Nisarg Adhikari Hits the Jackpot After Spotting a Flaw in CBSE Portal

A 19 year old cybersecurity researcher, Nisarg Adhikari, has earned national recognition after identifying security vulnerabilities in the CBSE on screen marking portal. Instead of misusing the flaws, he responsibly reported them, drawing praise from experts and netizens across the country. His talent was soon recognized by Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, which offered him a role at its prestigious cybersecurity research center.

Nisarg has been appointed as an Open Source Intelligence and Threat Intelligence Engineer at C3iHub, one of India's leading cybersecurity and cyber defense research hubs. IIT Kanpur Director Manindra Agrawal praised the young researcher, stating that he has demonstrated exceptional technical skills at a very young age and possesses tremendous potential in the cybersecurity field.

C3iHub focuses on cyber threats, data protection, and digital security for critical sectors, including government, banking, and defense systems. Experts say professionals in similar roles generally earn between ₹50,000 and ₹1.2 lakh per month, though talented specialists like Nisarg may receive higher compensation. His journey from identifying a security flaw to securing a position at a premier research institution highlights the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals.