Several government jobs offer high starting salaries after completing the 12th grade, particularly in the defence and technical fields. The Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy, through the NDA/NA exams, offer positions as officers with salaries ranging from Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500 per month. Stenographer positions in the SSC (Staff Selection Commission) also offer competitive salaries, with Grade C positions earning more than Grade D. Additionally, certain positions in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and technical fields like laboratory technicians in government hospitals, especially those with specialised certifications, can also provide attractive starting salaries.
1. Defence Forces (NDA/NA):
The Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy recruit through the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) exams. Selected candidates become officers with a starting salary of around Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500 per month, and also receive various allowances.
2. Stenographer (SSC):
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts exams for Stenographers (Grade C and D). Stenographers with strong typing and shorthand skills in both English and Hindi are in demand in various government departments. Grade C positions generally offer higher salaries than Grade D.
3. Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs):
Certain PSUs offer high-paying jobs to 12th-pass candidates, especially in technical fields.
4. Laboratory Technician (Government Hospitals):
12th pass students with a biology background and a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) can find positions as laboratory technicians in government hospitals and labs. Specialised certifications can further boost their earning potential.
5. Indian Air Force (Agniveer Vayu):
The Indian Air Force also offers positions through the Agneepath scheme (Agniveer Vayu). Candidates with a 12th-grade education in science (PCM) can apply, with a starting salary of around ₹30,000 per month, increasing to ₹40,000 in 4 years.
