Civil Service Aspirant? Here's A List Of Best Backup Plans If You Don't Clear UPSC Civil Services Exam

Clearing the civil services examination (CSE) is the dream of many Indians. However, despite lakhs preparing for the UPSC every year, only a miniscule 0.2% actually pass the exam. And few have a backup plan. But with the vast amount of knowledge gained while preparing for the examination, one needn¡¯t worry that much.

Best backup plans if you don¡¯t clear UPSC CSE

Here are the top backup plans if you don¡¯t clear the UPSC:

Opt for state civil services exams

Consider appearing for exams conducted by state-level Public Service Commissions for various government job opportunities within your state.

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Pursue higher education

Pursuing higher studies in a subject of your choice is always a good option. This could be a master¡¯s degree or any specialised courses that align with your career goals.

Join Public Sector Undertaking (PSUs)

Apply for jobs in PSUs or government-owned corporations where your skills and qualification are relevant.

Look for job openings in Public Sector Undertakings like BHEL, ONGC, IOCL, and NTPC, which offer positions in engineering, management, finance, and other fields.

Banking sector jobs

Consider jobs in banking sector such as probationary officers (POs) in nationalised banks or clerical positions.

You can prepare for exams such as the IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection) or SBI (State Bank of India) exams for positions like Probationary Officer (PO) or Clerk.

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SSC exams

Look into exams conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for recruitment to various government departments and organisations, including Group B and Group C posts.

NGOs

Consider working with NGOs or nonprofit organizations dedicated to social causes and development work in areas such as education, healthcare, environment, and human rights.

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Remember that there are numerous career paths available, and clearing the UPSC exam is just one of them. It's essential to assess your interests, strengths, and career goals to choose the path that aligns best with your aspirations.

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