Top 12 Career Options After Engineering in 2023

Higher study in engineering  Many students aspire to do further studies after engineering like M Tech/ME. The students who have completed their B.Tech/B.E. can prepare for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) which tests their understanding and knowledge of engineering subjects..

MBA after Engineering  Studying management is a popular choice among students after engineering. It helps in getting a high-paying job with lots of responsibility and exposure. The students who get admission to MBA through Common Aptitude Test (CAT) score are able to get admission to a good MBA college and a very good score can help to get into IIMs which are considered as the most prestigious business school.

Become an expert  There are many diploma and certification courses after engineering offered by various colleges in the subjects which are in demand. Today, many companies are looking for engineers who are experts in a specific field. Engineers who are familiar with the latest technologies like artificial intelligence, data science, and blockchain are in great demand. These high-quality courses also provide campus placements.

Entrepreneurship and startups  Earlier, engineers were not very confident with the concept of entrepreneurship. But, after seeing the success of many entrepreneurs, the new generation has started to enter this field. It requires a lot of patience but the returns one gets after great efforts are priceless. 

Campus Placements- Jobs in the private sector Most colleges hold campus placements drive for their students. These campus placements help students in getting high-pay jobs even before they get their degrees. The student should apply for the desired company and should do good preparation. The students have to work hard since their first year to get recruited by the company of their choice.

Public Service Undertaking  After engineering, one can enter government-run PSUs and get a well-paid job. There is a lot of competition to get a job in this sector. The student needs to clear GATE to get the job. There are many PSUs that announce the required GATE score for the application. 

 Civil Services Indian Engineering Services, etc The UPSC recruits engineers under the Indian Engineering Services. This is a government job opening that promises job security and opportunity for growth as well. At the state level, the state governments also recruit engineers under the respective state civil services. 

Merchant Navy  There is a high recruitment rate in the Merchant Navy also as they require someone to deal with the infrastructure development. These jobs are very reputable and high-paying. Opportunities exist in navigation, engineering.

Enter the private sector Still, looking for options before deciding what to do after engineering? While campus placements are an excellent source for getting leads for the private sector, it does no harm to indulge in some research of your own. 

Get a certification There’s no end to learning, especially if you are a curious soul forever willing to acquire knowledge and gain new skills. If you are someone who wishes to upskill before taking on a professional role, certifications are the right way to go. 

Join the Indian Armed Force The Indian Armed Force has three wings – the Indian Army, the Indian Air Force, and the Indian Navy. The Indian Army is land-based, whereas the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy are in charge of the air and water bodies, respectively. 

Web Development It is one of the in-demand fields which allows organisations to create a solid digital presence. It constitutes designing, programming,  and building robust applications and websites for the internet. 

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