For many in India’s tech industry, landing a job at Google is seen as the ultimate career milestone. But one product manager’s candid confession on Reddit shows just how tough, and exhausting, that journey can be.

Posting on the subreddit r/developersIndia, the anonymous user shared that despite months of relentless effort, he has decided to give up on his Google dream after facing repeated rejections.

“Tried everything… still no success”

The user, who described himself as a product manager in FinTech with 4.5 years of experience, a Tier-1 MBA and a Tier-2 engineering background, said he had applied for at least eight roles at Google India over the past few months.

His efforts went beyond the standard application process. “My CV is ATS-optimised, and I attach a customised cover letter,

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