What's a reasonable net worth that engineering professors achieve at IIT-B?

As the title says, asking for a typical range. Asking the question before deciding whether to join IIT-B as an assistant professor or continue my full-time (industry role) in the US. Making about $150-200k.

I know there is much more to it than just the money, but still, money drives the majority of this particular decision for me.

Background: I have a PhD from one of the top 5 universities in the US. Working full-time since a year. I wish to transition to academia and be involved in research and startups in the near future.

Posted Feb 19, 2026, 10:06 PM UTC

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