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Why Are Government Jobs the Most Sought After in India ?
Job Security
One of the biggest reason most aspirants go after govt job is due to their Job Security. Government Jobs are considered to be very stable when compared to other Private or Big Corporate Jobs. During the any crisis like Finanical Depression or COVID many people lost their Jobs due the financial stress but Govt Employee were paid as they were being paid before the hit of crisis. Though Govt Employee has to perform even in the hard time.
Government Employee can only be fired if their is some serious miscounduct or some legal issue.
Attractive Salary and Perks
Government Job are offered with Good Salary and Many Perks and allowances. Unlike private sector jobs where salary hikes depend on company performance, government jobs provide regular increments and salary revisions under Pay Commissions.
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- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- TPT (Transport Allowance)
- Medical Benefits
- Pension Benefits
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Pension and Retirement Benefits
A significant reason why people prefer government jobs is the pension system. Many government jobs come with the National Pension System (NPS) or even traditional pension plans, ensuring financial security after retirement. This is a major advantage over private jobs, where employees have to rely on their savings and investments.
Job Diversity and Career Growth
Government jobs are available in various fields such as:
- Civil Services (IAS, IPS, IRS)
- Banking (SBI, RBI, IBPS)
- Railways (Indian Railways)
- Defense (Army, Navy, Air Force)
- Teaching (Government Schools, Colleges, Universities)
- Public Sector Units (PSUs like ONGC, BHEL, IOCL)
Moreover, promotions in government jobs are based on experience and internal exams, allowing employees to grow in their careers steadily.