
Recent social media posts highlight the high cost of living in Bengaluru, affecting both interns and tech professionals. An intern reported monthly expenses around Rs 26,000, with rent as the largest cost. A software developer earning Rs 1.5 lakh monthly shared that high rent, food, and transport expenses limit savings to about Rs 15,000-20,000. These accounts underscore the financial challenges in Bengaluru despite attractive salaries and opportunities. Separately, a techie in Goa detailed monthly expenses of Rs 82,000, reflecting different urban living costs.
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