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BTech Grad Earns ‘83,216 Monthly After Clearing SSC CGL in First Attempt

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Moneycontrol•29-09-2026, 11:09
BTech Grad Earns ‘83,216 Monthly After Clearing SSC CGL in First Attempt
- •A 23-year-old BTech graduate from IIIT Delhi, unable to secure campus placement, cleared the SSC CGL examination on his first attempt.
- •He landed a central government job as an Assistant Section Officer in the Central Secretariat Service, posted in Delhi.
- •The graduate shared a screenshot of his salary credit, amounting to Rs 83,216, attributing the high figure to allowances for his Delhi posting.
- •Despite being an introvert who disliked interviews, he dedicated eight to ten months to prepare for the competitive exam.
- •His success story, shared on Reddit, has garnered significant attention, with many aspirants seeking his preparation strategy.
Key Questions Answered
The 23-year-old BTech graduate secured a Level 7 post as an Assistant Section Officer in the Central Secretariat Service, with a monthly salary credit of Rs 83,216.
The Reddit user completed his BTech degree from IIIT Delhi before clearing the SSC CGL examination on his first attempt.
He was appointed to a Level 7 post as an Assistant Section Officer in the Central Secretariat Service and is posted in Delhi.




