IIM ABC alumni with a few years of experience typically earn between Rs 35-40 LPA at the low end and up to Rs 2 crore at the high end, based on first-hand data from a graduate AMA. The wide range reflects role choice: MBB consulting starts around Rs 35 LPA and doubles every 2 years (Rs 60-65 at 2 years, Rs 90 at 4 years, Rs 1.5 crore at 6 years), while bulge bracket IB is generally double MBB at the entry and mid levels before stagnating at senior partner level. Global PE is an entirely different league because of carry. IIM Ahmedabad averages Rs 35.22 LPA, Bangalore Rs 34.88 LPA, and Calcutta Rs 34.23 LPA at graduation, with fees of Rs 27.5L, 26.2L, and 27L respectively. The payback on an ABC MBA is typically 1-2 years at the median and under 8 months for top performers. If you're optimising for long-term wealth, aim for MBB or front-end IB at an ABC institute rather than a non-ABC with a similar starting CTC. The compounding advantage of the ABC network adds another Rs 10-20 LPA per role switch in years 3-
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