6.8 CGPA student lands Rs 32 lakh Microsoft job: What his journey says
A viral social media post highlights a computer science graduate who secured a high-paying Microsoft role despite a low CGPA, sparking debate about the value of academic grades versus practical skills. The story emphasizes that modern employers increasingly prioritize technical proficiency and project experience over traditional report cards.
Why it matters
Reflects a broader shift in the tech industry toward skills-based hiring over traditional academic credentials.
“95% laye to ghadi, varna chadi”—every tune of this song from 3 Idiots seemed to pierce our hearts. Students in Classes 11 and 12 know all too well the pressure of scoring well. But did we ever stop to ask ourselves what would happen if we did not score well? Over the years, an image has been created in our minds that success will remain out of reach if we fail to secure high marks in a particular examination. Fortunately, however, the world of work does not always follow the logic of the report card.A recent post by Vikas Alwys on X has sparked that uncomfortable conversation.
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