WHY THERE IS A GROWING NEED OF GOVERNMENT JOBS

 

Indian youth is developing a crazy preference for acquiring government jobs in contrast to private jobs. Fresh graduated and even experienced degree holders belonging to lower or middle-class families aspire to become government employees. According to Indians having a “Sarkari Naukri” means stability, job security, allowances, and fixed monthly income. All these factors are driving the next generation to apply for government jobs.

TYPES OF GOVERNMENT JOBS IN INDIA

Government jobs in India are characterized into two divisions

●       Central Government Jobs: Central government jobs pertain to departments including the Central soil conversion department, income tax department, central railways, judiciary, and so on.

 

●       State Government Jobs: This division includes jobs in financial institutions, educational institutions, banking institutions, and also involves departments like Forest, farming, and agriculture.

OBSESSION OF INDIANS FOR GOVERNMENT JOBS

Besides, the visible benefits of being a public servant, there is a general reason why Indians are so passionate about getting a job in the government sector. There is a stigma attached to the

 government job, “A government servant is a powerful person” and Indians believe it from the core of their heart.

During the British monarchy, the people in government were given properties and money that boosts their financial status along with giving them a higher status in society. The Indian people have an image of respect and nobility for government officers, and so they are fixated on the idea of securing jobs in the public sector.

ECONOMIC IMPORTANCE OF GOVERNMENT JOBS

Excluding the fact, that government employees have a prestigious reputation among citizens, it is also true that government sectors play a leading role in improving the country's economy.

Government sectors in India occupy a huge workforce of the country. The Indian railway and military employ over 2.7 million labor force and these are just two sectors. Other organizations including SAIL, NTPC, Hindustan Cable Constraints, GAIL, and so on further contribute to the growing economy of the country. So, individuals striving to become a part of the government sector also helps the country to succeed.

STATISTICS ON GOVERNMENT JOBS IN INDIA

Looking at the statistics, you will be surprised to see that the trend for government jobs is not slowing down. According to a survey, conducted by the Lokniti Research Programme at the Center For The Study Of Developing Societies (CSDS) shows that 65% of the youth prefer being a government employee.

As per the analysis, youth of big cities including Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad showed a growing interest in getting jobs in the government sector.

BENEFITS OFFERED BY THE GOVERNMENT JOB

All that eagerness among the millions of candidates to clear the exams scheduled by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is due to the number of benefits presented by the public sector. Here are some reasons as to why the prospects of getting a job in government is quite appealing to Indian citizens.

1.     On-Time Salary

Every employee wishes to receive his paycheck on the first of every month. This is possible if you work in a government office. Whether the economy is flourishing or facing a crisis, the government is bound to pay its employees right on time along with providing all those extra allowances and compensations.

 

Whereas, the private sector reserve the salaries of their employees if the business is not making healthy profits. 

 

2.     Professional Stability

Job security is ultimately the leading reason people yearn to work in the government sector. Once you get hired in a government office, your job is secured even if you are not able to perform well.

 

In the private sector, however, you have the chance of getting fired based on your performance.

 

3.     Medical Services

People find it difficult to bear the extremely raised prices of health care. Being a government employee saves you from paying high-end medical bills. You and your family get medical support from the government.

 

A private sector may or may not offer you a medical allowance. A private company may offer you a certain limit on your medical bill.

 

4.     Reliable Working Hours

Being a government employee you don’t have to face work loaded nor do you have to spend your days and nights in the office, which usually happens in private companies.

 

Government jobs have fixed working hours and once your shift is over, you can enjoy your free time in whatever way you like.

 

5.     Annuity And Pension Benefit

In a government job, your life is stable even after you are retired. You become eligible for post-retirement benefits, provident fund, and pension till you expire. Moreover, as a former government representative, you are qualified for the annuity advantage after retirement. This offers financial security for your loved ones even after your death.

 

6.     Ample Number Of Off-Days

Government employees enjoy more free days and vacations. Since there is no workload and restrictions,  the number of holidays you get in the public sector is more as compared to the private sector.

 

Private companies don’t bother to give their employees a decent number of holidays and the workers get a maximum of 4-5 holidays within a year.

 

7.     Free Housing Facility

Renting a house and paying a mortgage is a headache for middle and lower-middle-class families. But government employees enjoy residential facilities at the expense of the government. The employees along with their families can reside in government quarters without any stress.

 

This is an important factor why people are more inclined towards becoming government servants.

 

8.     No Work Pressure

Government jobs are famous for little to no workload. Whether you are performing to your full capacity or not, nobody is going to judge you or fire you. There are no certain goals or objectives that you must achieve.

 

But in the private sector, you are forced to work around the clock to produce optimum results.

 

9.     Bonuses And Allowances

The perks and bonuses of a government job are endless. The government takes care of all your extra expenses including your grocery bills, travel expenses, and so on. The allowances involved in your salary package include earnest allowance (DA), Traveling Allowance (TA), and Health Reimbursement Allowance (HRA). The employee benefits depend upon your job and nature of work.

Private companies don’t offer this many bonuses and benefits to their employees.