From College Dropout To Millionaire: Meet Man, Son Of A Security Guard, Faced Hardships, Started With Rs 11,000 Salary, Now Owns 3 Companies; He Is…

From struggling in school and earning just Rs 11,000 as his first salary to building three successful companies, Sushil Singh’s journey is a powerful reminder that failure is not the end. Born into poverty and raised in a Mumbai chawl, he slowly worked his way up through hard work, smart decisions, and unwavering determination. 

Anupama Jha | Dec 20, 2025, 13:19 PM IST
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From a small town to big dreams

From a small town to big dreams

Sushil Singh was born into a poor family in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. Life was never easy, but even amid hardships, he carried a quiet dream of building something of his own.

 

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A difficult childhood in Mumbai

A difficult childhood in Mumbai

Sushil’s family later moved to Mumbai, where they lived in a chawl in Dombivli. His father worked as a bank security guard, while his mother managed the household. Money was tight, and struggles were part of daily life.

 

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Failed in school, but didn’t give up

Failed in school, but didn’t give up

Academics were a challenge for Sushil. He struggled badly in school and failed initially, but with one year of focused effort, he finally cleared Class 12, a turning point that boosted his confidence.

 

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College without passion, but with purpose

College without passion, but with purpose

Though not keen on studies, Sushil completed Computer Science graduation from Allahabad University. He later pursued a polytechnic course, hoping practical skills would open doors to better opportunities.

 

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First job, first salary—Rs 11,000

First job, first salary—Rs 11,000

Like many young professionals, Sushil began with entry-level jobs. His first salary was just Rs 11,000, but instead of feeling discouraged, he treated it as a learning phase.

 

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Marriage that changed everything

Marriage that changed everything

Sushil’s life took a major turn after marrying Sarita Rawat, a software engineer. Together, they decided to start a business and partnered with a US-based businessman—laying the foundation of SSR Techvision, a BPO in Noida.

 

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From rented seats to owning a building

From rented seats to owning a building

The couple started small, renting just four seats in a co-working office with eight desks. In an astonishing two and a half years, Sushil claims the company grew so fast that they bought the entire building in Noida.

 

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Three companies, one inspiring journey

Three companies, one inspiring journey

After SSR Techvision, Sushil launched Deebaco, a global B2C online clothing brand. In 2019, he started his third venture, Cyva Systems Inc, a multinational IT consulting firm—cementing his journey from failure to success.

 

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