Hi fishes,

I am holding 2 offers from tcs -8.5lpa (designation-System engineer)and from dxc - 8.8lpa fixed,45k variable(designation-Professional 1 information design engineer)

Which company should I join for better career growth?

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Hello Everyone,

Currently, I am having TCS offer letter of 6 LPA.
1) Is it possible to negotiate at this time when I don't have any other offer?
2) Can I negotiate on this ctc after getting other companies offer?
YOE- 1.5

Hi Fishers,

Please suggest on below 2 Offers.

Oracle and TCS both offers same package.

I am into Oracle Consulting having relevant Exp 3 and total exp 7

Can share your inputs on below:

Work life balance
Growth
Onsite opportunities
Hikes

Thanks

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Total Exp-5 yrs.

Appreciate any helpful inputs🍻