2026 Graduate — ₹20k/month Job vs 6 Months GATE Prep, What Should I Choose?

I’m a 2026 graduate and currently earning around ₹20,000 per month.

I’m considering preparing for GATE for the next 6 months. The problem is that I can only choose one path: either continue with my job or take the 6 months seriously and prepare for GATE.

I’m confused about whether GATE is it worth the risk?

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u/Intelligent-Rice8335 — 2 days ago
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2026 Graduate — ₹20k/month Job vs 6 Months GATE Prep, What Should I Choose?

I’m a 2026 graduate and currently earning around ₹20,000 per month.

I’m considering preparing for GATE for the next 6 months. The problem is that I can only choose one path: either continue with my job or take the 6 months seriously and prepare for GATE.

I’m confused about whether GATE is worth taking the risk at this stage, especially since I already have a job.

If you were in my situation, what would you choose and why?

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u/Intelligent-Rice8335 — 2 days ago