AI-proof career in India? IIT engineer says this profession can earn lakhs a month and remains AI-resistant
A Reddit post by a self-described IIT graduate has triggered discussion on career stability, artificial intelligence and the job market in India after the user argued that the medical profession remains the safest and most secure career option in the country.
Posting under the title "Being an engineer from IIT I feel like Medical field is only safest secured and AI proof field in India", the user claimed that ongoing layoffs in the technology sector had reinforced his belief that medicine offers greater long-term stability than engineering.
Tech professional cites layoffs and difficult job market
The Reddit user said he had recently been laid off from a major American technology company and had been searching for a new role for two months without success.
Despite holding a degree from a premier engineering institution and receiving referrals, he said he had struggled to secure interview opportunities.
Referring to the impact of artificial intelligence on the technology industry, the user claimed that major companies were reducing headcount while increasing investments in AI-driven solutions.
Medicine viewed as a more stable career path
The poster argued that an MBBS degree offers stronger job security, greater professional respect and lower risk of unemployment.
According to the user, doctors can continue earning throughout their careers and, with experience, may eventually command monthly incomes of ₹5 lakh to ₹6 lakh or more.
The IIT graduate also contrasted engineering salaries with earnings in medicine, claiming many engineering graduates struggle to find jobs or begin their careers with relatively modest pay packages.
While acknowledging that becoming a doctor requires years of training and hard work, he described the profession as more rewarding in the long run than careers where employees face the risk of layoffs later in life.
Reddit users offer a different perspective
The post drew numerous responses from users who argued that the challenges faced by doctors are often overlooked.
One commenter said the medical profession demands significant personal sacrifice and noted that many doctors spend their youth focused on education and training before reaching financial stability.
The user added that professionals in other industries may achieve financial independence at a younger age and claimed many doctors do not necessarily encourage their children to pursue the same career path.
Another commenter highlighted the lengthy training period required in medicine, saying it typically takes at least 12 years to build a meaningful career in the field.
The user contrasted this with engineering, where graduates traditionally entered the workforce after four years of study and could begin earning much earlier, while acknowledging that current conditions in the technology job market have become more challenging.
Debate highlights concerns over AI and career choices
The discussion evolved into a broader debate about the future of employment, the influence of artificial intelligence on the technology sector and the trade-offs between career stability, earnings and years of training.
While the original poster described medicine as a comparatively AI-resistant profession, many respondents argued that both engineering and medicine come with distinct challenges and long-term commitments.
Another commenter argued that government employment offers stronger protection from technological disruption than either engineering or medicine.
The user claimed that government jobs, particularly teaching and administrative positions, provide long-term stability and are less affected by changing technology trends. According to the commenter, private-sector employees, especially in information technology, must continuously update their skills while facing the possibility of job loss.
The commenter contrasted this with government roles, describing them as permanent positions that do not require constant upskilling. The user also alleged that some government employees benefit from systemic inefficiencies and misuse of public resources, while adding that the attraction of such jobs lies in their security and predictability.
The comment further argued that many technology professionals work long hours and remain under pressure to adapt to new technologies, making government employment appear more attractive to those seeking stability.
Posting under the title "Being an engineer from IIT I feel like Medical field is only safest secured and AI proof field in India", the user claimed that ongoing layoffs in the technology sector had reinforced his belief that medicine offers greater long-term stability than engineering.
Tech professional cites layoffs and difficult job market
The Reddit user said he had recently been laid off from a major American technology company and had been searching for a new role for two months without success.
Despite holding a degree from a premier engineering institution and receiving referrals, he said he had struggled to secure interview opportunities.
Referring to the impact of artificial intelligence on the technology industry, the user claimed that major companies were reducing headcount while increasing investments in AI-driven solutions.
Medicine viewed as a more stable career path
The poster argued that an MBBS degree offers stronger job security, greater professional respect and lower risk of unemployment.
According to the user, doctors can continue earning throughout their careers and, with experience, may eventually command monthly incomes of ₹5 lakh to ₹6 lakh or more.
The IIT graduate also contrasted engineering salaries with earnings in medicine, claiming many engineering graduates struggle to find jobs or begin their careers with relatively modest pay packages.
While acknowledging that becoming a doctor requires years of training and hard work, he described the profession as more rewarding in the long run than careers where employees face the risk of layoffs later in life.
Reddit users offer a different perspective
The post drew numerous responses from users who argued that the challenges faced by doctors are often overlooked.
One commenter said the medical profession demands significant personal sacrifice and noted that many doctors spend their youth focused on education and training before reaching financial stability.
The user added that professionals in other industries may achieve financial independence at a younger age and claimed many doctors do not necessarily encourage their children to pursue the same career path.
Another commenter highlighted the lengthy training period required in medicine, saying it typically takes at least 12 years to build a meaningful career in the field.
The user contrasted this with engineering, where graduates traditionally entered the workforce after four years of study and could begin earning much earlier, while acknowledging that current conditions in the technology job market have become more challenging.
Debate highlights concerns over AI and career choices
The discussion evolved into a broader debate about the future of employment, the influence of artificial intelligence on the technology sector and the trade-offs between career stability, earnings and years of training.
While the original poster described medicine as a comparatively AI-resistant profession, many respondents argued that both engineering and medicine come with distinct challenges and long-term commitments.
Another commenter argued that government employment offers stronger protection from technological disruption than either engineering or medicine.
The user claimed that government jobs, particularly teaching and administrative positions, provide long-term stability and are less affected by changing technology trends. According to the commenter, private-sector employees, especially in information technology, must continuously update their skills while facing the possibility of job loss.
The commenter contrasted this with government roles, describing them as permanent positions that do not require constant upskilling. The user also alleged that some government employees benefit from systemic inefficiencies and misuse of public resources, while adding that the attraction of such jobs lies in their security and predictability.
The comment further argued that many technology professionals work long hours and remain under pressure to adapt to new technologies, making government employment appear more attractive to those seeking stability.
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