What to do now

Here is the backstory: I pursued CA but left after a few attempts at the CA Inter level. Having lost my confidence in achieving something big, I followed my parents' suggestions and began preparing for various government exams, including Banking and Railways. Since the syllabus for these exams overlaps with the CAT and XAT, I thought of appearing in every one of them till the DEC2026. I hoped I might eventually land a position somewhere.

In the process, I discovered the CFA program. After doing some research, I realized it aligns perfectly with my interests, so I applied for a scholarship. I had planned to dedicate myself entirely to the CFA if I received it and leave everything else behind. However, I didn't get the scholarship. Now what? Should I pay the early bird fee? Will it be worth it, or should I look for internships instead?