From Rs 15 LPA to Rs 1.3 crore: Software engineer's salary journey sparks debate on skills, IITs and high-paying tech careers

A Reddit post revealing a software engineer’s monthly salary of over Rs 6.7 lakh has sparked discussions about high-paying tech careers, specialised skills and salary disparities in India. The engineer’s journey from a Rs 15 LPA starting package to Rs 1.3 crore annual compensation highlights the value of expertise in areas such as C++, DSA and low-latency systems. The debate also explores the role of IITs, off-campus hiring and continuous skill development in career growth.