Overview

• Sakshi Jain shared on LinkedIn and X that her IIM Calcutta friend secured a Mumbai internship paying ₹3.5 lakh per month, drawing widespread attention.
• Her posts, which have garnered over 1.5 million views, reflect on the enduring value of prestigious degrees in unlocking unique opportunities.
• The viral discussion has prompted anecdotes of even higher stipends, including claims of ₹12.5 lakh per month internships for IIT students.
• Jain emphasized that while multiple paths to success exist, elite academic credentials can open doors to high-paying roles that may not be accessible otherwise.
• The debate highlights the continued relevance of institutions like IIM and IIT in India’s competitive job market.