Bangalore, July 16 - Mohit Ahuja, a 17-year-old Bangalore resident, has just come back from a month-long holiday to Singapore and is in no hurry to hit the college campus. He wants to extend his 'vacation' to think over his next career move.

He cleared his Class 12 examinations this year. But Mohit is in two minds - should he pursue engineering or should he complete his graduation in general science before going for a management degree?

'Most of my friends have got admitted to one college or another and are ready to continue their studies. But I am a bit confused on my next move. So I am at home now and want to plan my career properly before taking the next step,' Mohit told IANS over a cup of coffee in one of Bangalore's upscale cafes on M.G. Road.

Mohit is not alone. A new tribe of youngsters in India's IT hub Bangalore prefers to take a 'sabbatical' before making the next career move.

'On the lines of Western countries, more and more youths of Bangalore these days prefer to sit at home for a couple of months or a year also to plan their career,' career counsellor Kamal, who only writes his first name, told IANS.

'I will say, taking a break from studies is no wrong if the time is used correctly to upgrade a students' skills and thereby take the next career step.'

'Career moves must be backed with right decisions and proper timings. Instead of taking any hasty decisions, it is better to make a proper assessment of skills and available opportunities before enrolling in any new course,' added Kamal.

The decision of the youngsters seems to have support from guardians and parents.