Top underrated professions where you can earn in lakhs
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Ethical hacker
IT doesn't have to be the only way out of you are a computer science graduate. Get a course certificate in ethical hacking and apply to an exciting job. You will be able to save data of companies from falling into wrong hands by implementing security measures. Three years of experience can get you over Rs 2 lakh per month salary.
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Event manager
If you are creative, can manage things and have great interpersonal skills, this could be the perfect career for you. You can earn up to Rs 10 lakh per annum, and would need a degree in hospitality management, public relations or related field.
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Video game designer
Love video games and all things creative? A video game designer may just be the right job for you, and will pay you benevolently. A bachelor’s degree or diploma in computer science engineering or game designing to learn the basics is the requirement. Salary can go up to Rs 13.5 lakh per annum.
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Tea taster
Sip your way to success by being a professional tea taster. Tea tasters or sommeliers specialise in tasting, assessing quality, sampling and differentiating various kinds of teas for manufacturing companies, five-star properties, the Tea Board of India and independent buyers. The average salary is Rs 10 lakh per annum.
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Wildlife photographer
Photography is a favourite pastime for many of us, and if you think you are good at it then turn it into your profession. This job is highly rewarding and not only can you earn in lakhs, you can also go to exotic places to click pictures. If you train yourself to be good enough, you can also get awards.
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Personal fitness trainer
Fitness has become important among Indians in the recent year. So, if you are among the fitness enthusiasts, you can actually work your way into it. You are likely to earn in lakhs and the best part is that you can choose your own work hours by fixing time with a client.
