Five routes
| Route | What it involves | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Tutoring | Subject teaching for school students | Seasonal, competitive |
| Career mentoring | Guiding students and professionals | Needs training and trust-building |
| Skills training | Communication, digital or vocational skills | Needs curriculum and certification |
| School workshops | Sessions for students and parents | Needs school relationships |
| Online content | Courses, videos, guides | Slow to build an audience |
Choosing a route
Match the route to your experience, the time you can give, and the people you most want to help. Start small and test before investing heavily.
Policy context: the National Education Policy 2020 (checked 2026-10-28) emphasises counselling and career guidance in schools.
Becoming a certified career mentor
Dheya's Mentor University offers a structured certification pathway for people who want to mentor students and professionals. Training is led by Master Mentors, who supervise early casework. Current fees are ₹29,500 including GST for Tier 1, or ₹47,200 including GST for Tier 1 and Tier 2 together; see the Mentor University page for batch dates.
Earnings depend on your own effort, local demand and the clients you work with. No income is guaranteed.