Need Career Advice: Fresher Off-Campus Hiring, ₹15 LPA Target & Current SDE Job Market

karthikgouad0123h ago

Hi everyone! I’m Karthik, a recent Computer Science graduate (June 2026) from a Tier-3 college in India.

Unfortunately, my college had limited placement opportunities, and I’m currently looking for off-campus SDE opportunities. My target is to secure a Software Engineer role with a package of around ₹15 LPA.

Given the current job market, I’d appreciate your advice on a few things:

  1. Should I accept an opportunity that comes my way, even if the salary is below my target, or should I continue preparing for better opportunities?
  2. How is the current hiring market for freshers, and when can we expect more SDE-1 openings?
  3. What skills or preparation should I prioritise to stand out in off-campus hiring?

I’d be grateful for insights from experienced professionals and fellow job seekers. Any practical advice, suggestions, or guidance would be genuinely appreciated.

Thank you!

Comments1
  • Darshith8h ago

    Dont accept Jobs with 3yr 5 yr bond

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