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I am b.tech student and i am worried about my carrer.that should I go for networking carrer please suggest how to stared ?

asked 1 hour ago 1 0by Preeti Bhalavi
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I am not good in coding and i am worried about my carrer .That should go for cloud networking or cybersecurity

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Hi! I understand your worry. Being a B.Tech student and unsure about the future is completely normal. The good news is that you do not need to be good at coding for a successful networking or cybersecurity career. These fields are more about understanding how systems communicate and securing them, not writing complex code.

Since you are a fresher/graduate with no prior IT work experience, the Network Engineer roadmap is your best starting point. It builds a rock-solid foundation that you can later pivot into cloud or cybersecurity if you wish.

Here is a direct answer to your dilemma:

  • Networking is the base. It teaches you how data moves (routing, switching). It is the most logical first step.
  • Cybersecurity is a specialization. You can enter it after learning networking, as you need to know how networks work before you can secure them.
  • Cloud Networking is also a specialization. It is great, but it is easier to grasp after you understand on-premise networking.

Start with networking. It keeps all future doors open.

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Your Roadmap: Network Engineer

Roadmap

  1. 1

    Networking Foundation4 months

    Cisco CCNA

  2. 2

    Enterprise Routing, Switching & Troubleshooting8 months

    CCNP ENCOR, CCNP ENARSI, Real Troubleshooting — Routing, Real Troubleshooting — Switching

  3. 3

    Choose a specialization track12 months

    Network Security (CCNP Security, Palo Alto, Fortinet) OR Data Center (CCNP Datacenter, F5) OR Automation (DevNet, Python)

  • Stage 1 (4 months) Networking Foundation: Start with Cisco CCNA. This is your entry ticket. After this, you can apply for Junior Network Engineer or NOC roles.
  • Stage 2 (8 months) Enterprise Routing, Switching & Troubleshooting: Move to CCNP ENCOR and CCNP ENARSI. This makes you a skilled Network Engineer who can handle complex enterprise networks.
  • Stage 3 (12 months) Choose a specialization track: Pick one path based on your interest. Network Security (Fortinet, Palo Alto) is the closest bridge to cybersecurity. Automation (Python for Network Engineers) is for future-proofing.

What it pays in India (market ranges, not offers):

  • Junior Network Engineer / NOC: ₹4–7 LPA
  • Network Engineer (2–5 yrs): ₹9–18 LPA
  • Senior / Network Architect: ₹20–35+ LPA

Next step: Start with the Cisco CCNA course. It is the single most important certification for your profile. With focused study (2-3 hours daily), you can clear it in 4-5 months and be eligible for your first job as a NOC Engineer or Junior Network Engineer. After that, your salary jump to the ₹9-18 LPA bracket typically comes with 2-3 years of experience and your CCNP certification.

Follow the Network Kings YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@nwkings/videos) for free CCNA lessons to get started today. For structured learning and live batches, check nwkings.com.

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