AQUAJAVA's journey

I graduated with a B.Com (Hons) from SGTB Khalsa College, Delhi University, in 2025, achieving an 8.03 CGPA. I spent a considerable amount of time learning SQL, which I found fascinating, but unfortunately, it hasn't translated into job offers yet. I attempted the CAT exam in 2024 and 2025, scoring 94 percentile in the first attempt and 92 percentile in the second. Despite the decent scores, I didn't apply to any colleges after the first attempt, and when I did apply in 2025, the only interview I landed was with XIMB (Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar), which I didn't perform well in. Initially, I wasn't keen on pursuing an MBA without work experience, but due to family pressure, I felt compelled to explore that path. During my final year, I developed two significant projects focused on credit risk and retail analytics using SQL, Python, and Excel, which I was proud of. Since April, I've been actively applying for jobs targeting roles in data analysis, business analytics, and credit risk. I've reached out to over 300 people on LinkedIn and received one referral, but it didn't lead to an offer. The response to my applications has been disheartening—I've faced numerous rejections, particularly from MNCs and larger companies. I've also considered government bank exams as a backup option, but I've seen many negative comments about the work environment in those roles, which doesn't appeal to me. While I can handle work pressure, I want to be in a place where my contributions are valued. I'm feeling stuck and uncertain about my next steps. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!