New Delhi (High Paying Jobs)There was a time when the starting salary i,e, fresher package was very low, At that time, years of experience were required to reach a salary of Rs 1 lakh per month, But there has been a big change in the Indian job market, Now a special sector has brought a flood of jobs, where there is such a huge demand for skilled professionals that even for entry-level positions, candidates are being offered a salary of Rs 1 lakh per month or more,
FinTech Jobs: Flood of jobs in finance sector
The finance sector, which includes BFSI i.e. banking, financial services and insurance, remains the center of jobs at present. Packages ranging from ₹12 lakh to ₹18 lakh per annum (i.e. ₹1 lakh to ₹1.5 lakh per month) are becoming common for freshers, especially in investment banking (IB) analyst and key roles in fintech startups. These roles involve complex financial analysis, risk evaluation and growth of digital platforms, which require new and innovative ideas.
How are you getting such a high salary?
The main reason for salaries being so high in the fintech sector is the skill gap. Companies are in urgent need of candidates who can make decisions using modern tools like data science, machine learning, coding and financial modeling. People with this level of expert knowledge are in short supply. Therefore, companies are paying premium salaries to attract them. This demand is also inspired by the digital revolution in the Indian market.
High Salary Jobs: Important skills for freshers
Just graduating from a top college is not enough to get a good job. To get a salary of up to Rs 1 lakh in the fintech sector, freshers should also have some great skills:
- Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data and solve complex problems.
- Financial Modelling: Expertise in making financial forecasts and models (proficiency on MS Excel).
- Technology Knowledge: Functional understanding of programming languages like Python or R and fintech tools.
- Certification: Professional certification and courses like CFA or FRM provide more benefits.
IT Jobs: There are plenty of jobs in IT/Tech sector also
Along with finance, freshers are also getting higher packages in areas of expertise like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science and Cyber Security. It is common for freshers specializing in AI from top engineering or management colleges to get a starting salary of ₹1 lakh per month even in the IT sector. This trend shows that the key to high salaries and growth in the current job market lies not in a specific degree alone, but in expertise and the latest technical knowledge.
