KPMG noted for slightly better WLB. For MBA grads who prioritize longevity over a slightly faster promotion cycle, that could be the deciding factor.

The 'Busy but manageable' for Deloitte and 'Intense' for EY is the most honest part of this chart. Anyone currently in the Big 4 ecosystem knows that 'Audit Season' effectively means your social life is on a 3-month pause. Is the ₹6-9 LPA starting range worth the 70-hour weeks?"