Plan B and Backup Options After UPSC : With Career Counsellor Mrs. Yashi Shukla Maam

In this video, Yashi Shukla Maam is explaining the backup options and plan B options post UPSC. You can contact her at her email : [e-mail]

[@God_Account]

There are few backups/Plan B's one can keep in mind while preparing for UPSC: 1. Appear for other Government Exams: There are multiple other exams that align with UPSC syllabus and are relatively easier to crack. Listed a few- - State PCS - SSC - RBI - CAPF - Bank PO - EPFO, etc. 2. Government entities hiring UPSC Mains and Interview candidates: Some entities who hired in the past: - SJVN Limited: UPSC mains candidates - Sports Authority of India (SAI) and NTPC: UPSC interview selected candidates 3. Appear for UGC NET: Aspirants can pursue Masters in their optional subject from IGNOU and appear for UGC NET. They can qualify for PhD and Assistant Professor/ Professor roles post qualifying. 4. Fellowship Programmes: There are multiple paid academically focused internship programs. - LAMP (Legislative Assistants to Members of Parliament) - Ramanujan fellowship - Teach for India - Gandhi Fellowship - Young India Fellowship - SBI Youth for India Fellowship, etc. 5. Pursue Teaching opportunities: There are multiple vacancies for teachers in the state as well as central government schools. Additionally, one can join the coaching institutes as a faculty member. 6. Become a content creator: With the digital boom in India, one can become a content creator on platforms like KZbin, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter etc., and help fellow aspirants with their experiences or anything they are passionate about. 7. Freelancing: As per global industry reports the total Freelance Market size is $1.5 Trillion, growing ~ at a CAGR 15%. One can pick up a skill and do a course to refine their expertise to further pursue freelancing opportunities. 8. Pursue further studies: Pursuing masters helps in bouncing back to the job market despite the gap years. Listed a few exams: - CAT - GMAT - GRE - GATE 9. Work on Your Startup: This decade is India’s decade for start-ups, one can start their own venture if they have access to the provided resources, and seek government funding if they have an idea to bring in the change 10. Other opportunities: There is no dearth of opportunities in the market. One can also work with the coaching institutes as a content writer, learn to code, work in the social impact sector by associating with the UN, World Bank, or join an NGO., etc ~From Twitter (Thanks to Richa Singh)

[@allok4335]

more options than the video...👏👏 really appreciate that

[@mohammadamir5774]

❤

[@akshitajain9421]

I feel this comment should be pinned . Avery wide perspective it gives

[@anujtiwari6422]

With due respect , video se achchhi advice aur option to is comment ne hi de diye

[@gopalsuri1005]

A thanks from my side.

[@AlkaSingh-wz2yb]

I felt that she had more knowledge of abroad rather than India. someone who has more knowledge of India and their backup would have been better.

[@vishnuvardhanvanga9546]

My personal experience: After completing my PG in Political Science in 2019, I made three attempts to clear the Prelims in 2019, 2021, and 2022. Unfortunately, I was unsuccessful each time. In 2022, I decided to explore job opportunities as a Political Consultant or content writer.(which was my Plan B) Thanks to my UPSC preparation and the degree I earned, I managed to navigate through a rigorous interview process and secure a position in a reputed company as Political Consultant. The job offered a satisfactory salary, and for six months, I immersed myself in the role, setting aside my preparation. However, after those six months, I made the decision to resign. I wanted to dedicate more time to improving my research skills and to contemplate whether I should continue pursuing the UPSC or explore other options. In 2023, I made my fourth attempt at the Prelims, but unfortunately, I was unable to clear it, despite having only five months of preparation after leaving my job. Now, I believe that the skills I acquired during my consultancy job, along with the analytical abilities honed through UPSC preparation, will help me secure a better job compared to my previous one. I'm considering taking a break from UPSC to shift my focus towards the consultancy industry. While I may or may not appear for the exam next year, I believe it's essential for everyone to have a Plan B after three to four serious attempts. If the passion for UPSC persists, it is advisable to seek financial independence while continuing the preparation. Alternatively, one can choose to excel in a job and further enhance their skills.

[@AM-jv7bo]

Could you share the name of the political consultancy firm? Is it IPAC? I am interested in a field similar to yours, may I please contact you through another medium?

[@mayurimhapankar7195]

Please tell the name of the organization you worked with.

[@aishwarya9327]

Meeto etla connect awali? Mail id emaina iste, i would like to ask about how you went through it. Nenu ade chesdam ani.

[@ShivangiSingh-hh5bp]

Hey i have a similar story..now looking for some backup options..Can I connect with you on some other platform..like telegram or email?

[@jinfin221]

Kisene poocha?

[@Maneesharma1947]

इतना maine 1 साल mein nhi jaan paya ISS exam ko college में जितना mujhe iss channel ne समझाया h. 🍻🐳❤️

[@SaagarBachmann]

Shivin you are the new age mentor for students, keep growing !!!

[@IncognitoUPSC404]

Thanks a lot ,after seeing this video I was able to see fellowship as an opportunity ( earlier I was completely blind about this word also) a year back ... I failed in UPSC for 2 times (2022-2023) although I didn't give a serious attempt in any of this but still being a girl and belong from a small town my parents have not shown patience and decided that I should be married by 2025 and also I've failed many exams like Bank po,state PSC etc. Then ( Nov,2023) I've applied for Gandhi fellowship,the final result came just 5 days ago ... I am selected for the fellowship,getting Maharashtra cadre under Aspirational District programme ( but continue my studies for UPSC as well and this time not repeat my mistakes) . Today just come here to feel again that when I listened to this last time, I was clueless restless but now atleast I've something to do . Thank you so much mam and Shivin sir .

[@akankshapandey6851]

Hi can you plz tell some information about this fellowship. Do you get any stipend? Or do you need to travel and what is the work that you do.. really in need of it.

[@IncognitoUPSC404]

@@akankshapandey6851 yes get stipend of ₹ 25k per month ..the work nature I heard from my senior + close friend that you've to review the gov policies,give suggestions...implement that ..- that all I get secondary data and I'm going to join it from next month so then I'll tell more accurately and after 2 years you'll get a job either from psu or pvt sector or from the fellowship itself ..yes it's a residential programme ( I'm from West Bengal,I've to reside for 2 years in Maharashtra)

[@piyushmate3837]

I'm glad that i have watched this video. 1 or 2 more years than i have to decide. its better to know the options it gives feeling that the world is not ended. Thank you Shivin Sir🙏

[@abhilashabhargava2513]

Step ahead india yt channel is great for information regarding upcoming fellowships. I came across it 1-2 years ago and found it really helpful.

[@thegeneralknowledge1371]

I have started preparing for upsc in 2016. I attempted every year from 2017 to 2021. I couldn't clear prelims despite dedicated study. I then started searching other options. In the meanwhile I attempted ssc n bank also. I couldn't clear completely.stuck at 2nd or 3rd level. Then I went for a private IT industry. It was one of the reputed IT companies in India. I worked there for an year and half. But it was not well paying. I didn't see any growth there. So i opted for full time mba in a decent college. Not so great college. I m now in the first year of mba. I am feeling under confident about my gaps. I m still figuring out how will i justify that. Also my fellow students are 5 to 6years younger than me. I am not comfortable sharing my age with them. I don't know how to tackle it.

[@himanshudixit4859]

See first u have to understand your survival is necessary more than what others say , u have to boost your confidence not only for yourself but also for your parents , do MBA with enthusiasm and be like a somewhat stone and keep finding new opportunities u will definitely do good if not loose hope in u , always see yourself in mirror and tell u will not be loose in front of life u have to succeed ❤

[@professorarjun1234]

you will succeed buddy ❤ best of luck. keep improving your skills,

[@studywithme2707]

You have experience!! You are stronger than ever before ❤

[@mushrooming29]

Please stop focusing on your failures. I know it is easier said than done, but focusing on our failures slows us down and does nothing to help us. Just accept, once and for all, that this is my past, I've not done anything wrong - I took a risk in the ages where risks are supposed to be taken, and it didn't work out according to plan, now what's the best I can do? And do it. You can predict the future or stay insulated from failure. Acceptance, Forgiveness and Moving forward is the only key. You can do it.

[@mushrooming29]

You can neither predict nor stay insulated*

[@AdityaSharma-jg3oz]

Bhai, thank you so much, for always being with us every time.... Aapko sunte huye hamesha esa lagta hai ki ek bda bhai humein guide kr rha hai..... Thank you so much

[@informal2928]

Thankyou Shivin I'm leaving this preparation and will search for alternative now not wasting time now

[@heenaanand6232]

Follow Shivin sir means going toward success 💪💪 God Bless you sir 🙂🙂

[@NIKHILSINGH-fs5qh]

Thanks, ma'am and also sir to you, I can bet that this is the only platform where you can find these kinds of videos.

[@dizzysoul6684]

Guidance aisa do ki 4 logon ko help kre - *SHIVIN SIR*

[@upsc2024as]

Mtlb

[@dizzysoul6684]

@@upsc2024asnothing just a recent trend going on social media

[@darpanraghuvanshi9704]

😂 point on

[@shivanipanwar3971]

Yeh konse 4 log 😂😂bhai mein kl se dekh rahi hu snapchat pe yahi 4 log 4 log chl raha h 😂😂😂

[@dizzysoul6684]

@@shivanipanwar3971 hnn bhai main bhi dekha insta me naya trend chal rha h 🙈😂

[@jeetcollection]

I'm not satisfied with her answers. Shivin sir himself could have done better after some analysis. But fir v thank you sir for making this session.

[@shrutityagi4011]

Man of his words ⭐✨

[@AkashIndoliya]

You are a gem dr. Shivin. ❤❤❤

[@himanshudixit4859]

Thanx a lot for doing so much for us.....❤❤ To yashi Shukla and Dr shivin.

[@rituyadav2255]

Was just thinking yesterday.. Dat Shivin sir ne bola tha ki wo kisi ko bulayenge... I thought you forgot about it due to ur hectic schedule.. But no... U never forget to help us... Thank you so much Sir and Ma'am....

[@vennechawla1215]

a much needed but least discussed topic. thank u shivin sir

[@studywithme2707]

Im 20, finished my BA, Enrolling in Pol sci MA, will give NET UGC JRF in dec 2023 in ready about that, will enroll in phd asap, then ill give upsc. Only other carrer im thinking as of now is being a prof. Ive also taken diplomas in Government Studies and IR. . Anyone on same boat? I definitely have time Guys we learnt from the pre 2023 🙏🙏

[@UpscPSIRscholar]

Hey, can you tell from where are u doing diploma in Govmt studies and IR?

[@studywithme2707]

@@UpscPSIRscholar iigl Shivin se bhi vahi se kia h

[@suraj5969]

hey can you tell me what are the benefits of doing diploma from iigl?

[@suraj5969]

Can you give me your Instagram id, I'm 20,want to know about further career options

[@25_Kuldeep]

Thank you for this, our mentor❤

[@ankitamishra1788]

I have searched the govt's fellowship programs like teach india, and others but they have closed their intake for current year. Please someone suggest other options like ma'am mentioned in private sector. If anyone knows kindly reply.

[@abhishekprajapati3554]

U r really unbeatable and irreplaceable ❤❤❤

[@nidhi4809]

Helpful session Indeed❤

[@babarazam8419]

I would happily take tuitions or teach in a school rather than be a corporate slave,

[@rishiraaj.580]

Pls Make One Video On 👉 Authentic Online Courses That Can Help Arts Students. 🙏

[@priti1410]

Thank you so mch 4 this wonderful session❤🥰

[@amankumarpandey9606]

I would like to suggest those people who are having bsc maths you can do pg in statistics from iit bombay iit kanpur by clearing iit jam bhu du pg they are having awesome placement iit guwahati msc mathematics and computation is very good option almost all are placed with decent packages you can prepare for upsc iss ies exam if you are having pg degree in statistics or economics

[@user-er5yg6im3y]

so helpfull content thank to both of you

[@ashrivastava6478]

Thank you so much for this very very useful & informative video. May God Bless you 🙏🏻

[@hcsham9527]

Was eagerly waiting for this video ❤❤

[@nilanjana4798]

Thanks a lot. This is much needed ❤️

[@nityanshic5877]

Highly anticipated

[@star_pets123]

Sir please give the elaborate idea about fellowship program for humanities ..

[@sakshisoni6522]

Yes!

[@chetnathekedar8792]

Yes sir

[@kishor.k8092]

yes

[@Pappukalmadi]

Thanks brother for such a great initiative ❤

[@highlyambitious]

U r a saviour sir!

[@yudhishthirpaliwal]

Thank you so much shivin bhya🙏

[@vishalgoel113]

Hi Dr. Shivin. I’m a doctor myself in a govt job since last 6 years. Cleared my Mbbs in 2017. Have given two attempts and haven’t qualified prelims. What should I do? Should I prepare for AIPG or give one more attempt? Please advise.

[@black__monk400]

Brother, you are too young to give up yet. I mean to opt for a different career. Stick for a while. Cheers !!!

[@professorarjun1234]

Since you are already a govt doc, You are financially independent, You can continue UPSC as long as you want if you don't want to do Post Graduation. Now, Either you choose AIPG or UPSC. Definitely both can't be done at the same time. It's not a plan B situation for you.

[@jinfin221]

Why do people wanna leave being a doc wtf 😂

[@lokendrakumar8366]

Shivin sir my inspiration ❤

[@rishiraaj.580]

UPSC CSE Is A Emotion If U Have Spent Lot Of Time Here. 😐

[@garimaperiwal3306]

Can u highlight about content writing as a freelance career option

[@riyasuri]

Thankyou for sharing info

[@janhavi7819]

Thanks for this, it was really helpful!

[@user-jc1km1qv1m]

Beautiful shukla madam❤❤❤🎉🎉

[@tejaswinipatil.]

Thank you Sir....

[@reenalekhi9632]

Sir it's a request please make a dedicated video for freshers with zero preparation for 2024 attempt. Please sir. I beg you

[@hardlife25]

Much needed 🙏🙏

[@AdityaSharma-jg3oz]

Sahi baat h boss

[@shubham6009]

Thanks sir 🎉

[@gyaanisharma9619]

Sir from where you did your diploma in international affairs...and how it is further benefitting you..than other PG degree ????

[@studyhard7802]

Thank you sir

[@truptimayeemohanty1015]

Helpful session

[@upscaim8394]

Please give more clarification about data science, data analyst course Is it viable for Bsc agri student? Also it's not possible for everyone to pursue courses in foreign universities

[@jinfin221]

No

[@DivyaSharma-xt1nc]

Thanku sir ❤

[@SUMITKUMAR-ix3mv]

Bhaiya i didn't get good rank in jee mains (Dropper). Pls give me ur opinion what should I do. I have two options 1) take second drop for Jee mains and get into good NITs(if i do this my first attempt will be in 2028 with strong backup plan e.g. 30lpa-40lpa package) 2)take admission in Bsc/BA and start preparing for upsc (if i do this my first attempt will be in 2026 with, 10-12lpa package IIT Madras BS online degree,) My family income is 5-6lakh per year Pls give me ur personal opinion pls Should I go for Delhi for upsc prep?

[@asad12357]

NIT Mil rha hai toh Lele , Koi guarantee nahi hai upsc ki .. part time tayyari karna after job .

[@tarunpatel9625]

Thankyou sir for doing this!

[@Ankitmanish]

Hello sir please make this video in your words

[@anujtiwari6422]

Yes this is needed

[@garimaperiwal3306]

Thanku . Helpful one

[@struggling_aspirant.]

I m having very tough time.... dont know hw to deal with stress due to study along with my job....today feeling so low .... but this video is quite helpful...

[@sud5346]

Same here. I thought I could deal both preparation and job but it's not an easy task.

[@struggling_aspirant.]

@@sud5346 hmm bro... by the way are u still preparing can I talk with u..

[@jinfin221]

Hua clear?

[@bhav893]

Thank u mam❤

[@charugoyal1422]

Thank you Sir.. Anyone having reference for Private job ?

[@siddharthabiswas721]

Thank you❤🙏

[@OMPRAKASH-jd7ib]

Thank you sir, great mentor 🙏

[@Amaurya6384]

Plz book reading per video bnaiye I m still waiting Bhai ❤

[@PurusharthAttrish]

Love you sir❤

[@Bloomingbliss_0128]

Thank u sir

[@prashantnegi3830]

Great ❤

[@prayatn100]

Aadipurush to sir aap ho iss kalyug ke ❤

[@AdityaSharma-jg3oz]

Mtlb???

[@prayatn100]

Bhi wo kitne hi aspirant ka career barbaad hone se bacha rhe h , aise session lakar , now everyone is living in reality , coaching wale 10 saal barbaad krwa dete h but mna nhi krte h admission lene se 😂

[@AdityaSharma-jg3oz]

​@@prayatn100ok

[@shivu1121]

Sir plzz start teaching anthropology. U make learning very easy. It will be a great help plzz sir

[@zebanaaz2759]

❤

[@payldar8960]

Give time stamps please....

[@Ammathovyshu]

Sir I know u r really busy but plz upload the resource list for gs 1,2,3,4 little faster so that we can start our preperation

[@chetnathekedar8792]

Sir ,i want more about fellowship program, I'm from humanity background and this fellowship option bring hope in me,but how can I choose better fellowship for me,and also what are the scope after fellowship also

[@theskyhighjourney448]

I also want to enroll thses fellowships program if u know anything regarding this plse let me know

[@chetnathekedar8792]

@@theskyhighjourney448 I don't know,i searched yesterday but couldn't understand much...

[@kishor.k8092]

plz if you find anything do let me plz.. i am hopeless.. koi rasta nhi nazarr aa rha

[@AYVFD4558]

Dr shivin, can you tell any good plan for working professional for upsc

[@shekharshashank2061]

Fellowship program ke baare me koi details bata sakta hai .

[@sanketsingh7031]

Hello sir .. plzz help me in joining the mains 2023 SFG , the Google form is no longer available

[@shashwatparth3672]

Gives sources to read disaster management and few extra tips.

[@PRIYAKHATANA]

Thanks

[@niharika1303]

Anyone pursuing a career a IR?🥺 Please guide me through.

[@niharika1303]

I have given 2 attempts till now🥺not able to make it in both of them. I am sure whether I'll be giving the attempt next year. Sir i want to do something in IR, please guide me through🥺there is very less guidance available out there for IR.

[@jinfin221]

Cleared?

[@sandeep8724]

What about bsc bio

[@kishor.k8092]

Not satisfied with this session .. the problem is man doesn't understand the ground reality BA BSC wahi logg karrtey hai joo mehnge courses afford nhi karr sakte .. maine BA karri thi.. meri life ka worst decision ka.. now i just feel like to die... i have no hopes left

[@s.s445]

Brother, we need to change our mindset. In India what I see we are more dependent on service sector for jobs. But, if you observe in rural areas there are several small scale manufacturing units, they have captured a good market base. Most surprising thing is that they are running on small manpower and investment still they are making decent profit. What i would like to suggest, work in private sector and save some capital and then start a small scale manufacturing unit.

[@saif9765]

Sir, this is a very invidualustic querry !! Kindly guide me if u can.........i am a medical graduate 13 batch and have given 5 attempts but only one attempt with serious preparation. This year scoring 104 in GS but not able to clear CSAT. I have a very serious optional dilemma.......this dilemma has become perennial and has been the main reason behind my lack of seriousness in preparation. Left medical because of lack of interest but i still chose medical science as my optional just to keep my self in touch with these subjects so that in case if have to shift back to medical in case I fail to clear cse. But due lack of interest I haven't been able to cope up with my optional l. This year I am contemplating to change to PSIR........still not able to make up my mind. Please guide me if u can in any way.......!!!! I shall be grateful.

[@TheDisasterousHorse]

You should write neet pg now and join a job in med apart from prep in upsc

[@VikramYadav-bh7wz]

Hello sir

[@jhalakvats5540]

anyone from BSc background? can you suggest what options you have in your mind.?

[@awaking_]

Make video on remember dates

[@pramitlahiri1978]

15:52

[@ShubhamGupta-sw2zj]

Bhai❤️

[@satishbisht1174]

I did Data Scientist course in 2021 when I couldn't make UPSC in 3rd attempts now earning not that much but sufficient enough to live a good life. IIT Delhi Offers Data Scientist Course.

[@uddeshyamishra1814]

Brother which course please suggest any links??

[@deepakbaranwal7919]

Hi Satish. What's package one is getting after data science course from iit delhi..

[@sakshisoni6522]

Is it online or offline?

[@satishbisht1174]

@@deepakbaranwal7919 4-5 lac per annum depends on which company interview you crack

[@satishbisht1174]

Don't think UPSC is the end I have seen many Humanities students are doing job as a full stack developer by doing 6 months course. Python you can easily learn.

[@nupurpaul4567]

Sir maine edsarrthi ka QEP liya hai, MK yadav sir ki leni zaroorat hai?

[@saumayatripathi3919]

Sir please strategy to clear upsc 2024 exam with job.

[@avijadhav9350]

Sir, which app you're using to teach like this ?

[@yashbedmutha1802]

Sir share your evaluated marksheet s toppers copy😊

[@shubhamdixit6359]

Sir you told about telling source Ha PR

[@katravathtagur8086]

I gave two attemts but unfortunately not cleared prelims due to lack of guidance. My age will be 23 by august 15 . I think i didnt give my 100 percent effort in those attempts. Should i have a backup plan now or should i prepare for next attempt seriously? By the way, i belong to ST category.

[@jinfin221]

Bro iim mein admission ho jayega ST category se aaram se.

[@callykoi2122]

I hv done graduation.। Prep from 2019 scnd atrempt not qualified m thinking of doing msc chemistry is it gud option???

[@ClarityforUPSC-moderator]

if there is a financial issue at home, look for a job instead of again going into academics.

[@vysh_7]

Can i give ielts and do masters abroad choosing my upsc optional as major

[@sheilakijawani2526]

Yes

[@jinfin221]

Make sure it's a useful degree though.

[@Xyzzz495]

I thought this will be a one to one session..but this time i dont like this session personally....they are just telling that what is way ahead..they are not assuming our's side... But thank you 🙏 for ur efforts 😊

[@anujtiwari6422]

Very true

[@anujtiwari6422]

I think shivin sir is trying get elaboration from ma'am like what's job opportunity and what courses(name) and which companies and website but ma'am is not responding on this way.

[@Xyzzz495]

@@anujtiwari6422 may be...but personally I'm not satisfied

[@truptimayeemohanty1015]

Helpful session

[@SUMITKUMAR-ix3mv]

Bhaiya i didn't get good rank in jee mains (Dropper). Pls give me ur opinion what should I do. I have two options 1) take second drop for Jee mains and get into good NITs(if i do this my first attempt will be in 2028 with strong backup plan e.g. 30lpa-40lpa package) 2)take admission in Bsc/BA and start preparing for upsc (if i do this my first attempt will be in 2026 with, 10-12lpa package IIT Madras BS online degree,) My family income is 5-6lakh per year Pls give me ur personal opinion pls Should I go for Delhi for upsc prep?

[@Pinky31134]

Opt for 1st option if you are confident on this and take drop then

[@thevViPVED]

Opt for 1st option and if you are really passionate for upsc then seriously devote 4-6hrs daily for upsc during your college and in rest 18-20hrs enjoy your college and personal life... Remember upsc is not only about reading and studying its about overall personality... So if you can follow this for four years of your graduation then you can go with this option...

[@thevViPVED]

And after completing graduation go for placement or max. 1-2 years gap... As during those college years you would have invested enough and prepared sufficiently for giving upsc without much difficulty... And you would also have developed a skill which preparation while doing the job... The time and energy management

[@Canvas2.000]

@@thevViPVED tnx