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DBA Salary in India: For Freshers & Experienced [2024]

Updated on 20 February, 2024

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DBA Salary in India

DBA stands for Database Administrator. They help companies with their database needs, such as overseeing database updates, troubleshooting, security, and storage. It’s an in-demand profession and enjoys lucrative pays in multiple industries. But precisely what is the average DBA salary in India?

The Database Administrator career presents decent job prospects. Those aspirants willing to become a DBA (Database Administrator) should learn skills like problem-solving, communication, analytical skills, etc., to ensure a successful career.

A Database Administrator has a complete understanding of Microsoft’s Structured Query language server. They use the software to store and analyze data which would help an organization. He is the one who is responsible for the storage, design, analysis, maintenance, and security of the databases.

The duties and responsibilities of the Database Administrator vary from organization to organization; however, certain basic responsibilities remain the same which are listed below:

1)    Developing a diverse range of databases

2)    Maintenance and optimization of database performance

3)    Preventing unauthorized access and ensuring security

4)    Backup and restoration of databases

5)    Troubleshooting different problems related to database management

6)    Data management, data customization, analysis, and quality check

7)    Software installation and regular maintenance

8)    Plan the structure and storage of different data warehouses

9)    Adhering to data management policy

10) Authentication and recovery of database repositories

Database Administrators is one of the most sought-after careers in India and the world as organizations are going digital which calls up for security and backup.

A DBA must hold at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology. It is even better if they have industry experience. Achieving advanced certifications help them to obtain admirable database administrator salary from esteemed organizations. Note that certification specializing in different database management systems is not mandatory but helps them elevate their career graph. Besides educational requirements, many leading employers recruit only those DBAs with 3-5 years of experience.

We’ll find the answer to that question in this article. We’ll also discuss the job description of the Database Administrator, factors that influence DBA salary, and how you can become a professional in this field. Let’s get started. 

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What is the Average DBA Salary in India?

The average DBA salary in India is around ₹ 5 Lakh Per Annum. Their salary starts from nearly ₹ 3 Lakh Per Annum and goes up to ₹ 15 Lakh Per Annum. It’s one of the most sought-after roles, and there’s a massive demand for database administrators in the country as well. You can expect to get an average of ₹ 45,000 as a bonus and ₹ 20,000 under profit sharing. 

IT companies have a huge demand for database administrators. And it has only increased in recent years. Like many other tech jobs, a database administration salary depends on numerous factors as well. Here are some essential factors that influence a database administrator’s salary

Source: Payscale.com

DBA Salary in India: Based on Location

According to Payscale, Database Administrators earn around 19% more than the national average. Professionals in Gurgaon and Hyderabad also enjoy higher than average pay. However, we can’t say the same for DBAs working in Mumbai and New Delhi. In Mumbai, DBAs have reported earning around 10% less than the national average. For Delhites, the difference is lesser, but still, it’s less than 4% of the national average. Your location has a significant impact on your salary in this profession. 

Several cities in India offer admirable database administrator salary. Generally, DBAs employed in Bengaluru, Karnataka earn higher salaries than the national average. DBAs employed in Chennai, Tamil Nadu receive a higher salary than in other cities in India. Those DBAs employed at Pune, Maharashtra obtain a higher salary than the national average, but it’s comparatively lower than that offered in Bengaluru.

Source: Payscale.com

DBA Salary in India: Based on Experience

Experience is easily one of the most influential factors for a job. DBAs with less than one year of experience earn around ₹ 3 Lakh per annum. Those who are early in their careers (one to four years of experience) can expect to receive around ₹ 4.2 lakh per year. 

Currently, mid-career Database Administrators earn an average of ₹ 8.4 lakh per year. They are professionals with around five to nine years of work experience. DBAs with experience of more than ten years but less than 19 years earn around ₹ 12 lakh per year. And those with more than 20 years (or more) of experience earn an average of ₹ 11 lakh per year. 

As you can see, the more experience you have in this sector, the higher would be your pay.

Source: Payscale.com

DBA Salary in India: Based on Skills

Another influential factor is the skills you have. Some essential skills that impact your salary as a DBA include SQL, Oracle, communication, and several others. We have discussed the vital skills in detail later in this article. 

With high expertise and experience, you can get promoted to the role of Senior Database Administrator. The average salary of Senior DBAs is ₹ 10 Lakh per annum and goes up to ₹ 20 Lakh per annum.

Source: Payscale.com

DBA Company Salary

To become a Database Administrator, one has to obtain at least a bachelor’s degree in information science or computer science for most of the entry-level positions available in the company. Based on the complexity and size of the organization, he can also go for a Master’s Degree and complete different courses that are available for upskilling. Several platforms are available which help professionals upskill their data analytics skills such as upGrad, and Udemy. Coursera, etc.

They earn a pretty good amount of income for living a good life.

A Database Administrator’s salary ranges anywhere between 3.1 LPA to 9.6 LPA, with an average salary of 5.6 LPA. Different Tech based companies in India such as Wipro, Capgemini, Cognizant, Ibm, Tech Mahindra, etc. recruit Database Administrators.

A Database administrator with less than three years of experience earns an average of about 3.7 LPA. A median level database administrator with an experience of about 4 to 6 years earns about 7 LPA on average in India which goes on to increase based on the seniority level and experience

Different factors such as the company size, experience, location of the company, educational qualification, skills, etc., affect the salary that a database administrator earns.

Database Administrator’s salaries and perks increase with an increase in their experience and expertise level.

They are in high demand and the career growth as a Database Administrator is about to increase more in the coming years.

DBA Job Description

A Database Administrator has the responsibility of managing the database software properly so the client can access them quickly when necessary. They use software to save and organize data, and they ensure that it’s available to the user. A DBA also has to make sure that the company database remains safe from threats and would work with a cybersecurity professional (or team) to follow the required measures.

Constant access, traffic, and searches could damage the database, so a DBA has to make sure that the company servers remain efficient. Organizations maintain databases for multiple purposes. They could have a customer database that stores the details of their customers (who they are, how frequently they buy, etc.).

Similarly, they could have a database to store all the financial transactions and their details. A prominent responsibility of a DBA is to keep these pieces of information accessible all the time. They also ensure that the company’s data professionals (data analysts and others) can find the required information efficiently. 

For example, the company of the DBA might want to use cloud storage. The Database Administrator would then store the required data in a cloud and keep it available. 

They also have to monitor the system’s performance and take action when necessary. They usually work with a team of developers, managers, and analysts, so they need excellent communication skills as well. We can summarize the responsibilities of a Database Administrator in the following points.

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The Job Role of a DBA

To get  the sql dba salary in India or database management jobs salary we should understand the responsibility of a database administrator (DBA) revolves around managing enterprise database systems and powering the data needs for transactional and analytical applications.

Core duties span proactive monitoring, troubleshooting and streamlining the operation of database servers and instances hosting business critical data providing 24×7 availability and resilient performance aligned to SLAs as downtime risks revenue losses. DBAs apply patches, optimize queries, fine-tune database parameters, and allocate storage space, balancing speed, scale, and costs. These can be considered in entry level tasks, providing you entry level data analyst salary or database management jobs salary. 

To uplift data capital, DBAs team up with data modelers to design schema and databases supporting changing application needs responsibly. They uphold strong backup mechanisms and access controls, minimizing business disruption risks due to failures, disasters, or security events. Migrations between on-premise and cloud database platforms are orchestrated seamlessly by DBAs through careful transition planning and validation.

As trusted data custodians, DBAs remain responsible for information security, privacy and utilization acting as stewards safeguarding data assets. All roles, from data analysts to scientists, rely on the bedrock DBAs built, upholding smooth data access. Organizations can only risk operations with a vigilant DBA continually optimizing, futureproofing and maximizing their data potential for a database manager salary or database administrator salary in India. 

DBA (Database Administrator) Responsibilities

  • Create database structures
  • Modify database structures according to requirements
  • Identify their client’s needs and administer databases accordingly.
  • Maintain the database and update its permissions
  • Merge old databases to create new ones
  • Backup and restore data to avoid any loss. 
  • Keep the database accessible. 
  • Maintain the efficiency of database systems and mitigate errors
  • Solve database-related problems

Here is a comprehensive list of their responsibilities: 

  • They ascertain that the Data integrity is properly managed since it secures data against unauthorised use. They also manage data relationships to guarantee data consistency.
  • DBAs oversee data extraction, transformation, and loading called ETL. It refers to the competent import of a huge amount of data from multiple systems within a data warehouse environment.
  • After the database is executed, they must supervise databases to detect any performance issues. In case a system component makes the processing sluggish, the DBA might have to alter the software configuration or increase hardware capacity.
  • DBAs develop backup and recovery plans and processes conforming to industry standards.
  • The crucial component in database security is deploying employee access. DBAs determine who gains access and what type of access they have. Moreover, they prepare a subschema to regulate database accessibility.
  • DBAs support the developers in adding new applications or modifying existing ones without overloading the server.
  • One of the common job responsibilities of DBA is opening new database user accounts. They allocate user access and also review troubleshooting systems.
  • DBAs may have to attend meetings with senior managers to guarantee the timely fulfilment of tasks. They must oversee the final inspection of systems. This is included as a part of their responsibility in the database administrator salary.

There are two common specializations in this field:

  • System Database Administrators

System DBAs master the science behind keeping enterprise databases and infrastructure layers performant, available, and resilient daily as organizations run on their capabilities,and earning a good dba administrator salary or database administrator salary in India.  They are tech wizards architecting database capacity planning roadmaps leveraging their deep expertise across hardware configurations, OS kernel tuning, security controls, and troubleshooting skills, picking early signals from baselining models meeting growth needs while maximizing resource efficiency. Masters at juggling scale and costs, their strengths lie in holistic orchestration.

  • Application Database Administrators

Application DBAs get into specifics, understanding data as a core product. Their primary focus stays on upholding data utility, consistency, accuracy, and overall quality as per consumption needs across reporting tools, dashboards, and AI applications since trustworthiness drives usage and outcomes. They work closely translating end-user expectations, managing schema, index designs, optimization, and overall database development for diverse analytics, DM, and ML workloads through a product mindset, finding a job with good database admin salary or database administrator salary. Their strength lies in curating foolproof data that apps leverage safely.

The former is responsible for the technical and physical aspects of a database. The latter, on the other hand, focuses on problem-specific databases such as customer service solutions. System DBAs usually have a background in system architecture, whereas the Application DBAs have an understanding of multiple programming languages

How do you become a DBA (Database Administrator)?

The average DBA salary in India quickly makes it one of the most lucrative professions. So you might begin to wonder, ‘How do I become a Database Administrator?’

Typically, companies require a candidate to possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science along with a specialization in database administration. Some companies require a candidate to have a background in Information Technology (IT). In some cases, a degree is not sufficient, and so you need to have the necessary skills (certifications) to give your career a head start. 

While academic foundations in database systems, SQL programming, and data modeling set the platform – one builds real-world proficiencies through certifications around leading database technologies like Oracle, MySQL, and MongoDB, proving hands-on abilities to handle complexity at scale. Most IT departments allow working initially as application developers or systems support engineers to gain on-job training by shadowing senior DBAs to understand nuances getting you a good sql developer salary or database administrator salary.

Over the years, as data manipulation and troubleshooting dexterity develop through resolving real incidents and optimization challenges – transitioning into dedicated database architect or administrator roles becomes smoother through demonstrated experience, culminating finally into a DBA. Learning ability, analytical skills, and a proactive solutions mindset count beyond paper qualifications alone.

How is the Workplace of a DBA? 

DBAs usually work with services firms and computer systems design firms such as data-processing companies and ISPs (Internet Service Providers). DBAs also work in large companies that use databases for better data management. As a Database Administrator, you can get jobs in finance companies as well as insurance companies because both of them need to keep extensive records of their clients. 

Retail companies also employ DBAs to keep records of their customers, products, and employees. Another primary sector that requires the expertise of Database Administrators in the healthcare sector as they need to keep track of their patients, payroll, and inventory. Software companies such as IBM and Oracle also employ DBAs. 

Certain DBAs manage databases for retail companies, which helps them to keep track of the customer’s shipping information and payment information. DBAs can work for companies like healthcare businesses and manage systems comprising patients’ medical records.

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Essential Skills for a DBA

As we mentioned earlier, one of the most influential factors in determining database administration salary in India is the skills a candidate has. To get the best pay, you should have the in-demand skills. Here are the most prominent skills one should have as a Database Administrator:

DBA is, after all, a tech job. Database Administrators need to have several tech skills to perform their tasks effectively. They need to be familiar with multiple technologies and should be able to use all of them according to their project’s requirements. Acquiring the following skills takes time and effort. Also, remember that different companies prefer different skills according to their unique needs. 

Oracle

Oracle is a relational database framework, and it allows easy access to datasets. It helps you in organizing datasets and integrating information into various platforms for better accessibility and ease. Oracle can work almost all of the prominent solutions such as UNIX, Linux, Windows, and Mac OS.  Considering the versatility and exceptional skill it demands, the oracle database administrator salary is high.

It is cross-platform, and its network stack enables secure communication of databases present on different platforms. Apart from that, Oracle is ACID-compliant too, ensuring that the data remains safe and reliable. It’s one of the most popular solutions for database administration; that’s why learning about it is imperative to become a DBA. If you learned it, there are high odds of obtaining a decent oracle database administrator salary.

Linux

Linux is an open-source operating system that can control various computer systems such as supercomputers as well as smartphones. You can download it for free and access its coding hacks to create platforms for your client. Linux allows you to build databases that are compatible with multiple systems and technologies. By learning Linux, you’ll be able to create databases for this operating system and avail its features such as high security and flexibility.

The knowledge of Linux helps DBAs in the following ways and increases the odds of fetching a decent database administrator salary.

  • Perform installations and configurations of Oracle databases on Windows and Linux OS to aid the development department with product compatibility certifications.
  • Allows using UNIX/Bash Scripting for the general Linux administration.
  • Helps in creating a quick provisioning process that automatically installs Oracle and develops Oracle databases in a Linux platform.
  • Helps design, customise, implement, and tune UDB, DB2, and IMS databases and elements on the Linux/AIX platform.

SQL

SQL stands for Structured Query Language, and you’ll use it to manage relational databases. It is a standardized programming language which enables us to perform multiple operations on the data present in database management systems (DBMS). You should be familiar with Microsoft SQL, IBM DB2 and Oracle Database. Your job might require you to build websites by using MySQL or create relational connections through Transact-SQL. That’s why learning this skill is vital for this role.

DBAs must learn any query languages to manage and query the data in the database. It helps DBAs eliminate the manual tasks involved in relating the tables. Depending on the organization, they may use Oracle, SQL Server, MS SQL, or any other query language.

The knowledge of SQL from a database administration perspective assists developers in providing administrative support to the Business Objects server and SQL server databases. They can better administer development, quality analysis, and production in the SQL databases/servers in a clustered environment. The Oracle DBA salary in India is high for skilled DBAs who can implement SQL analytic statistics models, for instance, tuning and query optimization. Moreover, they can analyze and optimize MS SQL Server production/Development databases.

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Data Analysis

As a Database Administrator, you’ll be working with many data analysts. Knowledge of data analysis will help you substantially in this regard. You should know how to inspect, collate, and interpret datasets. It will also help you translate your findings of complex datasets into beautiful and understandable graphics to inform your clients better. You should know how to perform an analytical interpretation, as well. After you learn data analytics, you can perform many operations with databases. 

MS Access

It’s a fundamental technology to learn as a data administrator. It’ll help you in reporting, referencing, and performing data analysis effectively. Microsoft Access can translate metadata sets into searchable datasets. DBAs use MS Access to prioritize the relationships present between datasets and the connected material. 

UNIX

UNIX is a multitasking, multi-user, and portable operating system interface written in C (a popular programming language). UNIX has provided the foundation for most Chrome, Android, and Mac systems. Learning this operating system would help you in working with multiple database management systems.

The knowledge of Unix helps DBAs in the following ways and increases the chances of obtaining a decent database administrator salary.

  • Helps prepare complex UNIX scripts to support database administration functions and applications.
  • Helps provide the UNIX system administration and database administration.
  • Helps automated database administration tasks through UNIX shell scripting.
  • Allows working with the UNIX Administrator to plan and execute the optimum disk utilization and system storage for the database applications.

HTML

HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language and is the primary language for creating websites. It is responsible for the structure of a webpage, and learning about it will help you in connecting your databases with sites easily. Developers use HTML to create interactive web apps and solutions. You should be familiar with this programming language as it’s widely popular.

Apart from the tech skills we’ve discussed, you should also focus on developing several soft skills such as communication and a problem-solving mindset. As most DBAs work with teams of developers and data professionals, they need to know how to communicate effectively. Having problem-solving skills will make your job much more comfortable, and you’d work more efficiently. 

Data Modeling and Design

Data modeling and database design skills empower DBAs to translate real-world business entities, relationships, workflows, and analytics requirements into optimal data blueprints and schema architectures, factoring scale, agility, and security considerations upfront. Logical data models prevent downstream backtracking through structured thinking eliminating redundant datasets. With conducting all these roles and doing tasks, one can have database analyst salary or database jobs salary.

Choosing appropriate data types, keys, relational models, normalization, and indexing ensures foundation readiness for diverse query and storage needs fitting into host databases, whether relational, NoSQL, or distributed systems, taking advantage of native processing strengths for performance while retaining flexibility for iterative enhancements accommodating data utility evolution over applications’ lifecycle.

Backup and Recovery

DBAs are entrusted with the monumental responsibility of being custodians safeguarding data assets forming enterprise memory through failsafe data protection protocols and continuity practices. Scheduling foolproof backup routines factoring storage, network, and compression logistics matches recovery time and point objectives should disasters occur. Testing restoration periodically validates completeness, which will help in getting great database engineer salary or database jobs salary.

Choosing and governing appropriate redundancy models balancing replication, snapshots, and archival systems prevents single-point failures. Compressing, encrypting, and shipping periodic backups offsite for air-gapped storage provides insurance against site disasters. Staying on top of notification alarms, quickly diagnosing issues and orchestrating rollback seamlessly makes DBAs the true data safety net against chaotic losses.

Security Management

DBAs double down as vigilant security stewards, given the treasure troves of data they safeguard. Beyond building robust authentication models aligned to enterprise directory services governing access controls, auditing user activities proactively flags early anomalies before breaches intensify. Hardening databases by removing unnecessary features, ports and privileged access erects the first barrier and get into a job which rewards you with good salary of database administrator

Periodic control assessment unearths latent vulnerabilities across patches and misconfigurations, while intrusion detection provides real-time monitoring should malicious attacks penetrate. Data security mindfulness from encryption to network segregation, principled access, and continuous monitoring makes the role a key stakeholder upholding CIA – Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability of data forming the organization’s nervous system.

Problem-Solving Skills

When performance slows to a crawl or systems display unreliability despite no coding changes, DBAs leverage strong problem-determination abilities, isolating root causes by sifting signal from noise in error logs. Pattern recognition connecting temporal events warns early of developing issues. Methodically hypothesizing probable culprits like hardware faults, query or statistics changes, corralling impact through reproducibility sharpens troubleshooting. Simulating workloads and stress testing aids issue isolation. Proposing targeted corrective measures like adding resources, tuning expensive code, and redistributing load balance prevents recurrence. Creative thinking allows database optimizations to complement application improvements. Multidisciplinary thinking connects technology and business contexts for holistic data performance uplift over time.

Project Management

DBAs don’t just maintain the status quo but drive progress in upholstering existing systems while consulting on major migration programs to translate business priorities. Distilling needs, constraints, and success metrics guide strategic roadmaps factoring alternative approaches balancing business continuity, costs, and capability advancement. Meticulous planning detailing staging, transition states, ownership, and timelines sets quality outcomes. Proactive risk profiling aids preemptive mitigation planning to absorb surprises, and progress tracking enables mid-course corrections, allowing flexibility without jeopardizing end objectives. Change enablement smoothens adoption while transitioning. Eventually, successful delivery showcases DBAs as program leaders uplifting capability maturity and undertaking sizable transformation initiatives fulfilling enterprise data aspirations.

Other important skills DBAs should have:

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Good communication
  • Teamwork and negotiation skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Understanding of the database design principles and major data manipulation languages
  • The ability to work under pressure and fulfil tight deadlines
  • A commitment to ongoing professional development
  • The ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers and coworkers
  • Business understanding of IT business requirements
  • The ability to stay abreast with new technology developments
  • Working knowledge of information legislation like the Data Protection Act
  • The ability to stay calm and methodical when crises like server outages occur
  • The ability to quickly and efficiently troubleshoot a database, especially in complex software applications and server hardware faults
  • The ability to create professional reports fulfilling clients’ requirements and knowledge of creating customized reports.

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Scope of DBA

The scope of responsibilities for a Database Administrator spans the design, development, and management of database systems powering the data lifecycle needs of modern digital organizations. If you have achieved this, there is potential of being on data analyst career path and salary, with successful career.

In advisory capacities, DBAs consult on data warehouses, BI systems, and analytics platforms, translating business requirements into optimal database architectures for enabling reporting, DM, and AI use cases. By factoring in scale, performance, and security considerations upfront, they uphold data utility across applications, preventing downstream rework.

As custodians safeguarding data assets at the petabyte scale, DBAs develop disaster recovery, business continuity protocols, and access control models securing data reliability and privacy. Performance tuning activities such as schema optimization, query analysis, and index management ensure databases evolve in tune with usage patterns.

During migrations to next-gen databases like NoSQL or between cloud platforms, they orchestrate transition seamlessly without business disruption. In lock down capacities, DBAs troubleshoot root causes for data-related incidents through systematic debugging.

As data volumes explode and utilization matures, DBAs propel data transformations across organizations, unleashing analytics maturity through trustworthy information access. In all, upholding the fitness of data for consumption makes the role highly strategic yet tactical – delivering exponential value vital for digital success.

Growth Opportunities in DBA

For Database Administrators, rich growth avenues exist both along technical and managerial streams, allowing continuous progression in view of enhanced skills, organizational impacts or evolving into domain experts.

Later, opportunities revolve around specializing further granularly based on technology concentrations like Oracle, MySQL administrators, or cloud platforms like AWS database services certified architects. Cross-skilling into cybersecurity, data science or analytics domains allows pivoting into security operations or Chief Data Officer tracks in view of passion and strengths.

Vertically, principal database administrators or database architects shoulder consulting responsibilities for enterprise database portfolios and BI direction, providing high-level vision. People management opens avenues for AVP/VP tracks leading large DBA teams across locations for multinationals.

Strategically as trusted custodians, DBAs influence technology roadmaps and data priorities, functioning as the heartbeat upholding analytical capabilities at scale. With data proliferation showing no signs of slowing down across processes and decision-making, the crucial role is slated for massive demand for decades, cementing stability and career upside potential. DBAs are gatekeepers turning enterprise data from liability into assets that uphold competitive differentiation in the digital economy.

Become a Database Administrator

You must’ve seen how lucrative database administration salary is in the current industry. There’s a high demand for DBAs in the country as well. So, it’s the perfect time to become a DBA and give your career a healthy head start. 

If you are interested to learn more about DBMS, Full-stack management and need mentorship from industry experts, check out upGrad & IIIT Banglore’s PG Diploma in Full-Stack Software Development.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the skills, responsibilities, and salary trends of a system administrator?

System administrators should be well versed with computer networks, databases, web services, troubleshooting hardware, and software, etc. They can do certifications provided by Linux, Microsoft, Unix, etc to be more credible. They should have good problem-solving skills. They should also be able to communicate effectively with employees and the higher authorities. It is the responsibility of the system admin to monitor the health of the system, maintain it, install upgrades, maintain backup, know disaster recovery practices, etc. The average salary is very high, approximately $68,000 and it is subject to increase based on the skills and experience. So, it has great earning potential.

2. What does ACID-compliant mean?

ACID stands for Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, and Durability. Atomicity stands for either one or none. For example, if a transaction is taking place, and a network failure occurs mid-way before the transaction is completed, then, the data shouldn't be lost. If the transaction hasn't taken place, it should be reverted back to the same old state. This is called Atomicity. Consistency is ensured when a process satisfies the constraints and predefined rules. Isolation is a property that ensures that a transaction executes at its full potential and behaves as if no other transaction is executing concurrently with it. Durability means that the changes or commits that are done to the database, are permanent.

3. What are the most challenging tasks for DBA?

The key challenge that DBAs are facing today is the conversion to an application-centric model from the traditional IT infrastructure model. This means, the database administrators have to keep updating themselves so that they can work with different structures of data like structured, semi-structured & unstructured, and various varieties of databases like relational, object-oriented, object-relational, non-relational, cloud, etc, and maintain data in an organized format. So, it's a challenge for the DBAs to handle large amounts of changing data with the latest technologies while maintaining an application-specific mindset. They can achieve this by continuously monitoring the application performance keeping database as a priority.

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If you are an experienced business professional looking to hone your leadership skills while simultaneously creating revolutionary business ideas and strategies, a Doctor of Business Administration can catapult your career to great heights. Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is way more than a Ph.D. in Business Administration. DBA is not just enhancing academic knowledge through academic research; it is about applying the obtained knowledge in the real business world. If you are looking for DBA admission for 2022, please read further.  What is a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)? A DBA is a well-recognized professional doctorate in Business Administration and Management. It is the highest level of qualification you can pursue in the Business administration field. A DBA program usually includes advanced management theory and practice with strategies and principles necessary to complete the research in Business and management.  Who should pursue DBA? DBA programs are best suited for business professionals and experienced executives with good experience in management and leadership roles. For example, if you want to become a strategist from a manager, this is the course for you.  A Doctorate in Business Administration is best if: The candidate is a senior-level manager and is willing to gain expertise to catapult to higher roles. The candidate is an experienced professional who wants to hone practical skills to create new business strategies and models through research and analysis.  The candidate has an MBA or other relevant degree and wishes to gain the highest possible degree in Business and Management. One of the reason why graduates pursue DBA after MBA is when they plan to become an academic.  Reasons why you should pursue a Doctorate in Business Administration High Income: A DBA degree significantly increases the earning potential. A candidate with a DBA degree earns considerably more than an MBA graduate. The remuneration increases with experience and skills.  Widens the career horizon: DBA not only improves the salary but also makes a candidate eligible for more powerful and responsible positions in top companies.  A class apart: A DBA degree makes you a class apart and sets you aside from the rest. Unlike many other courses, DBA can be pursued only by experienced professionals with an MBA degree. So, a DBA degree highlights the candidates as experts in Business Administration and shows them as ambitious learners willing to excel in professional and personal growth.  Staying relevant and updated: In the era of artificial intelligence and machine learning, the world of technology has evolved drastically. So, staying updated with the new entries in the market becomes a challenge. One of the main reasons to take up DBA is that it familiarises candidates with modern skills and technologies. Online DBA programs offer you offer flexibility to manage your work and other commitments.   DBA is both a professional and academic degree: The main difference between DBA and other doctoral degrees is that DBA is both a professional and academic degree, unlike others. Most PG programs are academic-oriented and can be carried out as an individual only. DBA enables the candidates to apply their knowledge in management directly to their business ideas, thereby helping in their organizations’ growth.  Job roles and responsibilities of Business Administration Manager Typically, a business administration manager performs various roles, including planning, control, management, and leading in an organization. Other major positions include: Finance management Recruiting staff Purchase Public relationship Mediation Negotiation Expenditure management Marketing Brand promotion Conducting training programs and workshops Organizing and participating in official events A business administrator manages both the work being carried out and the results it may produce. Driving productivity and finance are their primary roles.  Salary of Business Administrator in India The average salary of a business administrator in India is ₹450,000  per year. An entry-level business administrator earns an average compensation of ₹274,999 per year, including tips and bonuses. An early-stage business administrator with experience between 1 to 4 years earns an average salary of  ₹375,000 per year.  The salary of business administrators increases with experience and depends on the location and organization.  Top job opportunities of DBA graduates The DBA program provides expertise in business administration and management, so candidates with a DBA degree can easily assume top positions in renowned organizations. Some of the top DBA job opportunities are given below. 1. Management Analyst: Also known as management consultants, manage business administration and management expertise like cost reduction and revenue growth. They find their roles in various industries like military, government, medical, investment companies, etc. They work with other departments to improve efficiency and accuracy. They provide a budget forecast and future requirements to utilise funds optimally. The average salary of a management analyst in India is ₹431,131 per year. 2. C level Executive: They are high-level executives who supervise an organization’s operations. They develop policies and strategies to ensure the organization stays in tune with its business objectives. They are responsible for analyzing and approving budgets and business models.  The average salary of high-level executives in India is ₹3,460,649 per year. 3. Market research analyst: The primary responsibility of a market research analyst is to determine the type of product or services that appeal to the consumers. They analyze and study market conditions to predict how a product or service can perform. The role of a market analyst is in great demand in all industries. Their other roles include: Collection of data regarding consumers, competitors, and potential markets. Presenting the researched data through reports, graphs, and models. Understanding a business objective and creating surveys to discover potential consumers that adhere to the objective.  Employing both modern and conventional methods to collect, compile, and study statistical data. The average salary offered to a market analyst in India is ₹337,726 per year.  4. Economist: An economist carries out research, identifies significant trends, and analyses data to understand the distribution of resources in society. They scrutinize economic indicators like gross domestic product (GDP) and consumer confidence surveys. They perform deep research on distribution, demand, availability, and accessibility of goods & services to explore potential trends and make future predictions. The average salary of an economist in India is ₹771,341 per year. 5. Professor: This is one of the good roles in academics. According to various reports, the demand for the teaching profession has consistently been increasing for the past six years. A professor earns an average salary of ₹1,020,136 per year in India and is considered one of the respected professions in India.  Conclusion If you are looking to gain advanced knowledge in business administration, we recommend doing a DBA than PhD. Checkout upGrad’s Global Doctor of Business Administration from the Swiss School of Business Management, one of the finest online Doctorate programs available.  The 36-month course is designed to help you formulate and execute game-changing business strategies and become updated with emerging trends and technologies. The program comprises 12+ specializations for focused learning, dedicated one-on-one thesis supervision, and international academic support to help you enhance your career potential.  Students also get exposed to a global peer network of 40,000 paid learners which opens doors for explorative collaborative opportunities and intensive research with 70+ industry faculty. Talk to our career counsellor. 
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by upGrad

28 Feb'22
Doctor of Business Administration(DBA): Roles and Responsibilities

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Doctor of Business Administration(DBA): Roles and Responsibilities

The Doctor of Business Administration, commonly called DBA, is a terminal degree in business administration. It is the highest acquirable business administration qualification. The course provides advanced high-level training to candidates in various business governing principles. If you are looking for DBA admission for 2022, please read further. DBA is a rigorous research-based program fit for candidates who wish to pursue higher-level business administration qualifications after an MBA. The DBA degree qualifies the candidate to: Earn a full-time academic position in the field of business administration. Improve organizational effectiveness by developing evidence-based tools and ultimately advance your career. Acquire advanced organizational skills. Knowledge of management consulting roles. Course Structure and Format Universities offering DBA generally require candidates to have some business experience. The candidates embark on the research phase of the program after the successful completion of theoretical coursework. They can specialize in areas like: Information Technology Management Science Economics Organizational Behavior Finance In the research phase, candidates are expected to submit a well-researched and novel project commonly called a thesis or dissertation. The dissertation should be qualified enough to be published in a peer-reviewed journal, and the work should be defended before an expert panel of examiners. DBA Curriculum: Key Features The curriculum is designed for business professionals and higher-level executives who wish to further their careers and push themselves. It presents a rigorous, research-oriented curriculum contrary to the course material and project-based study methods. Candidates work under research-active supervisors and advanced business experts. The program awards a degree equivalent to a doctorate. It can be completed within three years or can be extended to accommodate your professional needs for up to seven years. Business Management Roles and Responsibilities Here’s taking a look at the key business management roles and responsibilities:  Employees must measure and understand how effective leadership can transform the business implementation irrespective of the business location. They must create new and insightful business principles and ideas by evaluating and studying the existing business literature. One must optimize an enterprise’s effectiveness and success by tactfully justifying ethical choices related to societal issues. DBA holders must better understand cultural differences to impact business strategies and effectiveness positively. They must create and implement strategies in a complex business environment and align business vision with long-term tactics. They are expected to advance business management and leadership by integrating informed and innovative business principles. They must create and implement strategic and innovative solutions to business problems by applying quantitative reasoning and methods, thereby aiding organizational sustainability. It’s their job to create and present business analysis, research, and recommendation to the intended audience through effective communication. Why opt for a DBA? Now that you know what the DBA course is and its key features, let’s discuss why one should opt for this program. There are myriad reasons why a DBA degree will enhance your career. Better benefits and potential for negotiation Since DBA professionals are trained in advanced business principles and have hands-on specialization in various business fields, they will undoubtedly be an asset to any organization. This expertise allows you to negotiate better deals and makes you deserving of better compensation. Read more about DBA salary in India. It makes you stand apart There was a time when candidates with MBA degrees were highly sought after by enterprises. But with an increasingly higher percentage of people opting for an MBA, the market is saturated. Now top companies are looking for candidates with unique skills and higher qualifications. Acquiring a doctorate in business will make you a coveted commodity in the job market and make you stand apart from the crowd. Equips you for a rewarding academic career A DBA degree will enable you to change the course of your business career to an academic one. A DBA degree allows you to pursue a career as a university professor or postdoctoral researcher.  Acquire advanced business skills and techniques A DBA degree will give you in-depth and hands-on training to manage high-level leadership positions. Your services can be imparted in C-level organizations, nonprofits, government organizations, and agencies, to name a few. Also, Online DBA programs offer you offer flexibility to manage your work and other commitments.   A DBA holder can specialize in single or multiple fields like public administration, engineering, marketing, project management, and much more in the multidisciplinary business area. DBA: Scope and Job Roles There is a wide array of positions one can choose from upon successfully completing a DBA. Some of the most notable career paths are: Professor and Postdoctoral Researcher DBA is a sure-shot way to propel your career to the field of Academics. Universities are in constant need of talented and expert teaching faculty, and if you are passionate about teaching, DBA is the way to go. Average Salary: ₹52,671 per month Market Research Analyst The financial market is ever-changing and dynamic. A market analyst explores this dynamic nature of the market and explores the products and services consumers are looking for and at what price point. Average Salary: ₹3,37,726 per month C Level Executive To oversee the operational direction of an organization, you need expert and intuitive high-level executives. Enterprises will always welcome experts who ensure they meet their business objectives. A DBA will equip you with keen insight and skills to meet the standards of this position. Average Salary: ₹1,30,768 per month Economic Analyst By conducting in-depth research, data analysis, and monitoring consumer trends, an economist plays a crucial role in a country’s economy. Moreover, they are necessary to make the population understand how resources are distributed in society and how to bridge the disparity if any. Average Salary: ₹5,30,791 per year MBA and DBA: Key Differences Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an internationally-recognized educational degree and equips students with in-depth knowledge about business trends and strategies. Upon completion of an MBA degree, a candidate will become familiar with business theories and practices, technology, forecasting, and globalization. In addition, students will be equipped to deal with real-world business problems and lead organizations.  MBA is not a terminal degree in business administration and is somewhat a general managerial overview degree. The Doctor of business administration educates candidates by carrying out their research. Upon completion of DBA, candidates will gain critical skills like business-oriented critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Most of the time, DBA candidates already possess an MBA. But university admission criteria vary, and some offer admission based on business experience. DBA is a terminal degree and allows candidates to independently develop and apply new business principles. DBA and Ph.D. in Business Administration: Key Differences Ph.D. in Business Administration is a higher degree you can acquire in the field and will help you attain teaching positions in the area. Usually lasting three to five years, it is a research-oriented degree focusing on business evolution, administration, and society’s impact. A doctor of Business Administration differs from a Ph.D. in several key areas. First, DBA recognizes the candidate’s knowledge in the business industry. Most candidates pursue BBA as a follow-up to an MBA. Second, DBA emphasizes more on the practical aspects of research.  Conclusion A DBA degree is an excellent opportunity for candidates who wish to further their careers and gain advanced knowledge in business administration. This degree will make you apt for formulating and executing innovative business solutions, exploring and integrating new business trends and technologies, and creating new business principles by intensive research. Whether you are working for another organization or an entrepreneur yourself, a DBA degree will be a great asset to your arsenal. We hope this article has provided you with enough insight if you wish to pursue a DBA degree. If you’re looking to pursue a Doctor of Business Administration degree to enhance your career potential, we recommend joining upGrad’s Global Doctor of Business Administration, one of the finest Online Doctorate Programs from the Swiss School of Business Management. The 36-months program comprises 12+ specializations, one-on-one thesis supervision, and international academic support.  Students get access to a global peer network of 40,000 paid learners of 75+ nationalities, paving the way for collaborations with 70+ industry faculty. What are you waiting for? Book your seat today! Talk to our career counsellor. 
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by upGrad

03 Mar'22
Why PhD in Business Administration?

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Why PhD in Business Administration?

What does a PhD in Business Management mean? An MBA degree is often heard of, but a DBA is a lesser-known degree. It is one of the highest academic degrees in business. And the degree is indeed prestigious in the field of academia and even the job sectors.  However, it is safe not to compare a traditional STEM or Humanities PhD in academia with a DBA since the course goals are diverse. The methodologies and career orientation for the PhDs are different, but the end goal of achievement is equally prestigious.  A PhD in Business Administration focuses on intensively preparing any candidate to delve deeper into the many research problems related to their research interest inside the sector of business management. Some of these topics include focusing on and solving a new research problem in Economics with varied solutions, public administration and consulting.  A PhD in Business Administration focuses equally on both real-life problems and the theoretical methods that are needed during coursework. You can push beyond their boundaries of existing knowledge with advanced tools and methods of apt decision making and the real business world.  After a PhD in Business Management, you can move on to broader job perspectives and work as Chief Financial Officers, Directors and Managers in the corporate sector. They can also teach as professors in institutions. Candidates with a doctorate degree have better job opportunities, better research scopes and a sustainable salary package. If you are looking for PhD admission for 2022, please read further.  Here are some of how pursuing a PhD in Business Administration will help you:  1. Added exposure in job sectors In today’s competitive job markets, a PhD in Business Management helps give a candidate a greater competitive edge over others in their application. A DBA is an exceptional and esteemed academic degree that makes a candidate special.  2. Increased salary packages A DBA always increases a candidate’s chances of receiving a salary hike. One can also negotiate with the company for a boost if needed. Candidates with a postgraduate degree are offered a higher range already. This will allow the company to provide a better salary to someone with more specialised and nuanced credentials.  3. Teaching sector roles A PhD in Business Management can be an excellent pathway for those aiming for academic roles. This degree will qualify many candidates to pursue higher studies in academia and make a candidate eligible for teaching. Academic conferences, presentations, and the valuable research methodologies worked upon during a DBA will help one get an edge over their future competitors.  4. Time to decide upon a career Choosing what to pursue after a postgraduate degree in management is challenging and life-changing. Hence, a candidate may require adequate time to decide how to proceed with the job markets. A PhD in Business Administration will give candidates the time and space to decide how to achieve their career goals. Online PhD programs offer you offer flexibility to manage your work and other commitments.   4. Climbing the connection-ladder The corporate job market is relentless – but becomes a little smoother when a candidate is backed up by positive connections that help them climb up the social ladder. This is a brilliant scope for people pursuing a PhD in Business Management. They can interact with influential people in higher ranks and build lasting connections. 5. Specialising in certain skills A PhD in Business Management allows you to expand on your interests that you could not adequately explore in your undergraduate or postgraduate years. In addition, having a specialised DBA also provides a candidate to check on many new job opportunities in previously unexplored sectors of business administration or management.  Why Learn DBA? We understand how difficult it is for professionals to devote their time to upskilling amid busy work schedules. As a working professional, if you are looking at adding Doctor title to your name, we would recommend DBA over PhD. A DBA program allows you to do the same and has a flexible industry-oriented approach rather than an academic approach taken by PhD. However, DBA won’t help you to earn a professor title at a UGC-approved institution since that will require a PhD. upGrad’s Global Doctor of Business Administration is flexible enough to help them balance their work and learning. This doctorate program is provided by the Swiss School of Business and Management (SSBM), Geneva, and the University of St. Gallen and Universite De Geneve.  This Doctor of Business Administration online provides the highest positive professional business skills growth and a better edge over competitors in the job sector. The minimum eligibility criteria is a Master’s degree (or equivalent) or 5+ years of work experience. This course will be a right fit for many reasons: Live 1:1 thesis supervision with a guide ACBSP accredited 36 months- with a dedication of a minimum of 10 hours a week No-cost EMI options starting at Rupees 16,875/- only EduQua qualified  SSBM alumni status  Designed especially keeping working professionals in mind, this degree provides the liberty to choose from diverse professional specialisations in Business Management, including Data Science, Healthcare Management, Cyber Security, Supply Chain Management, and Human Resource Management. The flexible program allows exposure to international industrial treatise in the research sector of one’s choice. Sign up today to learn more! 
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by upGrad

10 Apr'22
What is the difference between a doctorate (PhD) and a DBA?

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What is the difference between a doctorate (PhD) and a DBA?

You might already have several years of work experience and a postgraduate degree. Perhaps even an MBA. How do you then stand out from the crowd in a rapidly changing world and prove to employers that you are the right one to hire? You can show your extensive work history or your track record. You could ask your network for recommendations. You could gain skills and certifications or a degree that’s even more prestigious than an MBA. If you choose the latter, you could go down the route of a PhD, spend some years doing research and come up with your own unique theory and framework. Or, you could do a DBA. What is the difference between a PhD and a DBA? A Doctor of Philosophy degree (PhD), is a type of a doctorate degree, and perhaps the most common doctorate awarded. It can be awarded in almost any subject and is achieved after three to four years of full-time research or five to seven years of part time research culminating in the presentation of a new theory or idea in the field.  A Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), on the other hand, is a specialised doctorate in Business. It requires the student to undertake research to present solutions to problems, often ones that they’ve experienced within their own businesses or places of employment. While a PhD is most suited to academics, a DBA keeps working professionals in mind, even though there can be some crossover between both. Both of the degrees award a Doctorate upon completion and are equal in rank, title and prestige.  Should I do a DBA or a PhD? A PhD can be in any field. It is purely research based, and extensive time will be spent developing a new idea or framework where there is a gap in existing knowledge. It is especially suited towards academics or aspiring academics. A DBA on the other hand is tailored towards business professionals with some work experience who want to move up within an organisation and break into management positions.  Coursework is a combination of taught components and research. A student will combine scientific research, theory and professional experience to work on a business problem in an area such as leadership, decision-making, global change etc. What qualifications do I need for a DBA or a PhD? A PhD often requires a Master’s degree or an M.Phil, particularly if it’s a PhD in an arts or humanities field. Admissions criteria are different depending on the institution, but a key part of the PhD admissions process is finding a supervisor with expertise in or doing research in the area that you’d like to study. A DBA, surprisingly, depending on the institution, can be done straight after a Bachelor’s with some work experience. You could potentially skip the time and cost of an MBA or a Master’s degree entirely! How will a DBA or a PhD affect my career progression? A PhD, being a more academic degree, is better suited to someone who would like to develop process and policy, or even teach, particularly in a research or academic institution. Read more about the career opportunities after PhD in India. A DBA with its practical, problem-solving nature, often attracts management or aspiring candidates hoping to break into top level management positions within the field of business.  Due to this, it’s likely that a DBA holder will trend towards higher paid upper-level management jobs within businesses and corporations. Deciding between a DBA or a PhD depends hugely on your individual circumstances and what you want to achieve in your future career. As a working professional, if you are looking at adding a Doctor title to your name, we would recommend DBA over PhD. A DBA program allows you to do the same and has a flexible industry-oriented approach rather than an academic approach taken by PhD. However, DBA won’t help you to earn a professor title at a UGC-approved institution since that will require a PhD. Here’s why we think the SSBM DBA degree powered by upGrad is a great choice for driven executives. It is the most effective way to continue scaling the corporate ladder without sacrificing continuity in career or time. Made for busy executives: you will get your DBA within 3 years without having to leave your job and spend 5 years getting a doctorate on campus Outcome-driven: you can focus on any of our 13 specializations and build your expertise where it’ll make the highest impact to you  Highly engaging and intellectually stimulating: you will learn from excellent professors and have 1:1 support on your thesis Enormous ROI: thanks to upGrad’s technology and approach to democratize higher education you pay only a fraction of an old school doctorate and reap the rewards nonetheless
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by Vikramaditya Kapur

20 Apr'22
How can business and tech leaders acquire a doctorate and get a ‘Dr.’ prefix before one’s name?

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How can business and tech leaders acquire a doctorate and get a ‘Dr.’ prefix before one’s name?

We were attending a conference of business leaders in Germany when I noticed a curious thing. Of the 50 odd CXOs and senior management folks I met during the conference; a vast majority introduced themselves with a Dr. prefix before their name. When I enquired about this to a colleague in the Berlin office who also had a doctorate, she explained to me how Doctorate is seen as the highest level of expertise a person can have in their field of employment in Germany and Western Europe. Even more curious, I asked her why a business leader or a tech leader spends so much of their energy getting a doctorate; isn’t that for academicians? She laughed and told me that it is just one of the ways to get a ‘Dr’ prefix before one’s name! For an economy over-indexed towards specialization and a nation obsessed with perfection, there is no better way to signal one’s expertise and climb the echelons of a corporate career than getting a doctorate. The truth is that there are multiple ways of acquiring a doctorate degree for business and tech leaders. It is through a DBA or Doctor of Business Administration, which is the preferred route since one can easily pursue a DBA while working.  Universities across Europe offer DBAs since there are so many takers and have hence created a curriculum that can be managed alongside one’s tight schedule at work. Internationally accepted and common ways of pursuing a doctorate world over include Ph.D.: Doctor of Philosophy, DBA: Doctor of Business Administration, EdD: Doctor of Education, MD: Doctor of Medicine, and EngD: Doctor of Engineering. Germany, every year, churns out 29,000 doctorates and the vast majority of them join their industry. It is this pedigree of leaders with deep thinking ability and an eye for detail that ensures that the German industry and businesses are high on innovation. In fact, Berlin has one of the most dynamic startup cultures in Europe with companies making a global impact. Interestingly the German & European education systems have figured out ways of letting people enter the employment phase early, while allowing them to upskill in parallel pursuing Master’s and Doctorate while working. This is where a DBA or Doctorate in Business Administration becomes a phenomenal idea. Multiple top Universities across Europe- especially the UK, Germany, and Switzerland have started offering DBA to business and tech leaders and ones aspiring to be one, allowing them to super specialize in their domains. Individual doctorate programs which have a combination of thesis and instruction led curriculum ensures one can pursue the program in the subject one is already working on and hence reducing the additional pressure. Another best part is that these programs have evolved to majorly online, allowing even international students to pursue the same. Such an idea will be greatly beneficial to our country where we have so much of a dearth of highly qualified people, not because of the lack of energy or enterprise but just the lack of options. With DBA degree courses available on online platforms like ours, make it easily accessible and offer a good return on investment as compared to an offline degree. This course is carefully designed for working professionals who are looking for a transition into the C-suite and senior management roles while looking at becoming experts in their domain of choice. The professional doctorate degree also allows candidates to practice in the field and advance to leadership positions. With the help of such online DBA programs, India can also have an increased number of Doctors from business and tech-driven roles who have the coveted ‘Dr.’ title to their name in record time. As a nation, our strength is our people, the best human resource available across the world who can solve complex problems in record time. All we need to do is to arm them further with courses and opportunities like this that are on par with other western countries.
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by Arjun Mohan

26 May'22