₹18 LPA man questions whether he should quit ₹7 LPA corporate role in govt, internet divided

A working professional sparked a debate on social media after asking users whether it made more sense to continue in a well-paid corporate role or switch to a lower-paid government position that offered more stability.

An individual who is currently earning ₹18 lakh per annum in a metropolitan city is considering accepting a post of Government Assistant in his hometown with an annual salary of around ₹7 lakhs.

While the corporate route could potentially lead to significantly higher earnings in the future, a government role offers job security and the opportunity to live closer to family.

Corporate growth versus government stability

Sharing their dilemma reddit, the employee explained that staying in the private sector can lead to earnings up to ₹50 crore annually over the next decade. However, a government position would provide a more predictable career path and hometown posting.

This person, seeking opinions from other users, wrote: “18 LPA in corporate or 6LPA in govt?”

They further asked, “So should I go to the government and leave the glamorous corporate life? Or should I stay in the corporations and enjoy life with all its disadvantages?”

The post quickly attracted responses from people with experience in both sectors.

Users warn against taking lower-paying government role

One commentator strongly advised against leaving the private sector for a government position.

“Ignore those who advise you to choose a ₹7 lpa govt job. It is not an executive post, for promotion míega age kake decision role, and the salary is me hamesha middle class he reh jaoge (You will not get promotion or role where you can decide, in this salary you will always remain middle class). I am working in PSU with 20 LPA KA PACKAGE.’

The user claimed that the proposed government role may offer limited opportunities for career advancement and leadership responsibilities.

A PSU employee shares a personal experience

Another person who said he works in a public sector (PSU) highlighted the advantages and disadvantages of government-linked employment.

“I’m in a PSU. The point is that in a corporate environment you’re exposed to a global work culture and diverse work, and you can distance yourself from your company during your time off. You can’t do that in a PSU. You should always be available, postings are in literal shitholes, promotions take time, and the communes are far away. You get a good package, on the other hand, good benefits, although living in Gras is always.”

Mixed opinions on long-term safety

Many users believed that staying in the corporate sector would make it easier for employees to maintain their current lifestyle.

One person wrote: “Stay with the company. It’s hard to maintain the standard of living you currently have after starting a new job.”

However, others pointed to job security as a significant benefit of government employment.

A fourth user wrote: “If your family has invested that they can give you 30-50k extra per month, go for a government job without a second thought. AI is improving and the private sector will be on fire in the next 3 years. Society is going back to a simpler way of life. Adapt to always have a roof and food.”

(Disclaimer: This report is based on user generated content from social media. Livemint has not independently verified and does not endorse these claims.)