Don't get clout-chased by fancy CTC numbers! Founder shares how Rs 18 LPA is actually Rs 6 LPA
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 10:58 a.m. | Source: Indiatimes
Startup founder Sahil Thakur exposed how companies inflate CTC figures, showing a student’s Rs 18 LPA offer was mostly conditional. The guaranteed pay was just Rs 6 LPA, with bonuses and ESOPs uncertain. He urged freshers to focus on take-home salary, sparking debates on transparency in job offers.
