3 LPA Backend job or M.Tech? Need advice (2026 Batch)

I'm a 2026 CSE graduate from Bangalore, and I'm currently confused between two options.

I recently got an offer for a Backend Developer role with a salary of 3 LPA.

My other option is to pursue M.Tech in Bangalore for the next 2 years (Starting from next month). During that time, I can focus heavily on DSA, development, projects, internships, and prepare properly for better job opportunities.

A little about me: I'm fairly good at coding and development. I've built some better-than-average projects, won several competitions and bounties, and have a decent technical profile.

The main issue is that I started looking for jobs very late during my final year, so I was not able to land a good job. I honestly regret not starting earlier. I feel I need some more time to properly prepare, improve my DSA, work on my development skills and apply for jobs consistently. Another factor is my family. They are not comfortable with me being unemployed and just sitting at home for few months preparing and applying for jobs. They are telling me to pursue M.Tech instead of being unemployed.

So I'm confused between:

Option 1: Join the 3 LPA Backend Developer job now and gain 2 years of work experience.

Option 2: Do M.Tech for 2 years, use that time to improve my skills, internships/projects, apply consistently, and then try for a better job.

Confused a lot, what would you guys suggest me to do?