India's only social enterprise helping UPSC aspirants get into a professional career
Initiative by UPSC aspirants for UPSC aspirants:
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PLAN B FOR UPSC ASPIRANTS: BECAUSE YOUR SKILLS DESERVE MORE THAN ONE PATH
Preparing for UPSC builds more than just exam knowledge – it sharpens your thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Even if the civil services journey doesn’t go as planned, your efforts are never wasted. At Rebounce Careers, we help you channel these capabilities into impactful careers in Public Policy, Social Impact Consulting, Political Consulting, and many more. Your journey doesn’t stop here – it evolves. Let us help you turn preparation into purpose, and ambition into action.
Why you need a UPSC PLAN B?
UPSC is Uncertain
Very Low Selection Rate
Multiple Impact Paths
Career Security
Sustainable Preparation
Who is this INITIATIVE for?
The “One More Attempt” Club
Build industry-ready skills as UPSC Plan B alongside your UPSC preparation journey.
The “What Next?” Batch
Transition confidently into meaningful alternative career opportunities beyond UPSC prep.
The Weekend Warriors
Move from current job to high-growth careers in Public Policy, Political Consulting & more.
ALTERNATIVE JOBS FOR UPSC ASPIRANTS:
SHAPE IMPACT BEYOND CIVIL SERVICES
UPSC preparation equips you with sharp analytical, research, and problem-solving skills — all highly valued in careers beyond civil services.
At Rebounce Careers, we help you explore real jobs for failed UPSC aspirants that allow you to stay connected to public service — through policy, politics, or impact-driven work.
Public Policy & Governance
Work with think tanks, NGOs, or government bodies to drive reform and contribute towards evidence based policymaking. Your understanding of governance and current affairs can directly shape better outcomes for citizens.
Social Impact Consulting
Help solve real-world challenges in education, health, and rural development. Use your structured thinking and research skills to create change at the grassroots level.
Political Consulting
An emerging space where you guide campaigns on strategy, voter outreach, and communication. Your grasp of political systems and public sentiment gives you a unique edge.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Bridge the gap between public thinking and business strategy by designing programs that deliver measurable impact on communities.
NGO Jobs for UPSC Aspirants
Your grassroots awareness and policy insights are powerful assets for NGOs working on real-world change – from education to livelihoods and health.
Overall, whether you’ve cleared Prelims, attempted Mains, or didn’t qualify the interview— there are rewarding jobs for and alternate career paths for IAS aspirants who want to contribute beyond the exam. These careers let you stay connected to public service, apply your UPSC preparation, and create real impact — even beyond the government.
Is UPSC PLAN B for You?
UPSC Plan B is not for you if:
➦ You’re okay with starting from scratch if UPSC doesn’t work out
➦ You’re willing to risk your entire future on one exam
➦ You believe UPSC Plan B is for “losers,” not smart planners
➦ You think UPSC Plan B means you’re giving up too soon
But UPSC Plan B is for you if:
➦ You want to convert UPSC preparation into professional opportunities
➦ You’re still preparing but want UPSC Plan B as a safety net
➦ You’re aiming for top roles in Public Policy, Consulting, and more
➦ You want to have UPSC Plan B to stay confident, and employable
UPSC Plan B is not a fallback. It’s your launchpad for fulfilling opportunities beyond the exam.
Know Our ALUMNI
Successfully helped 500+ candidates in getting placed in reputed organizations
Know the PROGRAMS
PUBLIC POLICY
Applied Public Policy Lab
STRUCTURE:
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Phase 1 (2 months)
Public Policy Upskilling
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Phase 2 (2 months)
Public Policy Project
Phase 3 (12 months)
End to End Career Support
No. of live masterclasses:
35+
Cohort Starts:
11 July
Ideal for: UPSC Aspirants targeting premium UPSC Plan B roles in Public Policy, Development Sector, Multilaterals & more.
Public Policy & Data Analytics
Applied Public Policy Lab (Data Analytics)
STRUCTURE:
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Phase 1 (2 months)
Public Policy Upskilling
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Phase 2 (2 months)
Data Analytics Upskilling Policy Project
Phase 3 (12 months)
End to End Career Support
No. of live masterclasses:
50+
Cohort Starts:
11 July
Ideal for: UPSC Aspirants targeting quantitative, strategic and consulting UPSC Plan B roles in leading organisations.
POLITICAL CONSULTING
Applied Political Consulting Lab
STRUCTURE:
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Phase 1 (2 months)
Political Consulting Upskilling
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Phase 2 (2 months)
Political Consulting Project
Phase 3 (2 months)
End to End Career Support
No. of live masterclasses:
35+
Cohort Starts:
11 July
Ideal for: Students/Entry Level Professionals aiming for premium roles in prestigious Political Consulting organisations.
POLITICAL CONSULTING & DATA ANALYTICS
Applied Political Consulting Lab (Data Analytics)
STRUCTURE:
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Phase 1 (2 months)
Political Consulting Upskilling
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Phase 2 (2 months)
Data Analytics Upskilling, Project and strategy paper
Phase 3 (12 months)
End to End Career Support
No. of live masterclasses:
45+
Cohort Starts:
11 July
Ideal for: Students/Entry Level Professionals targeting quantitative and strategic roles in leading political consulting organisations.
POLICY AND POLITICS
Public & Politics
STRUCTURE:
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Phase 1 (2 months)
Public Policy Upskilling, Political Consulting Upskilling
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Phase 2 (2 months)
Project on Public Policy/Political Consulting
Phase 3 (12 months)
End to End Career Support
No. of live masterclasses:
45+
Cohort Starts:
11 July
Ideal for: UPSC Aspirants exploring both Public Policy & Political Consulting as UPSC Plan B careers and aiming to break into premium roles in one of these.
POLICY INTELLIGENCE
Policy, Politics & Data
STRUCTURE:
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Phase 1 (2 months)
Public Policy Upskilling, Political Consulting Upskilling
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Phase 2 (2 months)
Data Analytics Upskilling, Policy/Politics Project
Phase 3 (12 months)
End to End Career Support
No. of live masterclasses:
60+
Cohort Starts:
11 July
Ideal for: UPSC Aspirants aiming for premium roles in Public Policy, Impact Consulting, and Political Consulting across research, strategy, analytics and execution as their UPSC Plan B
Problems UPSC ASPIRANTS Face While Transitioning
Solving in The REBOUNCE Way
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Market Relevant Upskilling
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Portfolio Building & Real Evidence
Build 1 major project and 10+ guided assignments each worthy to be mentioned in Resume
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Career Readiness & Placement Support
Built By Former UPSC ASPIRANTS
Akshat Agarwal
Public Policy Veteran | Ex-UPSC Aspirant | Co-Founder, Rebounce
- Master’s (Economics), Delhi School of Economics
- 15+ years of experience in Public Policy & Analytics
- Held leadership roles with top brands like PwC, Pratham and EIU
- Guided 1000+ candidates in last 2 years to transition to Public Policy roles
- Worked on high impact projects with World Bank, ADB and more
Jigyasu Agarwal
Political Strategist | Ex-UPSC Aspirant | Co-Founder, Rebounce
- B.Tech, Electrical Engineering, NIT Patna
- 5+ years of experience in Consulting & Management
- Former Manager, Nation with NaMo
- Former Consultant, ABB (Swiss MNC – Robotics & Automation)
- Strategic Advisor to prominent National & State-Level Leaders
Frequently Asked QUESTION's
- CV & LinkedIn positioning
- Interview preparation
- Application strategy
- Curated opportunities
- Recruiter-oriented guidance