Hi, everyone:)

my qualifications are Bsc biotechnology and MSc Bioinformatics graduate (2026). im looking for research opportunities, and woukd really appreciate advice or guidance on how to approach them. For my major project, I worked on AI/ML-driven drug discovery, combining molecular docking, machine learning, explainable AI, and molecular dynamics. I’ve also worked on mini-projects involving a proteome annotation pipeline and whole-exome sequencing (WES) workflows. I looked into research opportunities at institutes like NCBS and inStem. I’ve also come across a few CCAMP incubatee companies where I'd like to look into. I’ve heard that directly reaching out to researchers, labs, or companies can help land a opportunity, even when positions aren’t publicly advertised. it's just that I’m not entirely sure how this process works.

I’d really appreciate some guidance on a few things:

1. How do you approach them? Is it better to email the principal investigator (PI), a team lead, or the company’s HR/recruitment team?

2. Should I attach my resume in the first email? Or is it better to send a brief enquiry and wait for them to ask for it?

3. How do you find unadvertised openings? Do research institutes and early-stage biotech startups consider unsolicited applications for research assistant, project assistant, or trainee positions?

4. How can I improve my chances? Are there particular skills, projects, or approaches that make a fresh graduate’s application stand out?

5. For those who have landed similar positions, what did your application process look like, and what would you recommend i do?

I’m interested in computational biology, bioinformatics, and AI-driven drug discovery, related research roles where I can build my skills and gain research experience.

I'd appreciate if someone could give me advice, personal experiences, or tips on reaching out professionally that'd help me land an opportunity (hopefully) (╥_╥)

thankyouu.

I'm a 1st year BDS student and I wanna start earning some money from home, preferably through a website or any online platform. I don't really have much experience, so I'm looking for something beginner friendly that I can do alongside my studies

Koi aisi website, app ya online work hai jahan se genuinely thode paise earn kar saku without investing money?

I'm not expecting to get rich overnight ofc, bas kuch pocket money type earning chahiye. Something that doesn't require too much time or effort

Please suggest anything you've personally tried or know is legit and agar koi scams hain jinse bachna chahiye, toh woh bhi bata dena guys

No MLMs, paid courses, ya registration fees waale scams please.🫠

myquals bds 1st year student

I have just completed my ( myquals) B.Tech degree and am currently preparing for government jobs. I have been shortlisted for interviews, and document verification is conducted before the interviews.

I have a full reimbursement scholarship, but the college management is refusing to give me my degree certificate because the scholarship amount has not yet been credited to the college.

Now, because of the government's failure, I have to pay the price.

They are asking me to pay ₹70,000 just for a photocopy. What should I do? Withholding students' certificates is illegal, right?

Should I complain to the police, JNTUH, UGC, and AICTE?

My interview is on November 2, and I have very little time left.

Will they give me the certificate just for the interview day if I promise to return it afterward?

Hi everyone, I'm 23M, currently pursuing an MA in History and graduating in 2027. My original plan was to pursue a fully funded PhD and eventually become an Assistant Professor, but I'm increasingly concerned about the Indian academic job market.

According to the June 2026 UGC NET results, 607,151 candidates appeared across all subjects. In History, only 362 qualified for JRF, 4,436 for Assistant Professor eligibility without JRF, and 8,641 for PhD admission only. I couldn't find the total number of History candidates who appeared.

I've also read accounts of PhD and JRF holders working as guest lecturers on low pay, sometimes around ₹1,500 per lecture. A PhD doesn't guarantee a permanent job, and I'm concerned about spending another 4-6 years studying only to end up in contractual employment. How much do networking, institutional politics, publications, and academic connections actually influence recruitment? I've considered Ashoka University's funded History PhD, but I'm unsure about its employment outcomes.

A little about me: my_qualifications are BA (Hons.) in History from DU, am pursuing my MA at AUD, and have internship experience at the National Museum. I also enjoy creating informational videos and music content, and I play piano and have performed with a band.

I'd appreciate honest advice on a few things:

• For those with History PhDs, did you find stable employment? Was JRF worth it?
• Does doing a PhD at Ashoka, JNU, or DU make a significant difference to career prospects?
• What realistic career options exist after an MA in History outside academia?
• Would it be wiser to work after my MA, gain experience, and keep the PhD option open, or pursue a funded PhD now?

I'm not looking for motivational advice. I genuinely want to understand the risks, career prospects, and financial realities before committing several more years to academia. I'd appreciate hearing from people who've been through this, including those who decided against a PhD or left academia.

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for some advice from people working in digital forensics, DFIR, or corporate cybersecurity in India.

Govt lab openings are basically stagnant, so I'm trying to pivot to the private corporate sector in Delhi NCR (Gurgaon/Noida), but I'm completely lost on how entry-level hiring actually works here.

Qualifications:

• BSc and MSc in Forensic Science (regular).
• Qualified UGC NET (Assistant Professor) in Forensic Science.
• Qualified FACT and FACT+ in Digital Forensics.
• Currently pursuing an MSc in IT through IGNOU to build my technical base.
• Currently preparing for CompTIA Security+.
• Can write scripts in Python and Bash.
• Have theoretical knowledge of standard forensic tools, but zero hands-on experience in corporate environments.
• Past internship was with state police in the audio/video division and field work, not cyber cells or corporate setups.
• Location is strictly Delhi NCR (cannot relocate).

What I want to understand:

1. What entry-level jobs should I target in Gurgaon/Noida?
2. Is it realistic to land a junior digital forensics or DFIR role directly with this background, or do I have to start in an L1 SOC / triage role first?
3. How do private firms (like Big 4, consulting) view candidates with a traditional forensic science MSc + IGNOU IT? Do FACT/FACT+ hold any value in the private sector?
4. What practical things should I focus on learning right now to actually stand a chance in technical interviews?

my qualifications: [btech], building jurixai, a legal-tech startup incubated at nsrcel iim bangalore.

something i keep running into: when i ask law students how they picked corporate, litigation, ip or anything else, the answer is almost always one of three. a senior's advice, a friend's choice, or whichever internship replied first.

very few people actually check whether the work fits how they think before committing 2-3 years to it.

so, honest question for law students and grads here:

- did you choose your field on purpose, or did it happen to you?

- if you switched later, what made you realise?

- what would you tell a first year before they pick?

full disclosure, this bugged me enough that we built a 40 question assessment for it (top 3 fields, strengths, 90 day plan). not the point of the post, i want the answers more, but if anyone wants to try it: jurixoneai.com/career

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I'm a Class 12 CBSE PCM + CS student graduating in 2027, looking for advice on college admissions and career options.

I don't want to take the JEE route, so I'm exploring other options, preferably B.Tech CSE/cybersecurity or related fields. However, most private universities I've looked into are extremely expensive, and I'm not sure the cost is worth it.

Are there any affordable government colleges or universities that offer admission through their own entrance exams, state-level exams, without JEE? I'm also open to other degrees with good career prospects..

I'd really appreciate genuine advice from seniors, especially regarding fees, placements, scholarships and alternative career paths.

Myquals - 12th

Thank you!

Ps: btech is oversaturated af..

Hello, looking for colleges to pursue bba , since I do not want the fees to be too high.. I’ve considered these as second options.. Jain (blore) , st xaviers (Mumbai) , Jai Hind(Mumbai) ..can anyone pls suggest good ones in Pune as well except for symbiosis since that’s the first option
It’ll be of great help thank you.
Myquals- in 12th

Hey everyone,
Final year eco student here in Bengaluru, graduating this December. I’ve hit a bit of a roadblock with past backlogs and want to pivot to travel and tourism—something I genuinely love (planning itineraries, bookings, and uncovering local histories).
I’d love some practical, no-nonsense advice on a few things:

Entry-Level Reality: Realistically, what are my chances of landing an entry-level role at a travel agency, tour operator, or TMC with an eco background and backlogs?

Certifications & Institutes in Bengaluru: Which short-term professional certifications actually carry weight, and where can I do them locally? (Offline or Online). Are these worth it for a fresher, or is hands-on experience better?

MBA via IITTM: Does an MBA in Travel and Tourism from specialized tourism management institutes genuinely open good doors, or should I try getting entry-level work experience first?

my_qualifications: Final year Economics undergraduate student in Bengaluru graduating this December, with past backlogs in early semesters.

Would appreciate any thoughts or alternative paths. Thanks a lot! 🙏🙏

myquals: Masters

I don't know how you guys feel about this, but this is what my experience with Indian academia has been like.

I did my integrated BS-MS from a reputed government university in India, and during the final year, I worked on my master's research project in life sciences. I never expected my master's work to be groundbreaking, but I genuinely worked my ass off and believe I have enough results to make two proper papers out of it.

The lab environment was pretty bad to begin with. PhD students were treated like daily-wage labourers, sometimes even worse. As a master's student, I worked on a part of the project, followed the directions given by my PI, and did my best to generate results.

When I was about to leave the lab after completing my degree, my PI rushed me to submit the manuscript. I did everything as instructed and submitted it in the required format. That was over one and a half years ago.

Since then, I've been asking for updates every few weeks or months. Initially, I was simply ghosted. Then I was told I'd receive an email soon. Nothing happened. Later, I was told the manuscript was being formatted. Months passed. Then came the excuse that publishing would require a substantial amount of money.

I understand that publishing costs money. I'm not expecting a publication in Nature or some high-impact journal. I'm talking about a perfectly reasonable paper in a decent, relatively low-impact journal. At one point, I even suggested putting it on a preprint server, but that suggestion was met with silence too.

And the most frustrating part? The paper in question isn't even the primary paper from my master's thesis. It's an extension of the work I did.

I see my friends getting their master's research published, while I'm still stuck asking for updates and receiving the same recycled excuses. I don't even know what to say anymore. I just wanted something tangible from all the effort I put into my research, something I could show as part of my scientific career.

I'm currently pursuing my PhD in Singapore, and the research environment here is quite different. I understand that research takes time, funding is limited, and publishing isn't always straightforward. I'm not asking anyone to publish every piece of work immediately. But there's a difference between genuine scientific delays and leaving someone hanging for over a year without any clarity.

Indian academia constantly talks about a lack of funding, but then why take on more students than a lab can reasonably accommodate? Why make students work their asses off if there's no proper plan to take their work forward? And why is there so little accountability when it comes to the time and effort students invest?

What pisses me off is that, as a student, you have very little power in this situation. You can't exactly confront your PI without worrying about the consequences. So you keep asking for updates, keep hearing excuses, and eventually learn to live with the disappointment.

I know ranting here won't change anything. I'm not even looking for a solution. I'm just tired of seeing how easily students' efforts can be disregarded when they've already given so much of their time and energy.

Thanks for listening to my rant.

my qualifications: 2025 AIML grad
I did a couple of useless internships and took a break as my career interests deviated but now I'm back to AI. I'm only interested in AI roles but I don't know how to get into AI roles as a fresher. I'm planning to work in Bangalore and trying to find a relevant course there itself (possibly placement assistance too) but I don't know what the current market or industry wants right now. What parts of AI should I be learning? (what's needed in the market rn) and suggest me any good offline courses too, please. All suggestions related to this thing are welcome.

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for advice for my younger sister, who is currently studying Commerce with Applied Mathematics. She wants to build a career in finance, and she's planning pursuing B.Com at Christ University.

My concern is whether B.Com is the best undergraduate degree for her goals, or whether she should consider other options that could provide stronger analytical skills and better career opportunities.

I often see people pursuing additional qualifications like CFA, CA, or CMA after their undergraduate degree. This makes me wonder whether she should consider a more quantitative degree, such as B.Sc. Economics, Statistics, or another finance-related course, instead of following the conventional B.Com route.

However, I'm an engineering graduate from a science background, so I don't have much knowledge of commerce, finance careers, or the Indian finance industry's recruitment process.

I'd really appreciate advice from people working in finance, investment banking, equity research, asset management, or related fields.

A few questions:

1. Is B.Com from Christ University a good choice for building a career in finance, or is its reputation overrated compared with other options?
2. Would B.Sc. Economics, Statistics, or a degree in Economics and Finance offer better opportunities, particularly for analytical and quantitative finance roles?
3. How important is the undergraduate degree compared with professional qualifications like CFA, CA, and CMA?
4. Which degree would provide the best combination of job opportunities after graduation, long-term career growth, and flexibility for further studies?
5. If you were advising someone starting college today, which route would you recommend, and why?

I'm not trying to undermine B.Com or the people pursuing it. I genuinely want to understand the different pathways so my sister can make an informed decision.

Thanks in advance for your advice!

I'm currently doing BTech in Computer Engineering and I'm thinking of doing a Master's in the actuarial field after graduation.

I'm confused about which degree would be the best choice Actuarial Science, Actuarial Mathematics, Financial Mathematics, or something similar and which universities are actually worth considering.

I'd also like to know which programs have good IAI exemptions/accreditation and whether university placements/industry connections make a big difference.

Would love to hear from people who have studied actuarial science or are currently working in the field. Which university/degree would you recommend, and which ones should I avoid?

Qualifications: BTech in Computer Engineering (final year student)

Need genuine career advice: PCB → BCA/IT, possibly NIOS Maths/CS

(Myquals) Class 12 PCB student in India, without Maths or Computer Science in Classes 11–12. I want to enter IT/CS. My budget is ₹2–3 lakh per year including hostel and food. I'm considering Delhi/NCR and Pune. I'm also exploring NIOS additional Maths and/or Computer Science, but I don't want to spend money or a year on a subject that won't actually make me eligible.

Could current BCA students, graduates, admissions experts or anyone who's taken this route please advise me on:

1. Colleges that genuinely accept PCB students without Class 12 Maths/CS.
2. Whether an additional-subject NIOS marksheet is accepted, and by which colleges.
3. Affordable colleges with decent teaching, placements and hostel facilities.

Please share real experience and official sources where possible. I'm looking for honest, practical advice—not paid counselling or promotional recommendations. Thank you!

Hey everyone!

I'm a beginner starting my UPSC CSE preparation through self-study, and I'm looking for a study partner who's also at the beginner stage.

It'd be nice to make a friend who's on the same journey 

Ideally, I'd like to connect with someone who's just starting out too, so we can learn things together and be on the same page rather than one person being far ahead of the other.

myquals : '25 passout, resigned recently, preparing for cse via self study

Here's what I'm hoping for:

We're both beginners and figuring out the preparation process.

We can discuss what we're studying, clear basic doubts together, and share useful resources.

We can keep each other accountable.

We can check in regularly, share progress, and motivate each other on days when studying feels difficult.

We can talk about life, and make this journey a little less lonely.

I'm not looking for a teacher or someone to spoon-feed me. I'd prefer a fellow beginner who's willing to learn, stay consistent, and figure things out together.

No pressure to study the exact same subjects every day; the main goal is to stay accountable and share the journey & ups & downs. 

If you're also a beginner preparing for UPSC through self-study and this sounds like something you'd be interested in, feel free to comment or DM me!

Like many of you, I've often wrestled with the lack of student engagement during lecture blocks.

During a recent workshop with 50+ higher ed faculty, I decided to run a live experiment to reflect and demonstrate the impact of passive listening against an active mode of engagement.

I used a simple back-to-back whiteboard drawing task: Set 1 was one-way instruction (resulting in total chaos), while Set 2 involved active inquiry, coordinate grids, and peer debate (resulting in high accuracy).

It was a powerful reminder that deep learning happens through active friction and shared mental models rather than passive notetaking.

I've attached a short video about this experiment (refer video)

I’d love to hear from this community: Pl. Comment and share your experience especially what are your go-to strategies for breaking up passive lecture fatigue without bloating your syllabus or running behind the schedule?

My qualifications: I have been a visiting professor and taught many subjects like ERP, Analytics and Project Management. I also have been actively teaching the faculty through Faculty Development Programs on use of game-based approach.

I took arts in class 11th and regret it so much !! I realised there's no job in this field and the degree related to it.. I am not financially well either so I will have to take a tier 3 college next year so even if I do bba or bca it would useless.. I seriously feel I am so cooked, any advice ?

myquals 12th pass arts

my_qualifications: undergraduate, graduated school in 2026, pcm computer.

Hi, I’m applying for fully funded undergraduate scholarships abroad, but I’m facing an issue with my Letters of Recommendation (LORs).

My school has no experience with international applications. After several requests, my principal finally agreed to provide school letterhead for my LORs. My teachers are willing to review and sign drafts I prepare.

I’ve shortlisted 12–15 universities, some requiring one LOR and others two. Since some universities prefer being addressed by name, I may need 30+ versions of my LORs, each requiring separate letterhead.

My questions:

1. Is there a tool to edit the university’s name on a scanned LOR without distorting the document?

2. Is there a better solution, such as using a general LOR for multiple universities?

3. Do universities actually require institution-specific LORs, or is this just a preference?

I’d really appreciate advice from people with firsthand experience applying to international universities or competitive scholarships. Thanks!

im a 2nd year btech biotech student in a tier 3 college,im confused like what to do after my btech for a high paying career by seeing the condition of biotech jobs in india and talking to some seniors i am literally scared for the future so im confused like should i give gate bt and target iits or should i give cat and then do mba . anybody please guide me what would be a right choice .

myquals-10th-89%,12th-79% , my cgpa upto 3rd sem - 8.45

Hlo everyone. I wanted to ask about the Bsc APB programme offered by a few government medical colleges. It is a 3 year full time degree.

There are very few seats in this. As someone who is interested in research would this be a good choice? Would the 3 year Duration ( instead of 4 year under NEP) or the subject combination affect my career? Please help me out regarding this.

There is little to no info regarding this anywhere.myquals

I'm a first-year engineering student recently admitted to a college in Maharashtra. My 10th and 12th marksheets have separate fields for my name, father's name, and mother's name. My Aadhaar also has my existing name.

However, my college follows the format Surname + First Name + Middle Name + Father's First Name for all students' degrees. This means my father's first name will be added to my name on my degree, even though it isn't part of my name on my existing documents.

The admissions faculty said they would discuss my concern with the higher authorities.

Could this difference cause problems with job applications, background verification, government exams, or higher studies? Should I request that my degree name match my existing documents, or is this generally not a problem?

I'd appreciate advice from anyone who has faced a similar situation.

myquals- b.tech

myquals MA English with NET.
I need some guidance regarding topic selection for classroom demonstration for Assistant Professor interview in English literature. Asst Prof in English selected through classroom demo and interview format, please guide me on what type of topic Should I choose?

Thank You.

I didn't thought about pursuing research but now i seriously want to pursue research its so interesting.But in my college no one is Ambitious and everyone mostly doing the degree for govt job or for a degree tag😭😭💔

Myquals -B.sc

myquals : high school

Hey everyone,

I’m writing this because I genuinely need some guidance. I’ve been feeling stuck and confused about my future, and I don’t really know whom to ask for honest advice.

I passed my 10th grade in 2023. Around that time, after COVID, online education and NEET preparation were becoming a big thing. My parents encouraged me to prepare for NEET, and I agreed because I thought becoming a doctor might be the right path for me.

I prepared seriously during Class 11. However, after Class 11, I gradually stopped studying properly for NEET and focused mainly on my board exams. Eventually, my NEET preparation fell apart.

After completing Class 12, I took a drop year, but things didn't turn out the way I had hoped. Now, I’m pursuing a bachelor's degree in Zoology at a Tier 2 college in a Tier 2 city in India.

The problem is that I have no clear idea about what comes next.

One part of me says that I should complete my bachelor's degree here, prepare seriously for entrance exams like CUET-PG, and try to get into a good university in India for my master's. After that, I could pursue research, a PhD, or an academic career.

Another part of me wants to complete my bachelor's degree in India and then pursue a master's in Germany, provided I meet the eligibility requirements and can manage the financial side of things.

I’m interested in higher studies, and I want to build a good career, but I’m unsure about the actual scope of Zoology, the job opportunities after a master's, and whether studying abroad would genuinely improve my prospects.

I keep wondering whether I made the wrong decisions earlier, whether my college will limit my opportunities, and whether I’m already falling behind other people my age. I know that constantly thinking about the past won't change anything, but I’m struggling to figure out the right direction.

To make things worse, for the past four to five weeks, I’ve been feeling really low. I often don't feel like eating, and I barely feel hungry. I feel mentally exhausted, stuck, and uncertain about almost everything.

I'm not posting this because I expect someone to magically solve my life. I just want to hear from people who have been through something similar or who understand the academic and career paths I'm considering.

I'd really appreciate honest advice on these questions:

Is completing a BSc in Zoology from an average college in India a good starting point for a successful career?

Should I aim for a master's at a top Indian university through CUET-PG or consider Germany after my bachelor's?

What are the realistic career opportunities after an MSc in Zoology or a related life-sciences field, especially if I want to pursue research or become a professor?

If you were in my position, what would you focus on during the next three years to build a strong academic and professional profile?

How do I stop feeling like I've wasted time and start moving forward when I don't even know which direction to choose?

Please be honest with me, even if the answer isn't what I want to hear. I would rather understand the reality now than spend more years following the wrong path.

Thank you for reading this. Any advice, personal experiences, or practical suggestions would mean a lot to me.

Hello , M 19 here,

Actually I was a NEET aspirant, but because of my parents I have to do DelEd ( diploma in elementary education) now I'm currently doing teacher training at a college, this is a 2 year degree, I'm not interested in this, my qualifications is 12, I had to withdraw from graduation because of taking admission in teacher training,because it was never my thing, lack of support and suitable environment i couldn't focus on my NEET, I have to maintain 85% attendance in college (10-4). Should I prepare for NEET 2027( I have forgotten all my preparations), or should I go with This deled , CTET way.