‘I quit Rs 19 LPA govt job’: NIT engineer resigns from BPCL citing lack of basic facilities, long hours and toxic bosses

NIT Kurukshetra engineer leaves BPCL job despite ₹19 lakh package as PSU careers face renewed scrutiny among young professionals. Public sector undertaking (PSU) jobs continue to be regarded as highly desirable among young Indians due to job security, salary benefits and social prestige. However, increasing conversations around workplace stress and job satisfaction have highlighted concerns, particularly among younger professionals who are reassessing long-term career expectations.

Against this backdrop, the story of Sourabh Mittal, a 25-year-old engineer from NIT Kurukshetra, has drawn attention online after he left his PSU job despite a reported annual package of around ₹19 lakh.

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Engineer says PSU role differed from expectations

Mittal joined Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited at the age of 22, viewing it as a major career milestone, similar to many engineering graduates in India.

However, he later stated that his experience after joining differed significantly from his expectations. He claimed that he was posted in a warehouse where basic facilities were inadequate, including lack of proper toilets, drinking water and damaged infrastructure. Mittal also alleged that repeated complaints about these issues were not addressed, forcing him at times to rely on his home for basic needs during working hours.

Allegations of workplace pressure and after-hours demands

Mittal further described the work environment as stressful and outdated. He claimed that employees were often shouted at by senior officials and that he was assigned personal tasks such as airport pickups and hotel bookings.
He also said that work-related pressure extended beyond office hours, with calls continuing late into the night and on weekends. According to him, leave approvals were difficult, while promotions and salary increments were slow.
Explaining his decision to resign, Mittal said he could not imagine continuing under such conditions for his entire career. He also noted that the predominantly older workforce around him limited opportunities for growth and learning.

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Family reaction mixed over resignation decision

Mittal’s decision to leave a PSU job reportedly received mixed reactions within his family. He said his father was unhappy due to the stability and respect associated with government sector employment, while his mother supported him after observing the stress he was experiencing.

Social media users respond with support

As his story circulated online, several social media users expressed support and shared similar experiences. Comments highlighted encouragement for his decision, with users wishing him success and relating to his transition out of such roles.