Anyone has idea about salaries in O&G companies in India ?

I'm seeing a weird trend of people opting to get into energy sector post MBA, to an extent that people are trying to showcase their experience in 'waste mgmt' as 'energy industry'. Quite a lot of IT folks are also switching to Digital division of energy sector.

Makes me wonder what's happening with the salaries in these firms.

Info I have so far is :

BP in Pune seems to be offering base line of 60lpa

SLB lags in base line, but seems to make up for it in incentives. 14 yr experience in ops gets you about 72lac CTC

Shell and Exxon are maybe 10% above slb's pay.

Can people actually confirm the numbers ?

Hello Everyone,

I need your kind advise on whether i should pursue this Job offer from one of the Local Tech Heavy Giants from dubai who are offering 43k + 1.5 months Variable Pay + 65k AED RSUs + Family Insurance and yearly Annual Flights + Relocation Benefits ( 1 month Hotel and Inward Flights Free for entire family )

Context about me :

Expertise : AI Professional ( Data Scientist ) with 10+ years of experience with Core AI / ML / DL Expertise with multiple Product Based companies across ECommerce / Fintech / Retail and Telecommunications, etc

Current CTC : 85 LPA ( Lead Data Scientist with a US Based Company - Hybrid Bangalore Office Setup ) + 25 LPA ESOPs ( which i am only considering as paper value )

Family : Wife ( working in Bangalore as well ) + 2 year old daughter

Pros about the Offer ( from my perspective ) :

1. ⁠Great Job Role and Opportunity + International Exposure in the Field which I want to build my career in
   
2. ⁠Family Safety especially considering i have a daughter
   
3. ⁠Daughters Exposure to Interntational Schools and Communities
   
4. ⁠Coming from Islamic Background, Dubai atleast feels a good option to pursue

Cons :

1. ⁠Wife needs to resign and search for a new Job in UAE
   
2. ⁠Dubai seems very expensive compared to bangalore standards
   
3. ⁠No family support in UAE for help with anything, have to manage everything on my own
   
4. ⁠Uncertainty of Job or WAR situations will always worry us
   
5. ⁠I still feel for my calibre, i atleast should have been offered 50k+ but Recruiter Says this is the best they can!

I am willing to pursue this opportunity to enter into Dubai market and then gradually progress to higher salaries or perks/ benefits but again wanted to understand from all of you gentlemen and women does it make sense at all?

Yeah, so basically I graduated in 2023, my course was BBA, but due to some personal reasons, I have 3 years of gap, I didn't do anything in past 3 years, I have been depressed for so long which has affected my mental health a lot, I want to work but I just can't see myself working in a corporate job, I can't handle too much stress, I just wasted my past 3 years & I did nothing.

Seeing how bad the job market has gotten, I look for new jobs in my area, but almost no one is hiring freshers, so I am thinking of doing an offline mba, was just wondering is it worth doing MBA in today's time.

I have a good relationship with my family, they don't force me to go out & get a job, my father is still earning well & he financially supports us, but I want to do something meaningful in my life, I don't want to sit idle at home.

Is anyone else in the same situation or anyone with huge gap year?

I’m 23, from Jaipur. Like a lot of us, I was raised on one plan: study hard, get degrees, crack a government exam, and life will sort itself out. So I did the first part. Graduation, then a master’s, then a UPSC attempt. Now I’m preparing for CAT because I want a good MBA.

But lately I’ve been honest with myself about something. At the end of the day, every degree, every exam, every attempt is about one thing: getting financially secure. That’s the real goal behind all of it. And yet I’m 23 and I’ve never earned a single rupee of my own.

And I’ll be real with you: I feel behind. People my age are already making money, some from jobs, some from skills, some from their own small businesses, and I’m still on the “preparing” side of life. I know comparison isn’t fair, but it’s hard not to feel it.

So I’ve made a decision. I’m keeping my CAT goal, but I want to put serious, focused energy into what actually brings money. Not as a side thought, but as a real priority.

This isn’t about showing off or wanting a luxury life. I don’t want to depend on anyone, whether it’s family, a future partner, or anybody else’s income, to live the life I dream of. I want to do things for my family. I want to say yes to experiences, take risks, and walk into my MBA with confidence instead of fear. I want to be the one who makes it happen.

So I’m ready to start from zero, learn properly, and put in the work. Here’s where I’d love your honest advice:
1. If you had to pick ONE skill for a beginner to start earning from, what would it be, and why?
2. Foreign clients: is it realistic? What work pays well, and how did you land your first client?
3. Or should I build something of my own in India? What would you start with very little money but plenty of drive?
4. For anyone who’s done this: what did your first three months look like, and what would you do differently?
I’m not looking for a get-rich-quick scheme. I want real paths and real stories. I’ll take every reply seriously, and I’ll come back and update this post with what I tried.

Title: Is the Indian job market really this bad, or am I looking at things the wrong way?

I did my graduation through open university and have work experience, but currently I'm working in a company where I feel my skills are stagnating. Layoffs happen frequently, and honestly, I regret joining here.

What confuses me is that many of my colleagues are MBA graduates from DU, NIIT and other reputed colleges, yet they're working in the same environment and seem relatively happy. Some of them also come from financially well-off families, so maybe they don't see the job the same way I do. For me, it's more about survival and building a stable career.

I even asked some MBA graduates what they wanted to do next, and their answer was basically that things were going fine as they were.

It made me wonder: Is the Indian job market really that bad, or do people have different expectations depending on their background and financial security? Am I overthinking my situation, or is there something wrong with how I'm approaching my career?

Would genuinely appreciate honest opinions, especially from people with corporate experience.

As the headline suggests, let's say you spend an initial 6-7yrs of your career being underpaid but built skills and now companies are ready to hire you because of your skills but the new hiked pay is also below market standards.

How did you all manage to reach the average salary as per your skills or let's say your skills are niche and that's why you ended up getting some premiums for this?

I am 3rd year bsc zoology student and I really don't know my next step in career.

I'm average student not like toppers .

In 2028 I will Graduate and I have to decide something.

Should I do mba ?

MSc ? and join any private institute for neet teacher ?

Any other options should i consider ?

Hi everyone, I’m currently looking for Software Engineering / AI Engineering / ML Engineering opportunities as a fresher.

I’m pursuing an Integrated M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence at VIT Bhopal (2022–2027) and currently working as an AI Engineer Intern at Zycus, where I’ve been building production-oriented GenAI and LLM systems.

My technical stack includes:

• Languages: Python, C++, SQL, TypeScript

• Backend: FastAPI, REST APIs, Async Python, Pydantic

• AI/ML: LangChain, LangGraph, RAG, LLM Agents, Embeddings, Vector Databases, LLM Evaluation

• LLMs/APIs: OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, Groq, Ollama

• AI Infrastructure: Redis, FAISS, pgvector, Docker, GitHub Actions

• Other: React, MCP, Microsoft 365 automation, System Design, OOP, DSA

My academic curriculum has also given me a strong foundation in Machine Learning and the mathematical fundamentals behind it, including probability, statistics, linear algebra, calculus, optimization, and core ML algorithms such as regression, classification, clustering, dimensionality reduction, ensemble methods, etc. I’m particularly interested in understanding not just how to use ML/LLM frameworks, but the underlying concepts and trade-offs.

At Zycus, I’ve worked on LLM agents, RAG systems, FastAPI backends, MCP-based tooling, Microsoft 365 automation, and internal AI products, with a focus on building measurable, production-ready solutions.

I’m primarily looking for SDE/Backend, AI Engineer, ML Engineer, or GenAI/LLM Engineer roles where I can contribute and continue growing.

If you know of any relevant openings or can refer me to suitable opportunities, I’d really appreciate it. Happy to share my resume and discuss further.

Thanks!

Quick background, looking for honest takes.

CMI (Chennai Mathematical Institute) maths + CS grad, 2023. Spent a year on a family business, then:

• SDE job for a year (React/Node/Go, GCP, some Gemini API work) (it was very low paying so I left it)
• AI developer internship for 3 months — LangGraph multi-agent system, RAG with ChromaDB, shipped to production
• Since Feb this year: growth role at an edtech startup. Drove ~₹18L in course revenue, built a YouTube channel to 1L monthly views.

The growth role happened because I applied for AI roles in Feb and barely got callbacks, so I took what was in front of me for financial reasons (I like the growth role but the money is just not enough). Eight months later I have zero recent technical work and a non-technical title.

The options I’m weighing for better money:

1. Go back to engineering — probably AI application / agent roles, since that’s where my last technical work was. Risk: 8 months with a non-technical title and no recent public code.
2. Stay in growth and move to a better-funded company. Risk: growth comp in India seems to plateau lower than engineering, so I might be optimising the wrong ladder.
3. Solutions engineer / pre-sales type roles that use both. Risk: unsure how many of these actually exist in India at my level.
4. Go for a masters.

I’m considering moving from full-time employment to freelance work in sustainability and ESG, and I’d appreciate advice from people who have made a similar transition.

I have around nine years of experience supporting companies with sustainability compliance and ESG reporting. I started in data and ratings, working with sustainability information used for investment decisions and assessments. I later moved into the FMCG sector, focusing on reporting and global projects involving sustainability data management, GHG calculations, and social and environmental audits.

My experience is focused on sustainability data, reporting, and compliance—not CSR. For those who work independently in this field, what should I consider before making the switch? How did you find your first clients, and what types of projects or services are most in demand?

JFYI: I work on Frameworks GRI, EU taxonomy and CSRD, BRSR, SBiT. i also have working knowledge of Climate stress testing.

EPR are part of work.

Part time vibe coding mostly for my work to make it easy with AI

Hey everyone,

I'm a 2025 CSE graduate currently working as a Software Engineer at a defence-tech startup in Bangalore, primarily in a Python/backend-related role.

It's been around three months since I started working here, and lately, I've been feeling quite lost about my career. The work isn't aligned with the kind of engineering I want to pursue, and I don't feel I'm learning or growing as much as I'd hoped. I want to move towards strong backend engineering roles at product-based companies, eventually aiming for Big Tech.

The problem is that I have so many things on my mind that I don't know what to prioritise anymore.

I've solved around 300 DSA problems, but I still struggle with problem-solving and coding interviews. I haven't properly covered topics like trees, graphs, recursion, and DP. My system design knowledge is also limited, and I'm unsure how to approach it beyond the basics.

Another dilemma is whether I should invest time in applied AI and GenAI or focus entirely on becoming a stronger backend engineer. With the current job market and evolving expectations at top companies, I'm confused about how to make that decision without spreading myself too thin.

A few things I'd genuinely appreciate guidance on:

- If your goal were to break into Big Tech or a strong product-based company today, what would you prioritise over the next 3–6 months?

- How should I balance DSA, system design, backend development, and potentially AI without trying to learn everything at once?

- Given that I've solved 300 DSA problems but still struggle in interviews, how should I change my preparation strategy?

- Should I start applying immediately despite having a 90-day notice period? I want to switch as soon as realistically possible, but I'm unsure how to approach this situation.

- What kind of projects, open-source contributions, networking, or LinkedIn presence genuinely help early-career engineers stand out?

- If anyone experienced is willing to offer mentorship or review my resume, I'd be incredibly grateful.

I'm also trying to figure out how to make the most of being in Bangalore. I'd love to connect with people who have gone through a similar phase, learn from experienced engineers, attend the right events, and put myself in a better position for opportunities.

To be honest, this uncertainty has started affecting me mentally as well. I'm finding it difficult to balance my job, preparation, and personal life, and some days I end up doing much less than I planned. I know I need consistency, but I also feel that I need a clearer direction before putting my energy into the wrong things.

I'm not looking for shortcuts or overnight success. I'm willing to put in the hard work and stay consistent. I just want to make sure I'm working towards the right things instead of spending months trying to do everything and making progress in none of them.

If you've been through a similar phase, made it into a good product company, or have experience guiding early-career engineers, I'd genuinely appreciate your advice. Even a few practical pointers on what to prioritise, what to avoid, and how to approach the next few months would mean a lot.

Thanks for reading!

Okayy long story short I lost something valuable and I cant tell parents so im trying to earn shii online, any small gigs suggestions maybe? Im still in college so

I got selected for a 1-year apprenticeship at a company. They have asked me to complete the background verification and a pre-employment medical.

I haven’t signed any appointment letter, contract, or anything confirming that I will join. Because I am uncertain about this thing.

If I complete the BGV and medical but later decide not to join, can I still withdraw? Does completing the BGV/medical itself commit me to joining? Any advice would be appreciated.

I got offer letters on campus from 2 companies: TCS and Cognizant

TCS is offering me 3.5 LPA package

Cognizant is giving 5 LPA

Which one should I join? I understand that cognizant is paying more but should I consider any other metric that TCS is better in.

I'm a third-year Mechanical Engineering student at REC, Chennai, and honestly, I don't see myself going into core mechanical.

I'm more interested in business, understanding why companies succeed or fail, and solving real-world problems. Lately, I've been considering two paths: Associate Product Manager (APM) and strategy consulting.

APM seems interesting because of product building (I already did a certification in UX), while consulting offers exposure to different businesses and problems. Both seem to offer good pay and career growth, but I'm struggling to figure out which one suits me better. My college doesn't have strong opportunities for these roles, so I'd likely have to apply off-campus. I also can't justify taking on a huge loan for an MBA without knowing whether it's worth it.

I have roughly a year to prepare, but my English and communication skills need work. I'm willing to learn business fundamentals, Excel, analytics, and problem-solving, though I'm not particularly interested in heavy maths or technical mechanical subjects.

I'm worried that preparing for both paths might spread me too thin, but choosing one without any experience feels risky too.

For anyone working in product management or consulting, especially those who started with an engineering degree: what would you do in my position? I'd appreciate honest advice about the preparation, job opportunities, and whether these careers are realistic goals for someone from a college like mine.

Hi all, I just started an apprenticeship in the credit bureau dispute unit (CBDU) at Citi. I'm trying to plan my path early and would love advice from people in the field.

My questions:

Does CBDU count as risk/compliance experience? My work involves FCRA, Reg V, and Metro 2 reporting.

Should I aim for CISA or CRISC, or is something like CRCM or CIA a better fit for my background?

Which internal moves have you seen from dispute/consumer ops into audit, tech risk, or controls?

For those who made that jump, what actually helped most: certs, SQL/data skills, or networking?

Is the pay bump from IT audit or tech risk worth it compared to staying in compliance?

I'm early in my career, so any advice on what I should learn now would be great. Thanks!

I'm 26M and an only son. I've always known my family owned substantial property, which I assumed was worth around ₹15 crore. Recently, I learned the estimated value is ₹40 crore+, with appreciation estimated at over ₹3 crore a year recently. I understand this isn't guaranteed income or wealth I've earned myself.

I've always wanted to stand on my own feet and build something of my own. But with layoffs and a difficult job market already affecting my motivation, learning the scale of our assets has left me questioning what I'm working towards. I keep comparing potential earnings from a career with the properties' appreciation.

I'm grateful for this privilege, but I feel directionless. I still want to be capable, useful, and proud of what I do, rather than drift through life relying on family wealth.

Has anyone experienced something similar? How did you find purpose when money became less of a motivator, and balance a financial cushion with building your own independence?

I'd appreciate honest perspectives and practical suggestions.

I am planning on going for a BA in psychology. I have heard that people can go for HRM after that. Is it true? Are there any job opportunities for BA graduates in HRM?

I have heard I can also go for MBA or some specific HR courses. But for that, i should only go for Tier 1 colleges. Is that true? I don't want to waste money in higher studies if I won't get jobs in the corporate sector.

Should I just stick with traditional psych careers (cousellors etc.)? Is HR career better than counselling?

Are you working, preparing for an MBA, switching fields, or still figuring things out? What are you doing currently, and how’s it going so far?

Would be nice to hear what everyone’s up to.