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The ₹15,000 month: a realistic budget for students in a PG Blog

Money & budgeting · 12 Nov 2026 · 1 min

The ₹15,000 month: a realistic budget for students in a PG

Budgets vary hugely by city, but a simple structure helps everyone. Here's a template — adjust the numbers to your city and lifestyle. Fixed firstRent (with or without meals), electricity if metered, mobile recharge and...

First salary? Set up these 5 money habits before rent day Blog

Money & budgeting · 12 Nov 2026 · 1 min

First salary? Set up these 5 money habits before rent day

Pay rent first — set a reminder for the day after salary credit.Emergency fund — aim for two months of expenses over time.Separate spending account for UPI so you see what you spend.Keep rent receipts — useful for HRA cl...

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