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Do Blinkit And Zepto Delivery Agents Earn More Than Freshers In TCS And Infosys

Do Blinkit And Zepto Delivery Agents Earn More Than Freshers In TCS And Infosys

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Here's a breakdown to understand whether delivery agents actually earn more than IT freshers.
The rise of quick commerce platforms like Blinkit and Zepto has brought growing attention to the earnings of gig economy workers, especially delivery agents. With many of them reportedly making a decent income through incentives and high delivery volumes, comparisons are increasingly being drawn between their pay and the salaries of freshers joining leading IT companies like TCS and Infosys. Here's a breakdown to understand whether delivery agents actually earn more than IT freshers.
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Unlike fixed salaries in IT jobs, delivery agents' income varies based on number of orders completed, working hours, and city-based demand. (File Pic)
In high-demand areas, top Blinkit or Zepto delivery agents can earn more than Rs 25,000 per month, which can match or exceed freshers' salaries in IT. (File Pic)
Nonetheless, delivery agents do not enjoy long-term benefits as compared to IT freshers who receive PF, insurance, paid leaves, and structured growth. (File Pic)
IT freshers have clear growth paths with potential for hikes, promotions, and onsite opportunities, whereas delivery agents face a ceiling on earnings. (File Pic)
On an average, freshers in TCS and Infosys earn more than delivery agents at Blinkit or Zepto. However, a hardworking delivery agent in metro cities earn more than an IT fresher, particularly when incentives are high. (File Pic)
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