MBA vs UPSC | A Comprehensive Guide

UPSC vs MBA: Salary, Career Growth, and Opportunities Compared - Which is the Better Choice?
Are you trying to decide between pursuing an MBA or preparing for the UPSC civil services exam? Both career paths offer unique advantages and challenges, making it difficult to choose just one.
Our comprehensive guide is here to help you make an informed decision. We provide a detailed breakdown of the similarities and differences between MBA and UPSC, the pros and cons of each path, and the types of careers that each can lead to.
We also share insights from experts in both fields and offer practical tips on how to prepare for each career path. Whether you're a recent graduate or a working professional looking to switch careers, this guide will help you weigh your options and choose the best path for your personal and professional goals.
Don't miss out on this must-watch guide for anyone considering MBA or UPSC. Subscribe now and let us help you make the right choice for your future!
UPSC is the dream career of many aspirants who want to join the civil services and serve the nation. On the other hand, an MBA from a reputed institute opens up a world of opportunities in the corporate world.
In this video, we'll compare the salary packages offered in both fields, the career growth opportunities, the work-life balance, and the future prospects. We'll also discuss the pros and cons of each career path to help you make an informed decision.
So, whether you're a student preparing for competitive exams or a professional looking to switch careers, this video is a must-watch for you. Don't forget to like and subscribe to our channel for more such informative videos. Let's get started!
0:00 Introduction
1:41 Reality of UPSC
5:02 Salary of UPSC vs MBA
5:33 Who should do UPSC?
6:18 Who should do MBA?
6:58 Jobs in UPSC vs Jobs in MBA
7:40 Lifestyle in UPSC vs Lifestyle in MBA
10:17 Power in UPSC vs MBA
11:00 Jobs Security in UPSC vs MBA
UPSCvsMBA #TheIIMGuy #MBASalary #IASSalary #MBA #WorkLifeBalance #Salary #CompetitiveExams

[@manasmohan5987]

I am watching your videos since 2021. I really love watching your videos. You are really a gem who explain everything about MBA in details. Love to see a fellow bihari as an influencer , giving informative content. 👍🏻

[@theiimguy]

Thanks

[@solo-soul838]

​@@theiimguy sir aapke videos mere confusion ko clear kar dete hai jab main confused hota hu toh aapke videos aa jaye hain....thank you sir ...love you❤

[@jeevankoiri1]

​@@theiimguy ek video bana do bhaiya, engineering, btech ke baad mein MBA karna chahiye ya engineering field mein hi jana chahiye. Mujhe business and entrepreneurship mein heavy interest hai aur mein soch raha hun ki mein MBA karloo. Toh first mein mujhe GRE karna padega ya GMAT karna padega for MBA is USA. Please reply. Will help a lot of students.

[@VivekSingh-rp9vw]

Insightful and a very honest comparison. Good content, hope a lot of viewers gained some knowledge.

[@fahadshaikh726]

Earlier i used to think power is money but later i realised money is power i value personal life as well we got only one life to live stay with your parents IAS has just struggle in ur entire life dedicating your life towards people and at the end no one is gng to come

[@samyakchhajed]

Parents will obviously die before you. Chahke bhi parents ke saath nhi reh sakte humesha. Kabhi na kabhi toh leave karna hi padega. Now for you it's probably parents>power na ki money>power

[@AshishSharma-ul7ci]

Thank for this video 👌👌🙏

[@theunstoppablelegend7401]

Thank you bhaiya ❤️

[@deeprajmajumder7071]

The last part❤️❤️❤️Flexibility

[@sksworld2903]

You are a great sir ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mdnoorqutub8430]

Hey i am also from kisanganj . i am used watch your videos regularly . i am glad to know you are from my hometown.

[@_AadityaSingh]

Dear sir , you've made videos of mba in marketing, finance and hr which are really informative but it will be really helpful for aspirants like me if you made a dedicated video on mba in operations and supply chain management and how analytics is effecting it and a dedicated video on mb in analytics (business analytics) and what are the roles and the salary packages are offered in both the MBA's.its a humble request sir 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏. I'm following you for quite a long time you are doing a great job.

[@samyakbadera2357]

If someone wants to do investment banking then which is better to do before MBA only CFA level 2 or work experience should also be taken along with CFA level 2 to get PPO in front end investment banking

[@assassinationxxx]

Worth it watching you❤❤❤❤

[@bhaskargautam1325]

Make a video on RBI Grade B as well. I've heard there are a lot of IIM/IIT graduates in the RBI.

[@prajapatirahulbhai8559]

I love you bhaiya bahut aap hamare liye real comparison laate ho

[@shaktishahi134]

you are the best bhaiya love from West Champaran Bihar ❤

[@user-xg1gr1um5d]

Thank u so much was eagerly waiting for this topic to come

[@theiimguy]

You’re welcome

[@mdkadir81939]

Nice insights

[@swiss512]

Sir please make a video on those professionals who graduate from good engineering/MBA colleges and then join prominent industries(like IT, Consulting and investment banking), work for 2-3 years in MNC's in India and then keep moving to different countries working 2-3 years in each place. in order to explore life. Sir what do you advice about such career choice and lifestyle?

[@hridayeshniranjantripathy8998]

Thank you, for this clarity

[@theiimguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vidyasagar3743]

Sir..i found your videos helpful in clearing my doubts regarding iims..my personal query is that... currently I'm working in central govt job group c post..here i dont find any growth(salary/promotion) Generally the senior officers just delegate the work to their staff..Isit a wise decision to switch to CAT preparation...targets top b schools..?? For better future..??

[@arup5584]

I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to seek your advice regarding my decision to pursue an MBA preferably in Human Resource Management having mechanical background with 2 year WEx. I have received calls from some prestigious institutions, including IIM Lucknow ABM program IIM Indore PGP IIM Visakhapatnam IIM Cap IIT Kharagpur MHRM program IIT Kanpur PGP program. *My long-term goal is to work in the academic field as a professor or a teaching professional. I am particularly interested in Human Resource Management as a subject, and I plan to pursue a PhD in the same field in India or abroad. Is it worth to pursue PhD in HRM from abroad? However, I am currently confused about which program would be the most suitable for me at this stage of my career.* *As a category student, I can complete my MBA at a cost of around 50K from IITs, while pursuing an MBA from an IIM would require taking a loan.* Considering my long-term career goals, which option do you think would be the best for me? I would greatly appreciate your expert advice on this matter, including your opinion on the scope of Human Resource Management as a field and which program would be the most suitable for me. I am eager to make an informed decision about my future education and career path. Thank you for your time and consideration. Best regards, Arup Naskar

[@SUR-vn1du]

True!! Love from katihar!

[@suunnnyy___X]

Respect >>>> Money ( Army & Civil Servent ) ❤

[@blazostark9347]

woh sab toh theek. Par under 500 rank la payega UPSC m?

[@suunnnyy___X]

@@blazostark9347 me SC wala hu 💀🤣🙏🏻

[@blazostark9347]

@@suunnnyy___X tab toh tera kabho IAS na nikle. Reservation wale logon ki koi jaga nhi h. 2 3 marks laake worthy candidate ki jagah khate hu tum log.

[@yt4gaming778]

​@@suunnnyy___Xphir bhi under 600

[@samyakchhajed]

"Scientist" "Genuine Doctors as well"

[@gulatianusha2601]

Hi, your channel is really helpful for mba aspirants. I am currently a BBA 1st year student from an average college . My past acads are X : 86.5%, XII : 79.6%. Which mba colleges can I realistically target with such poor acads and what should be the target percentile for that. General category, non enginner ,female. Pls reply Thanks

[@hanam_11]

Very good sir ❤❤❤❤❤

[@theiimguy]

Thanks

[@AS-lo4bq]

Sir please make a video on roadmap for being a product manager for non engineer. Like what skills we need and should we take work ex prior or can get in as fresher. Also, if we need work ex what kind of work ex will be counted. Thank you.

[@shaiwal_deep]

I'm also from Purnea, BIHAR

[@mithaimodak]

At what age you did join IIM Visakhapatnam?

[@gopalbisoi9458]

Very good sir

[@theiimguy]

Thanks

[@Rahuljams]

Sir what are other similar colleges like MICA, who specialises in marketing and social media?

[@vaishnavipathak2030]

Im from munger district! Proud of your Channel bhaiya!!

[@theiimguy]

Thanks very much Vaishnavi

[@anishk87]

Sr please tell me about which are coaching best for cat coaching

[@JhaSumitKumar]

Sir ek doubt tha, mere pass ews certificate hai joo ki bihar government ke dwara issue kiya gaya hai per sir mein abhi maharashtra state mein reh raha huun aur mere sab proof of address document jaise kii voter ID, adhaar card uspe maharashtra ka address likha hua hai toh kya mein CAT Form aur dusre B-school forms mein ye mention karu kii mein ek ews candidate huun ya phir ews aur proof of address mein alag address ki vaje se naa karun?

[@PreetiSingh-no4vs]

Bro I request you please make a video on digital marketing...from where we need to learn

[@manthanrathore7562]

Does 2 year gap matters ?

[@robinmandal2962]

the salary of iim is with out insentives or not??

[@MbaGuyKunal1]

I am also from Bihar darbhanga ❤

[@adityamonga2051]

What about RBI Grade B Manager vs MBA?

[@niharikashukla7774]

Please do a video on how arts students (especially from backgrounds like English Hons, History etc) manage in IIM ABC? Does it have too much of quant? Is it too difficult for people like us?

[@theiimguy]

Ok

[@airbender506]

I am MA history graduate Do i have any advantage of having Post graduate ie MA in history

[@gyanaranjan5435]

​@@theiimguy yes sir there are many myths and conceptions regarding this topic, me myself an ba student who is currently pursuing english hons , willing to pursue mba in future. Please make a video about this topic it's a humble request...

[@rahulsah3578]

ur a Gem 💎

[@theiimguy]

Thank you so much

[@millankantshashi]

Please give feedback regarding future aspects in terms of earning and growth in Sustainable Management program of IIM Lucknow .

[@bhoopendrasinghrathore1460]

Yesterday, I converted NITIE Mumbai and hopefully will convert new IIM and IIFT. But, I don't want to go for MBA, as a working professional, I got to know the reality of corporate jobs. But UPSC is a tough task but job satisfaction, the work you do, the impact you can make in society and many more, you can't get from any Post MBA JOB. Yet, UPSC requires determination and perseverance which is not everyone's cup of tea. But I believe in giving one chance yourselves for UPSC otherwise you will not able to give 100 % to your job

[@Stacy510]

What is the reality of corporate job ?

[@VishalBhalavi0750]

Sir me abhi 12 me hu or me arts kar rha hu to sir mujhe graduation kisme karni chahiye please tell me your answer

[@user-yv5jw4rd3m]

Sir I cracked GATE with good rank AIR 208...I soon will join NTPC my dream psu...now I am thinking of doing some further study and I know I can't crack UPSC now I have two options state pcs and MBA so which carrier option should I choose

[@subhashdhoke5354]

Sir please batao google me job karne ke liye konsa mba sabse accha hota hai jisme accha salary package mil jaaye

[@prasad7909]

Which is better nitie or sjmsom??

[@theforgottengr8]

Sir mujhe desk job chaiye ya fir non field work mujhe pasand ha....sales aur marketing me Mera bikhul bhi intrest nahi ha....to konsi specialization thik rhegi mere liye??? Aur sir agar marketing ma opt karta hu with finance to mujhe desk job Milne ke kitne chances ha??? PLEASE DO ANSWER SIR🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@padykeshav]

Amazing video sir ji 👍

[@theiimguy]

Thanks a lot

[@padykeshav]

@@theiimguy thanks a lot sir ji for your reply i just want to know what is the future of sales and marketing i have done my PGDM from grade B college

[@thinkwrapofficial]

hi ,realy liked your content its been a year watching you can you please tell that is there any advantage for bca student doing MBA from top b school OR they considered as engineers ?

[@theiimguy]

Not considered engineers

[@downloadlinksbydavid]

Bhai ap konsa business karte ho plz batao

[@manujadaun9192]

Respect har field honinchaiye chahe ias ho ya pcs ya IIM se mba apna kaam 100% do

[@divyanshiyadav6045]

please make video on mba from iits vs iims

[@anishk87]

Sr we are see daily catking video but we are not trust fully him I thinking about catking coaching join please tell me sr

[@omkarbhateja5176]

Sr plz ky app mba and ssc bank jobs hoti h unse compare kr skte h

[@hi_minku]

If age is on your side like MBA se phele age 21-22 hai tho kar skte ho agar MBA ke baad age 25 ya plus me Jaa Rahi tho upsc karlo phir job me reh kar padai kr skte ho

[@theiimguy]

Good point

[@vpvpvp1027]

Nice comparison

[@saurabhjain9102]

Sir agr mba koi simple college se kru to kaisa rhega?

[@samyakbadera2357]

Plz make a video that on which job roles after MBA in which we can do work from home for people of commerce background not engineers make a video or reply here

[@theiimguy]

Ok

[@Ana-vd1rl]

UPSC. Guys ask me that upsc isnt easy. Huge competition. I was also obsessed but at last if you don't clear then you will have money issue too in terms of quality package. Job is like many but after coming out of upsc it is so difficult to adjust after so much of social isolation and dreaming to be an ias. Then u ll realise that had I was little practical I would prefer money. Also GEN CATEGORY YOU ARE DEAD NOW.

[@subhransupanda5497]

Bhaiya, I have been preparing for gate for 2 years.But couldnot get good marks because of my health issues.But after that I take a year gap and work on my health issues with reducing weight from 135 kgs to 83 kg. Can i go for mba now please guide?Or prepare for bank and ssc exams

[@sachinnayal]

Yes bro, go for it. Even try to get aome job experience.

[@rishu343]

Bhaiya which will be good if i want to work abroad MIM from abroad or MBA from India and which will be good MBA from top 30 college in India or MIM from top 15-20 college abroad

[@theiimguy]

Mim

[@aniketrudrawar8685]

Please can you make videos for people who are pivoting towards Cat after UPSC .

[@theiimguy]

sure ill try

[@AS-lo4bq]

Hi bhaiya when we learn a language as a skill are we required to know the how to write also and everything abt the language or just basic speaking will suffice??

[@057_sanikalad]

It was helpful I'll decide upsc exams than MBA

[@theiimguy]

Wishing you all the very best

[@AbhishekSingh-sm9sf]

Thank You Sir

[@theiimguy]

You’re welcome

[@jeetvshah5196]

I have been watching your video's from so long . This small videos are so helpful it literally gives me so much of career Clarity . A big thank you for making this video's . IF you could make a Video regarding ur Job Profile , Work Experience and Projects , About ur consulting job then that would be really great help , since i also wanted to pursue my Career into Consulting and Currently working as a Data Analyst THANK YOU 😇💛

[@theiimguy]

Sure

[@chetanzambare3180]

Hii Jeet Can become a better carrier in MBA than Data analytics?

[@Shabana_Azmi]

Eiilm Kolkata MBA College Admission ka liya Sahi hoga please reply 😢

[@mr.rahulraj2752]

Sane situation i face now days after giving 3 year aaj itna frustration depression me hu career ko le kr kuch samajh nhi aa rha h idhar udhar bhatak rha hu ... @theiimguy Aapke video se motivate ho kr nd frnds logo k help se now i decided to give cat this year.... But issme v ek insecurity waka feel aane lga h kyuki 3 year me koi success nhi mila or sath k frnds log kaha se kaha pohoch chuke hai.... Under itna frustration nd all bhar gya h mimd is like khud se har jata hai.... UPSC sirf exam and result wala process nhi ye totally breakdown kr deta h aaj aesa siruation aa gya h bas chah rha hu kaise v kahi kuch ho jae.... Jaha jao vha se frustion personal life is like blank ho chuka hai.... Ye aesa journey tha jisme hmlog padhs to bohot but end me le k kuch nhi nikle aaj mere frnds log mujhe bolte h bhai iska 50% affort agr mar deta to cat phod deta tu.... But ab ye yakin hi nhi hota hai khud pe dar bhar chuka h pura.... Lets see manjil kaha le k jati h.... UPSC ka ye dark side hm bohot logo ko pata nhi hota hai but ye 99.99 % hai or light side only .01% Hope so kuch ho jae life kyuki in dino jo main face kr rha hu sayad ye words me bayan v nhi kiya jaa sakta h kehne ko to tayari bas 3 year ka tha but uske pichhe mera mind set graduation k 1st year se hi tha so all abt 6 years ka mind set nd now I'm like nothing.......😢😢😢😢😢

[@saurishchanda8523]

Thank Abhishek Bhaiya for so much information!

[@theiimguy]

You’re welcome

[@the_explorers_]

Sir please make a video on between MBBS and MBA like for someone who is 3rd or 4th dropper for Neet ug but can't able to clear it so what according to you he or she should do

[@theiimguy]

Ok

[@the_explorers_]

@@theiimguy waiting for your reply can you please suggest me is it good to join a tier 3 MBA college for a better life or I mean is a tier 3 MBA college can be better as compare to any state government medical college from income point of view

[@the_explorers_]

@@theiimguy I am really tensed about this from a long time and can't able to think what should I do right now also as you know with increase of age and year gap may affect the performance later on so please sir suggest me something for this year

[@vaishnavipathak2030]

Yes bhaiya neet aspirants need a dedicated video for droppers!

[@deeprajmajumder7071]

Sir,How can I connect with you?

[@Videocreator300]

Money- power❤

[@himanshubhamma3233]

My one of relative got 79th rank in upsc 2023 with just 2 year prep

[@saikrishna-ne3om]

Has he had a dali*t reservation

[@SunitaKumari-bq9ve]

MBA ke baad UPSC kr sakte hai na?

[@chiranjivirath9452]

bhaiya is ximb a good college for freshers ? plz guide us.

[@theiimguy]

Yes it is

[@alishagupta7325]

Very relatable video👍.. But i have a doubt.. I am currently pursuing BA from DU.. Is it a good idea to do MBA along with upsc preparation after BA? But I don't really know what to expect after MBA too.. Are there any other options I can/should consider? I would really appreciate the help🙏

[@yugpandar6418]

Dont do prep for both... Choose one... Do proper analysis... One benifit Preparing for mba exams is that if you study properly you'll crack most of the mba exams... And after getting good B school admission it is most likely that you'll get a good package...

[@alishagupta7325]

@@yugpandar6418 Thankyou.. But my ultimate goal is upsc.. I am confused as to whether I should do mba first before upsc or not..

[@yugpandar6418]

@@alishagupta7325 my advise is if you really want to try then you can give 2 year to upsc with your 200% efforts... If you crack it then it'll ok.. Otherwise dont give 3rd attempt... Rather prepare for mba exams and take admission into good B schools

[@yugpandar6418]

I also wanted to go for armed forces after college... So after clg i gave many attempts for 2 yrs but didn't get selected. So now I am also preparing for mba exams this year..

[@alishagupta7325]

@@yugpandar6418 oh.. Sorry.. All the best for your future! But that's what I was saying..mba would be as a backup plan.. And I think it would be good to complete it before trying for upsc..

[@justujuanjum-kz5sw]

Sir I'm cat aspirant from bihar darbhanga😊

[@user-nv3ns5ku3x]

Please please please make video on mbbs future options i need it please 😢😢😢

[@theiimguy]

I don't have experience in MBBS still try to make a video

[@Mr_shazim]

Me bi Kishanganj ka h 🎉

[@devangmishra]

Hi Abhishek I'm following you from a long time. I have a question in mind that how you jain people manage to get the food that you people eat ?

[@panacea6325]

😂😂 ... Check with iim ... Ex iim udaipur

[@youthpower2906]

Bahi MBA vs RBI grade B officer which choose please make video

[@theiimguy]

ok

[@KdKetan]

Bhai me non IIT background se hu Kya me ker sakta hu mba

[@deepaksah7448]

Lekin mba ke liye cat exam kaise nikhale

[@Parag7]

MBA vs SSC CGL (Income Tax Officer), which one is better in long term?

[@sarkarinaukri4654]

Any day income tax ..... An acit/dcit whenever wants summons any high managerial staff of companies.... And they have to attend those summons..... Otherwise adjudication is done

[@aruntyagi5252]

Don’t fall for this trap. Why he would call you if you didn’t did anything wrong?

[@sarkarinaukri4654]

@@aruntyagi5252 yes sure brother ......why policemen will stop if you are wearing seatbelt........ Definitely true....

[@divyanshsingh7458]

Mbs from iim is better than cgl

[@yashsharma1280]

Matlab ? ​@@aruntyagi5252

[@pranabsaha1807]

Sir pls make rbi grade b vs mba

[@user-vm5rm5me9w]

Hello sir I completed pg in psychology. I have 6 years experience in counseling areas. But i wanna do MBA. I am 33 years old. May i go for MBA

[@stardust6745]

Sure you can. It will be best for you to do mba in HR. It will be a killer combo psychology + mba in HR. You can surely land high paying jobs for that, aim for best b schools

[@hussainiazadarpalitana8896]

Sir mera bhi sapn hai ki mba karu but me middle class family se hu

[@amitkumaryadav4373]

Hello sir I have converted IIM Shillong this year and I am working in a PSB as a manager with Current CTC of 14L my profile is 8 6 6 with 2 year work ex should I join IIM shillong?

[@theiimguy]

Yes if you want management roles

[@normal1person-ns3ws]

sir did u have category?

[@amitkumaryadav4373]

@@normal1person-ns3ws for Shillong no.

[@normal1person-ns3ws]

@@amitkumaryadav4373 sir low academics pe bola kuch apko ? what was ur percentile?

[@pranjaljain8022]

Gim BdA vs SIDTM?

[@akshatthakur6557]

please make a video for lawyers in mba and there scope after mba

[@theiimguy]

Ok

[@2vv3axbh]

sir I AM IN B.A 1St year what courses should i do to learn business i am doing PART TIME job now

[@samvidhan9026]

Do cfa

[@2vv3axbh]

@@samvidhan9026 matlab?

[@samvidhan9026]

Google it

[@user-ys1vl1lj2c]

❤❤

[@theiimguy]

Thank you

[@shubhamdayal5677]

If i pursuing mba then after placement,company provides free accommodation and servants for their employee?

[@theiimguy]

That only realistically happens once you reach a high position in the company you are employed in.

[@shubhamdayal5677]

@@theiimguy 👍 okay -

[@yatharthgaur301]

Bhai end me mba ki positive side kafi achi lagi ❤

[@theiimguy]

Thank you!

[@RahulArora2502]

Bhaiaya yeh Gaon se app ka matlab tier 2 and tier 3 cities hain???

[@theiimguy]

Tier 3

[@pratibhachoudhary2158]

My Daughter get Admission in IIM Calcutta still she is preparing UPSE please suggest

[@DD-ky9xi]

Let her do if she wants to. It's always better to achieve and leave then leaving it before.

[@abhijeetpandey4798]

Can i get work from home job after mba in finance?

[@theiimguy]

Yes

[@prasantakumarpadhi4399]

Supreme court ne Collector ka gaadi se red batti le liya aur yellow batti de diya.Lal batti only for law order.

[@benclouddey4191]

IN WHICH YEAR OF COLLEGE I START MY CAT PREPRATION FOR GETTING TOP MARKS CURRENTLY MY FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE WILL BEGAN SOON 🎉🎉

[@theiimguy]

2nd

[@benclouddey4191]

@@panacea6325 I WILL TAKE SCREEN SHOT OF THIS AND FOLLOW ITTT THANKS BHAIYA. BUT WHICH TYPE OF BOOK SHOULD I READ

[@hanam_11]

Sir plz do make video on MBA consulting ❤

[@theiimguy]

Ok

[@panacea6325]

INSEAD IS the place to be then.

[@sachinnayal]

​@@panacea6325 All top tier MBA colleges offer some sort of consulting nowadays. INSEAD is good but everyone can go to Paris or Singapore.

[@arpittrivedi7822]

IAS Only at level of DM = minimum 15-20cr in year despite of yogi raj 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😡😡😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@arpittrivedi7822]

They suck blood of people 😢