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IIT Student Seeks Career Advice After 8 Years on Contractual Work

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THE BRIEF
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An IIT graduate has sparked a debate on professional forums after revealing he has been stuck in a contractual role for eight years with a salary of ₹3.6 LPA.

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The student expressed deep concerns regarding his professional competency and career trajectory, questioning whether his current situation is a result of market conditions or personal failure.

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Industry experts have advised the individual to focus on upskilling in high-demand sectors like AI or data science to break out of the low-wage cycle and secure a permanent position.