A Tech professional divulges substantial income increase from 26 million to 70 million rupees, sparking viral discussion without a background in IIT or MBA
Software engineer Saurabh Yadav has made waves on social media with his inspiring journey from a starting salary of Rs 26 lakh per annum to a current salary of Rs 70 lakh per annum, all without an IIT or MBA degree.
Yadav, a graduate of IIIT Nagpur, shared his success story publicly on X (formerly Twitter) with the straightforward message: "No IIT. No MBA. Just worked hard." The post resonated widely, particularly among individuals from tier-2 and tier-3 colleges who often feel overlooked by traditional recruitment pipelines.
Yadav's career progression has been steady, with his salary increasing with each job switch. His journey can be traced as follows: his first job paid him Rs 26 lakh per year, his second job saw a slight increase to Rs 28 lakh per annum, and his third job, a significant leap to Rs 70 lakh per year[1][3][5].
The software engineer emphasizes that his success is rooted in hard work rather than elite educational credentials. He advises others to focus on consistent hard work and skill development, to persevere through challenging job transitions, and to be patient and accept incremental growth initially before making a major leap[4].
Yadav's post has sparked curiosity and admiration, with users asking about the kind of work he did, the skills that helped him grow, and how he negotiated such offers. The post has also challenged the common belief that only graduates from top institutes like IITs can achieve high-paying jobs in India's tech industry[1][2][3][4][5].
The viral tweet, posted on August 3, 2025, has now crossed over 2 million views[6]. Many users have shared their own career journeys, expressing hope and encouragement. The post serves as a reminder that success is not always about where you study but about what you do after you start working[2].
Yadav's career path shows that skills, consistent performance, and smart career moves can also lead to rapid growth. His journey challenges the stereotype that only IIT or MBA graduates can command top salaries in tech, demonstrating that merit, effort, and strategic career moves are key factors in succeeding in software engineering[1][2][3][4][5].
References:
- The Logical Indian
- YourStory
- India Today
- The Hindu
- The Times of India
- Saurabh Yadav, a software engineer who graduated from IIIT Nagpur, has proven that a career in technology can be attained without an IIT or MBA degree, as he progressed from a starting salary of Rs 26 lakh per annum to Rs 70 lakh per annum.
- Yadav's journey in the tech industry, marked by consistent hard work and skill development, serves as an inspiration for individuals from tier-2 and tier-3 colleges who may feel overlooked by traditional recruitment pipelines.
- Apart from his successful career, Yadav's personal finance management has been impressive, allowing him to negotiate high salary offers and achieve financial stability.
- As technology continues to grow and evolve, Yadav's story demonstrates that anyone, regardless of their academic background, can build a career in India's booming tech industry with the right skills, performance, and strategic career moves.
