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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi techie's 8x salary jump from ₹5.5 LPA to ₹45 LPA in just a year sparks mixed reactions
A recent social media post by a young software engineer from Delhi has grabbed attention across the tech world, especially among job seekers and professionals. It wasn't about a new role, promotion, or relocation– but about a massive salary jump. Just one year after starting his career with a package of ₹5.5 lakh per annum, he landed an offer worth ₹45 lakh per annum from a leading tech company. This update, shared by software developer Devesh on X (formerly Twitter), quickly stirred up conversations online– drawing a mix of support, admiration, skepticism, and surprise. Devesh started his career at IBM in 2023, straight out of college, with an annual salary of ₹5.5 lakh. In his now-viral post, he revealed, 'I started my full-time career last year at IBM with just a CTC of Rs 5.5 LPA, and now have an offer of over Rs 45 LPA CTC in hand within a year.' The significant jump in salary stood out not just for its size, but because it came so early in Devesh's career– a time when most are still finding their footing and figuring out their path. For Devesh, the achievement carried deep emotional value. Coming from a modest background, the leap wasn't just about money– it was a personal milestone. 'For a middle-class guy like me, it's still a dream,' he added, a moment that resonated with many, especially those who understand the long journey and constant push for upward mobility in India's highly competitive tech industry. Responding to the buzz around his post, Devesh shared a message for freshers and early-career professionals. He encouraged them to focus on building skills and gaining hands-on experience, rather than running after high salaries straight out of college. 'In starting of your career, prioritise job over money. If you are not getting a good package, just enter with low and work so hard that you take a massive jump,' he wrote in a follow-up post. Many were curious how someone earning ₹5.5 LPA could receive an offer more than eight times higher. Devesh clarified that top-tier tech companies usually follow structured salary bands, where offers are based more on skills and role requirements than on a candidate's previous salary. 'Those people who have a doubt, like how it is possible to directly jump from CTC like Rs 5–6 LPA to Rs 45 LPA– the MAANG or FAANG companies have their base pay and CTC preset. So it's similar for everyone. They won't judge you on your previous pay,' he clarified. Devesh's journey sparked mixed reactions online. While many applauded his success and asked for advice on career growth, others reacted with skepticism and raised questions about how such a leap was possible. '45 LPA offer within a year? That's incredible. Can you share some tips?' one user commented. Another wrote, 'How do you negotiate? Any recruiter looking at your current Rs 5.5 LPA would say, 'We can give you an increment of 25% max'. How did you convince them?' T here were also outright doubts about the authenticity of such a jump. 'What did you do to get such a hike? Seems unreal,' read one of the more critical responses. While Devesh's case is not the norm, it highlights a growing trend among top tech companies– valuing talent and skills over past salary. Although he hasn't named the company, the details of his offer and his explanation have added perspective to the ongoing discussion. For many early-career professionals, his story serves as both inspiration and a reality check, showing that while such leaps are rare, they're possible with the right skills and opportunities.
India.com
15 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Meet Devesh Kumar, whose once decision took his salary from Rs 5.5 LPA to 45 lakh due to..., he works as....
For corporate employees, the months of April, May, and June are especially crucial. Many are busy filling out their KRAs (Key Result Areas) and eagerly awaiting promotions, designation changes, or a 30-40% salary hike. On the other hand, another common route to a significant salary increase is switching companies, where it's not uncommon to see a 60-70% raise, or even 100% in lucky cases. But what if we tell you where one Job switch has caused a 700% hike. Don't believe us! Read the story below.. A young tech professional from Delhi set social media abuzz after sharing his incredible journey: from starting out at Rs 5.5 lakh per annum with IBM just a year ago to now landing a Rs 45 lakh package. Sharing a post on X(previously Twitter), the man wrote, 'Never mentioned it but tbh, I still sometimes think I am still in a dream, bcoz I started my full time career last year at IBM with just a CTC of 5.5 LPA, and now having an offer of over 45 LPA CTC in hand within an year, for a middle class guy like me, it's still a dream❤️.' The user, identified as Devesh through his social media handle, described this remarkable achievement as 'still a dream.' The viral post has left the netizens in shock and amazement. The post was posted on May 27, 2025. Devesh's comment section is now flooded with congratulatory messages, a million questions, and words of admiration from people eager to know more about his journey. A user wrote, 'in an span of 1 year how does that feel ?' Devesh replied, 'Proud of myself.' Later in the post, Devesh emphasized that early-career professionals should prioritize gaining experience over chasing high salaries. 'In starting of your career, prioritize job over money. If you are not getting good package, just enter with low and work so hard that you take a massive jump,' he wrote. Never mentioned it but tbh, I still sometimes think I am still in a dream, bcoz I started my full time career last year at IBM with just a CTC of 5.5 LPA, and now having an offer of over 45 LPA CTC in hand within an year, for a middle class guy like me, it's still a dream❤️. — Devesh (@theywayshhh) May 26, 2025 Devesh also responded to skepticism about the scale of his salary jump. He wrote, 'Those people who have a doubt like how is it possible to directly jump from CTC like Rs 5–6 LPA to Rs 45 LPA the MAANG or FAANG companies have their base pay and CTC preset. So it's similar for everyone. They won't judge you on your previous pays.' According to his LinkedIn profile, Devesh Kumar studied at Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE). He worked at IBM as an application developer in March 2024.
News18
19 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Delhi Techie Gets Salary Jump From Rs 5 Lakh To Rs 45 Lakh In Just One Year
Last Updated: His post sparked a discussion across the internet, with many asking him for career advice. Getting a salary hike is always rewarding, it recognises your hard work, validates your contributions and boosts motivation, financial security and job satisfaction. But imagine receiving a staggering 700 per cent hike within just one year, especially in such a competitive market. Sounds like a dream? Well, this incredible story recently became a reality for a Delhi-based techie. Taking to X, Devesh revealed that just a year after starting his career with IBM at a salary of Rs 5.5 LPA, he received a job offer worth Rs 45 lakh per annum. In his post, he shared, 'I started my full-time career last year at IBM with a CTC of Rs 5.5 lakh per annum, and now I have an offer of over Rs 45 LPA CTC in hand within a year." Furthermore, he referred to this significant achievement as a 'dream" for any middle-class person. His post sparked a discussion across the internet, with many asking him for career advice. To this, he wrote, 'I am not an experienced person to give advice, but 1 advice I give here is 'in the starting of your career, prioritise job over money. If you're not getting the good package, just enter with low and work so so hard that you take a massive jump." Never mentioned it but tbh, I still sometimes think I am still in a dream, bcoz I started my full time career last year at IBM with just a CTC of 5.5 LPA, and now having an offer of over 45 LPA CTC in hand within an year, for a middle class guy like me, it's still a dream❤️.— Devesh (@theywayshhh) May 26, 2025 He also addressed concerns about the scale of his jump. 'For those who are unsure about how to go directly from CTC, such as Rs 5–6 LPA to Rs 45 LPA, the MAANG or FAANG companies have their base pay and CTC fixed. Thus, it's the same for everyone. They won't evaluate you based on your prior earnings, ' he clarified. The internet responded with mixed reactions to his post. While many praised him for his impressive growth in just one year, others expressed skepticism, doubting that such a huge leap was possible without insider help or connections. A user commented, 'Inspirational. Congratulations to many more in the future." Another one wrote, 'An impressive leap in such a short time. Your journey is a testament to what relentless focus and talent can achieve." One of them shared, 'What have you done specifically to get high growth tbh? Don't say hard work, dedication. What in skill-wise?" A comment read, 'This is not normal, and whatever is not normal is not possible." Someone said, 'In one year, no one can get a 700 per cent hike. Unrealistic." In India, the average salary increase for 2025 is expected to be around 9.4 per cent, according to a Business Standard report.
Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
‘Middle class' techie earning ₹5.5 LPA bags ₹45 LPA salary offer: ‘Proud of myself'
A Delhi-based techie has amazed the internet by revealing his massive salary jump. In a post shared on the social media platform X, the techie claimed that managed to bag a job offer for ₹45 lakh per annum (LPA) while earning ₹5.5 LPA. Devesh, the Delhi-based techie, said that the salary jump still felt like a dream for a 'middle class guy' like himself. 'Never mentioned it but to be honest, I still sometimes think I am still in a dream, because I started my full time career last year at IBM with just a CTC of 5.5 LPA, and now having an offer of over 45 LPA CTC in hand within an year, for a middle class guy like me, it's still a dream,' Devesh wrote on X. The massive salary bump impressed many who asked Devesh for tips and advice. 'In a span of 1 year how does that feel?' asked one person, to which he responded, 'Proud of myself'. '45 LPA offer within a year? That's incredible, can you share some tips?' another asked. The post also raised doubts about the authenticity of his claims, as most Indian companies offer salaries based on a candidate's previous CTC. In many cases, the new offer does not exceed 30% of the candidate's previous CTC. Devesh explained that big tech companies already have a salary range for roles, and therefore a candidate's previous salary does not matter as much. 'Those people who have a doubt like how is it possible to directly jump from CTC like 5-6 LPA to 45 LPA something, so basically the MAANG or FAANG (whatever) companies have their base pay and ctc preset, so it's similar for everyone, they won't judge you on your previous pays,' he wrote on X. (Also read: Bengaluru entrepreneur accused of lying about ₹4.2 lakh salary says it's 'common in tech')
Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
BBMP appoints M Lokesh as chief engineer for road infrastructure
Bengaluru: The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) post of Chief Engineer (Road Infrastructure) was reassigned following a govt order transferring the Chief Engineer (Planning – Central) position to Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Limited (BSMILE). As per the Urban Development Department's directive and BBMP's internal communication, M Lokesh was appointed as the new Chief Engineer (Road Infrastructure). He took over the role from Prahlad BS, who managed the post in an additional capacity. Prahlad will continue to hold the additional charge of Chief General Manager (Technical) at Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited. Officials were instructed to report to their new posts immediately and submit a Certificate of Taking Charge (CTC) to the relevant administrative office. Lokesh brings over 22 years of dedicated service within BBMP. He started his career as an Assistant Engineer (AE) and steadily rose through the ranks—assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) for 3 years, Executive Engineer (EE) for 8 years, Superintending Engineer (SE) for 3 years, and Chief Engineer (CE) for 3 years—before assuming his current post as Chief Engineer—Road Infrastructure (CERI).
