How much does an IAS officer earn? Social media debate erupts over chartered accountant's post
Now a debate has erupted on social media after a chartered accountant (CA) remarked that he didn't understand why people pick the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) despite the poor salary.
''The average salary of an IAS is the starting salary of a CA Why do people prefer IAS?'' CA Chirag Chauhan posted on X, previouisly Twitter.
Since being shared, the post has gone viral and has garnered all sorts of reactions. While some users likened IAS job to respect and money, others said that position is important, not money.
One user said, ''Have you ever heard of an IAS ever reporting to a CA? Ever!? (Unless the CA is a senior govt employee or a minister).'' Another commented, ''Power and respect. Rewards are bigger than money. Also, a lot of your expenses are taken care of for life.''
A third reacted, ''There is no comparison with any profession. Total seats of IAS in India are less than total no of CA's qualify every attempt. Every year only 180 IAS are selected in India. IAS cadre seats are based on the population and size of the state. CA is one of the best post-qualification course for higher studies. People make their career in the area in which they wish to make according to their strength & ability. There are almost 2 crore students who clear class 12th every year and they choose their career in any field. No relation to salary, it depends upon the passion, knowledge & focus on anything we wish to do.''
A fourth user said, ''People wanting to join IAS are not motivated by money they are motivated by desire
