Bengaluru techie had no savings or safety net. From earning Rs 18k/month to now owning a house before the age of 25, how did he do it?

From living with no financial safety net to buying his first home before 25, a Bengaluru techie’s story is inspiring the internet — and for good reason. In a heartfelt Reddit post, he claimed how he grew up in a family of four, where his father earned just Rs 12–15k a month. With no savings or fallback, he relied solely on grit, consistency, and ambition to build his life from scratch.

Through sheer hard work, he earned admission to a Tier 1 college, started his first internship at Rs 18k/month, and then doubled that to Rs 40k. By mid-2023, he had already jumped to Rs 15 LPA — all while navigating the challenges of living in Bengaluru. Fast forward to today, he’s working remotely as a Software Development Engineer at a relaxed, well-paying company, pulling in Rs 24 LPA and proudly calling himself a homeowner.

Despite emptying his savings and taking a loan for the house, he’s not slowing down. His goal? Rs 50 LPA by year-end through launching his own business. Along the way, he’s also managed to check off long-held dreams — from buying a MacBook, iPhone, and PS5 to enjoying treks and side hustles.

Netizens reacts

Netizens have showered the young techie with praise and support for his remarkable journey. Many applauded his hard work and determination, while also offering thoughtful advice for the road ahead. Some encouraged him to take it slow, prioritise saving, and invest in health and life insurance early on to build long-term security. Others suggested focusing on clearing existing loans and creating a financial buffer in case of unexpected setbacks like job loss, especially in today’s uncertain job market. Several users congratulated him on becoming a homeowner at such a young age, calling it a well-deserved reward for his relentless hustle.