Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal, known for sharing his views on social media, recently spoke about employee salaries. He suggested that companies should pay their staff twice a month instead of following the traditional monthly salary cycle.
Call for Change in Salary Structure
Taking to LinkedIn, the Shark Tank India judge said the old payment system needs a rethink. More frequent payouts could help employees manage expenses such as EMIs, rent, and other regular bills more comfortably.
Anupam shared in a LinkedIn post: "When should you get paid? Companies offer enhanced leave, free food, and remote working so they can say they are 'employee-centric'. But one of the most valued benefits is ignored. Most companies pay salaries on the 7th. Some on the 1st unless it's the weekend, which then means the 2nd, 3rd, or the 4th. A few years ago, we decided at Shaadi.com that salaries should go out at the end of the current month, not in the following month. Not as a perk. But as common sense. Because for some folks, a week's delay may be an accounting detail. But for most, it can mean an EMI bounce, a rent scramble, an awkward call, or half a day wasted fixing something that should never have broken."
Benefits of Bi-Monthly Payments
He further added, "Ask the vast majority of India, and they will tell you, Cash flow is dignity. In fact, I think companies should pay twice a month, 15th and 30th. Yes, payroll teams will grumble a bit. But in 2026, with tech, this is not rocket science. Better cash flow means less stress, fewer debt traps, more spending velocity and ergo, a GDP nudge. Win for employees. Win for companies. Win for the economy. So, push your HR and let's end this British-era next-month payout system?"
For the uninitiated, Anupam Mittal has been a part of Shark Tank India's judges panel since season 1. He began his journey with Sagaai.com in 1997, and the website was later renamed Shaadi.com in 1999.
