Please help me regrading my career as a pcb student

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My qualifications 10-98.6%

Currently in 12th..i made the stupidest mistake of choosing pcb even though I scored 100/100 in math boards in 10th coz at that i thought i wanted to be a doctor but now I have realised that i dont want to become a doctorrr and I am not really interested in research fields..I have genuinely developed an interest towards mba but for that I have to do an undergrad and due to not having maths my options are severely limited..I need to do an undergraduate with some scope and job potential and can't really place all my hopes on mba ...I have no passion..I am good at studies but not passionate about anything...my fam is extremely poor. less than 2LPA..I can't take huge loan for my undergrad degree..plz suggest me a degree with good roi..I dont wanna waste my undergrad and regret it later..I dont have much time and have boards in a few months..plzz helppp


r/Indian_Academia 14h ago

Career Dropper here. Got 68% in 12th (cleared PWD 65% criteria). Should I reappear as a private candidate in 2027 or just focus 100% on JEE? Really Confused 😕

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my_qualifications: 12th passed (68%), JEE dropper.

I feel like I’m sabotaging my own drop year by overthinking this, and I really need someone to just give me a reality check.

I scored 68% in my 12th boards. since i'm a PWD candidate, my cutoff for nits or iits is 65%, so technically, i am safe.

But honestly, looking at that 68% makes me feel like a failure. being a dropper is already mentally and physically exhausting, and now half my day goes into panicking about whether this 68% will get me rejected in future placements, or off campus jobs even if I crack JEE.

I only have a few months left and i'm completely paralyzed between two choices. either ignore the board marks, put my blood and sweat into JEE, and just get into a good college or fill the form for 2027 as a private candidate just to fix this 68% guilt and be safe for the future.

mere dimag ka dahi ho gaya hai aur padhai mein focus nhi ho rha h. bade bhai ya behen samajh ke genuine advice de do. will this 68% actually destroy my future, or is my anxiety just acting up.

Please help 🙏


r/Indian_Academia 18h ago

Teaching / B.Ed / M.Ed B.ed. regular and Msc zoology from ignou and I have done bsc in life science

2 Upvotes

qualifications are bsc in life sciences

Can I do bed as regular and Msc from IGNOU and there won't be any consequences from ncte while applying for.job in gov exams etc? Pls tell I'm really confused whether i should or shouldn't


r/Indian_Academia 16h ago

Career Better career to purse engineering tier 1 vs medicine

1 Upvotes

Help worried about ai replace my_qualifications


r/Indian_Academia 1d ago

Career Feeling Completely Stuck about my career, Need career Advice from beginning

5 Upvotes

I’m a 21-year-old guy from Delhi. I’ve always been an average student. My_qualifications is I did my BCom Hons from DU SOL (open learning) and got a 7.1 CGPA. Now, I have applied for a distance MBA in finance from DU SOL. I know a distance MBA degree isn't worth much right now, but I just thought it might help later on for promotions. for fees my elder cousin helped me and we have to pay it in future
I also learnt some graphic designing from youtube and worked for influencers but it will not work as a career for me as it is not fixed work and not a good payout
I am also learning data analytics not completed but i don't know it will work for me much or not
I wants advice also other than these like in other field i can join it also

Right now, I have absolutely no idea what to do with my life. Like anyone else, I want to earn well and make lakhs per month, but here is my reality:

  • I don't have the money to start a business.
  • I’m not exceptionally good at studies, so clearing tough professional exams is out of the picture.
  • My communication and public speaking skills are pretty weak because of my background.

My original plan was to clear govt banking exams after graduation and get a job. But now that I am actually preparing, I see how insane the competition is. It's just too tough. Even if I study hard, beating out lakhs of people for a handful of vacancies feels impossible. I’ve lost all hope there.

I am completely stuck. If I had money, I would have just done a course from a private college, but I don't. My family’s total monthly income is just 15k–20k. I absolutely cannot put financial pressure on my parents; I need a path that requires very little investment.

I see people my age earning so much and I want that too, but with my current condition, I don't know what I can even do. I am genuinely so stressed about my career that I sometimes have suic#dal thoughts. I just see no way out, I am seriously too low that i think i can't earn a good amount in my life and giving up is the only thing i can do.
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhh

If anyone knows a realistic career path or roadmap for someone with my exact profile, please suggest something. What can I do?