Two high-demand roles. Real skills. Job-ready training for the modern IT industry.
Pick the role that fits your passion โ both are high-paying and always in demand.
First-line IT support โ troubleshoot hardware, software and OS for end users across organisations.
Design, build and maintain the network backbone โ routers, switches, firewalls and cloud connectivity.
| Parameter | ๐ฅ๏ธ Desktop Support | ๐ Network Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | End-user hardware & software | Network design & operations |
| Entry Barrier | Low โ Fresher friendly | Medium โ CCNA needed |
| Starting Salary | โน2.5 โ โน4 LPA | โน4 โ โน7 LPA |
| Senior Salary | โน10 โ โน20 LPA | โน20 โ โน50+ LPA |
| Key Certs | CompTIA A+, ITIL | CCNA, CCNP, Network+ |
| Workplace | Office ยท Helpdesk ยท Field | NOC ยท Data Center ยท Site |
| Job Demand | High โ all companies | Very High โ talent shortage |
| Growth Path | L1 โ L2 โ Sysadmin โ IT Mgr | NOC โ Engineer โ Architect |
| Best For | People-oriented starters | Analytical CLI lovers |
Gold standard entry cert.
Essential ยท EntryBeginner-friendly Coursera cert.
BeginnerWindows client admin.
IntermediateIT service management framework.
IntermediateMost recognised networking cert.
Essential ยท EntryVendor-neutral networking cert.
EssentialAdvanced routing & SD-WAN.
AdvancedElite cert โ โน50+ LPA globally.
Expert ยท EliteHands-on training ยท Real equipment ยท 100% job assistance ยท Pune, India