How to mention current and expected CTC on your resume
Almost every Indian job application asks for current CTC and expected CTC. Whether to put them on your resume is a different question — and in most cases the answer is no.
Should salary go on your resume?
Usually not. Your resume gets forwarded to hiring managers and agencies, and a salary figure can anchor the negotiation before you’ve shown your value. Give CTC in the application form or on the call, where it’s asked for.
The exception is when a job post or recruiter explicitly asks for it on the resume. Then add one line in the header or at the end of your summary.
The format to use
Write CTC in lakhs per annum (LPA), and split fixed and variable pay if a big part of your CTC is variable or a bonus — recruiters compare offers on fixed pay.
Current CTC: ₹12 LPA (₹10.5 LPA fixed + ₹1.5 LPA variable) Expected CTC: ₹16 LPA Notice period: 30 days
How much to ask for
When switching jobs in India, a 20–40% hike on fixed pay is common, and more is possible for skills in demand. Check what the role pays on salary surveys and with people in similar roles before you name a number.
Compare offers on monthly in-hand pay, not CTC: CTC includes the employer’s PF, gratuity and variable pay you may not receive in cash.
Be accurate
Never inflate your current CTC. Companies ask for payslips, Form 16 or bank statements before or after the offer, and a mismatch can lead to the offer being withdrawn.
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