u/Embarrassed_Gain1760

I’m from a PCB background and like many students, NEET was supposed to be the “default path.” But honestly, I’m realizing medicine may not be for everyone.

Huge competition, long journey, uncertain outcomes, and not everyone feels excited about becoming a doctor after years of preparation.

So I genuinely want to know from people who had only PCB in 12th and decided to leave NEET:

What career path did you choose instead?

Are you satisfied now?

What courses/jobs actually worked for you?

Did you go into biotech, BSc + MBA, government exams, research, healthcare management, coding, abroad studies, etc.?

How did you handle pressure from family/society?

I feel stuck between “safe options” and “real interest,” so I’d love honest opinions from people who’ve been through this.

Please share real stories — successful or struggling both. It might help many PCB students who feel lost right now.

Need honest guidance from people who know MBA admissions / CAT process.

My profile:

10th: 92%

12th: 69%

Category: OBC

Currently in 1st year BSc

I’m aiming for top B-schools / top IIMs in the future through CAT.

I know my 12th score is the weak point, so I wanted to ask honestly — has anyone with a similar profile (especially lower 12th marks but strong CAT score) converted top IIMs or top B-schools?

What CAT percentile and overall profile would be needed realistically?

Would appreciate real examples and honest advice.

Hi everyone, I’m trying to understand the long-term reality of corporate careers after a Tier-1 MBA (IIMs, XLRI, FMS, etc.).

Many people focus on getting into a top MBA college, but I want to know what happens after that. I’ve heard that just having the degree isn’t enough, and if someone stops growing, companies can replace them or their career can stagnate within a few years.

So I wanted to ask:

After a Tier-1 MBA, what skills do people need to keep building to stay valuable in the market?

How important are communication, leadership, networking, analytics, tech skills, AI awareness, etc.?

Do people get “kicked out” or become irrelevant if they stop upgrading themselves?

After 5–10 years, does the MBA brand still matter, or only actual performance matters?

What separates those who keep rising vs those who plateau?

How stressful is it to stay competitive long-term?

I’m asking because I don’t just want to chase a degree — I want to understand the full reality of building a sustainable career after it.

Hi everyone, I’m trying to understand the real picture behind the IIM MBA dream.

We often hear about huge salary packages, successful alumni, and the “IIM tag” changing lives. But I want to know the practical reality from people who’ve seen it closely or lived it themselves.

My questions are:

How successful is the average IIM MBA graduate in the long run?

Is career growth actually faster and more stable after graduating from an IIM?

Do most people end up financially secure, or is that only true for top performers?

How much does the IIM brand help after 5–10 years compared to skills and work performance?

Is taking loans and spending 2 years for an IIM MBA truly worth it in today’s market?

Are there regrets people have after joining?

I’m especially interested in honest answers, not just placement brochure numbers.

Hi everyone, I need honest advice.

I come from a PCB background. Like many students, I once thought medical was the default path. But over time I realized becoming a doctor doesn’t excite me, and I don’t see myself studying for many more years just because society expects it.

Now I feel confused and behind. I don’t know what career path to choose next. I want something that has growth, respect, good income, and where I can build a strong future. I’m willing to work hard and learn new skills, even outside biology.

Sometimes I feel scared because I don’t come from commerce/math background, so options like MBA/business/corporate world feel intimidating. But at the same time, those fields attract me more than medicine now.

Has anyone here switched paths after PCB?

What careers did you choose?

How did you deal with confusion and fear of starting over?

I’d really appreciate real guidance, especially from people who were once in the same situation.