Sameer Dhougoda
Graphic Designer
After the SLC results, like everybody else my main priority too was look for a college. I went hunting for one on my own. My wish was to pursue computer science since I was really interested in the multimedia. However, much to my disappointment, the course turned out to be too expensive. With separate admission charges, training and lab charges and such, computer science was out of my budget. Even though it has been 12 years since I sat for my SLC exams, I still vividly remember fretting about the finances. It was, hands down, my biggest problem at the moment and as it turned out, I had to give in. I ended up taking Business Management. So +2 for me, was exactly like school. I was studying only because that was what was expected of me. Later on though I did get my way and I pursued my passion in Singapore.
Kanchan Rawat
Clinical Supervisor, Health and Counseling
I had made up my mind about taking up science after SLC. That was already settled. I was a good student in school as well so I wasn’t worried about the results but I was nervous about whether or not I’d get an opportunity to attend a good college. I lived in Nepalgunj at the time and compared to the capital, we obviously did not have the same standards. I was very eager to get good guidance from the start but at the same time, I worried if my parents would be able to afford it. In a way, I feel like I put too much expectation on those initial years. Now I realize that was not necessary. +2 isn’t where all the opportunities end, not by a long shot. I completed my +2 in Nepalgunj itself, then came to Kathmandu for my Bachelors. So far, so good.
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Anuj Mahat
Entrepreneur
People said it is an Iron Gate, but I later realized that it is a rusted one. The exam is not what people project it to be. Of course, you have to study and I did that too. My friends and I used to stay in a group and help each other study subjects that others found difficult. We were supportive of one another and I think that it was the most important thing. We shared knowledge and what young graduates need to keep in mind is that it is not the optimum point in life. In fact, it is a continuous process and what you need to keep in mind is that you try to gain practical knowledge. You need to allocate time for important things in life and learn how to manage it. You will come to know that you can face many difficulties with courage if you do that.
Sarswati Khatri
Intern at Gokarna Forest Resort
What I remember the most after SLC is the flood of advices that came my way. Everybody seemed to have an opinion about which subject I should pursue. As it is, I wasn’t quite sure what I wanted to do but the jumble of advices made matters worse. My friends and I went hunting for colleges and collecting the forms. I remember we had even made plans to take the same courses. But in hindsight, I guess that was childish. It certainly didn’t end up that way. Down the line, there was a moment I considered taking nursing classes as well. But one fateful day, my brother and I had a discussion. He was in favor of hotel management. He made me realize that it was more suited to my interests and that it held better opportunities as well. It made a lot of sense so in the end I went with Hotel Management. After SLC, there are so many options to choose from. At the time, it might be overwhelming but I believe you have to be patient. You will figure it out.
Priyanka Chand
MA student
I remember SLC year because I grew so thin from all the pressure, that I still haven’t been able to make up for the lost kilos. I used to be one of the top five students during my school time and my parents and teachers expected me to score a lot, and by that, I mean distinction. I had a lot of pressure as I too wanted to score at least 85 percent. I thought that if I studied an extra hour, I would get at least a couple of more marks, so I stayed with my books. I used to love engaging myself in sports; I played a lot of carom board and chess, which I gave up during that time. Looking back, I wish I hadn’t done that. I feel as if those experiences are priceless, and no amount of percentage can make up for a good time.
Jai Pradhan
RJ
People tell you all these things about SLC, as if there is no life after it and that everything is a cake walk compared to it. But that’s not true. Students now need to know that it is just a stepping stone to go to college and all the wonderful things in life. Of course this isn’t the final exam – there are lots after that, and the toughest and the most difficult ones are non-academic. You better learn to watch out for it. But no matter what people say, I think that SLC year was the best year of my hostel life. We were confined in school throughout the year and even during winter vacation, our teachers didn’t allow us to go home. We weren’t sad though. I had a lot of fun studying with my buddies. They were emotionally motivating and we got through fine, it was pretty cool.
