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Pune man says ‘3 LPA job is not that bad’, urges freshers to stop waiting for high packages
A Pune man said freshers should not dismiss ₹3 LPA jobs as they offer learning and industry exposure.
A Pune man has sparked a discussion on social media after sharing his views on why freshers should not dismiss a ₹3 LPA job, especially in the current employment market. Taking to Instagram, Nihar Patil shared a video in which he said that starting with a modest salary can still offer valuable lessons, industry exposure and long term growth opportunities.
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In the video, Patil said, "3 LPA Job is not that bad. Don't hate me for saying this. But let me tell you something. In today's market, even those jobs are not easily available. I am saying this because I have started from there. That phase helped me understand what I am good at and what I am not. Everybody starts from somewhere."
He added that a first job often teaches young professionals much more than just technical work. According to him, it introduces them to the basics of IT, office culture and the realities of choosing a domain. He said, "That first job teaches you basics of IT, office culture and whether the domain you are actually working in is worth it or not."
‘Employment is more important than package’
Patil also spoke about the financial discipline that comes with earning an entry level salary. He said the phase teaches people how to manage ₹15,000 to ₹20,000 per month and called it a life lesson based on his own experience.
"Today everyone wants to jump directly to 1 lakh per month, 2 lakh per month, but the truth is, package is not the main thing. Employment is," he said. He further explained that growth depends on how a person shapes their journey after getting the first opportunity.
"Going from 3 LPA to 15 LPA plus is not impossible. But that journey teaches you skills, clarity, patience and confidence," Patil said, adding that waiting endlessly for a high package can make people miss real opportunities and sometimes leave them unemployed.
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The clip was shared with a caption that read, "Don’t chase salary first. Chase learning and experience."
Social media reacts
The video drew mixed reactions from social media users. While some agreed with Patil’s advice, others felt that entry level salaries should still be questioned in today’s economy.
One user wrote, "This is practical advice. Getting into the industry first matters a lot." Another said, "Freshers should focus on skills, but companies should also pay them better."
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One person wrote, "This is true. My first salary was low, but it helped me understand the industry." Another added, "High package dreams are okay, but experience also matters." A user also remarked, "The job market is tough, so any decent start is better than waiting forever."
HT.com has reached out to the user for his comments, and the copy will be updated once his response is received.
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)
