The Indian Engineering Exam (IES) exam is one of the prestigious exams to appoint deserving engineers for various posts in the Indian Engineering Service. The UPSC takes IES Exam each year to recruit candidates for various specialized positions within different Union Government departments. The IES Exam takes place for four branches of engineering – Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. Through the IES Exam, candidates’ technical and managerial skills that make them fit for the post are evaluated.

IES Exam: How is life after cracking the IES Exam?

Though the IES Exam preparation is not an easy task, aspirants can enjoy many perks once clearing the examination. Clearing all three stages of the IES Exam will make you feel proud, as every drop of sweat shed is worthy.

If the students have cleared the IES Exam then get ready to have a whooping career ahead. Some of the advantages and luxuries that can be yours if you have cleared the exam with flying colors.

Attractive Salary

Here we have mentioned the IES Salary based on job level and rank:

Rank/Level	Pay Scale	Grade Pay	Time Frame
Junior level	INR 15,600 – 39,100	INR 5400	At the time of Joining
Senior Scale	INR 15,600 – INR 39,100	INR 6600	5 – 6 years of joining
Junior Administrative Grade	INR 15,600 – INR 39,100	INR 7600	Minimum 10 years after joining
Selection grade scale (Chief Engineer L2 / Jt. G M )	INR 37400 – INR 67000	INR 8700	Minimum of 13 years
Super time grade (Chief Engr. /Additional GM)	INR 37400 – INR 67000	INR 8700	Minimum of 20 years
Cabinet Secretary Grade	INR 90,000	N/A	Fixed

Perks & Benefits

In addition to a decent salary, clearing the IES Exam and getting posted helps aspirants enjoy numerous perks and benefits, which they might not get somewhere else. Some of the perks and services are mentioned below:

• Residential Quarters or HRA
• Dearness Allowance
• Official Vehicle
• Gratuity
• CGHS medical facility
• Personal Assistant
• Leave Travel Allowance/ Tour Allowance
• Provident Fund
• Leave Encashment, etc.

Career Growth & Promotion

The IES officers are promoted based on their performance and experience. Some of the posts that are offered to the IES officers with expertise include:

• Initially, candidates who have cleared the IES Exam; join the office as Assistant Executive Engineer or Assistant Director.
• After gaining work experience of 3 to 4 years, they get promoted to Executive Engineer or Director. After serving the organization for more than 13 years, they get appointed as a Joint General Manager or Chief Engineer of level 2.
• The last promotion comes after getting an overall experience of 34 years; the person will be considered for the Managing Director or Chairperson of the governmental organization.

All these promotions depend on the employees’ performance and their total years of experience. Therefore, there are unlimited opportunities to learn new skills and continuously update yourself with the latest technology. Further, the officers can get a chance to go on trips abroad during training and service years for skill training and learning opportunities.

Meet the President of India

The journey to becoming an IES officer starts on a high note by getting a congratulation letter from the President of India on the candidate’s successful selection. Before induction, candidates post completing their training program get a chance to meet the President of India at his residence. The employees are praised on their achievements and are encouraged to work with enthusiasm and dedication throughout their career.

Job security

When there is so much insecurity regarding jobs among private-sector employees in this highly competitive world, IES officers can enjoy having security. In addition to the job, the government ensures that its IES officers get other facilities like:

• Free Education for children
• Secured housing
• Medical insurance for dependents, etc.

The IES officers get a chance to work in a challenging environment where they need to use their creative and innovative skills in coming up with better alternatives to any problem. For the engineers, work can never be repetitive and every day poses new challenges.

Name and fame

Though many companies might prove attractive perks to their employees, the respect and pride one feels while working for his country is non-comparable to any other work. With amazing perks, another benefit that attracts many young aspirants to give the IES Exam is the reputation and respect one can earn by becoming an IES officer. IES officers have the power to bring changes and play an important role in the overall development of their country. IES officers get a chance to manage different projects and meet well-respected people daily like gazetted officers, ministers, etc. and gain valuable insights from them.

Work-life balance

IES officers have to work hard to gain experience and knowledge, but at the same time, they enjoy spending quality time with their family members. Unlike private-sector jobs, where one sweats much without getting much in return, getting posted as IES officers gives aspirants the advantage to have a work-life balance. IES officers are given grant holidays to spend time with their loved ones.

To become an IES officer, one has to work harder to enjoy immense opportunities ahead. With great zeal and determination, young aspirants can achieve their dreams. Students preparing for the IES exam must start studying dedicatedly; all sacrifices to become an IES officer are worthy. Best of luck with your IES Exam.