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In an unexpected twist, a standard recruitment ad for security guards at Vishal Mega Mart has spiraled into a viral meme phenomenon across India.
From Facebook and Telegram to X (formerly Twitter) and WhatsApp, social media platforms are now brimming with witty memes and reels about the retail giant’s latest hiring spree.
Job Notification Triggers Meme Storm
The hilarious trend kicked off when Vishal Mega Mart announced a massive recruitment drive to hire thousands of security guards throughout India. While the retail chain expected responses from job seekers, it unintentionally ignited an online comedy fest.
Internet users began exaggerating the recruitment process, comparing it to prestigious and challenging exams like UPSC, IIT-JEE, and NEET. One viral joke quipped, “Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket because he got selected as a Vishal Mega Mart security guard.”
Vishal Mega mart Security gaurd batch 2025 By Jaan Sir Patna pic.twitter.com/Z3QK9sWOKU
— Divyanshu Tiwari (@divyaaanshuu) May 17, 2025
Satirical Stories About Recruitment Test Go Viral
Adding fuel to the meme fire, one Instagram user fabricated a detailed backstory, claiming that an exam was conducted on April 1, with questions on English, Current Affairs, and Local Languages. According to the joke, applicants underwent medical screening, physical fitness checks, and were evaluated based on past experience, martial arts skills, and shooting training. The user concluded that only the top 1% cleared the exam, labeling it tougher than India’s most elite tests.
Phrases like “Ek hi sapna – Vishal Mega Mart security guard” (Only one dream – to become a security guard at Vishal Mega Mart) have caught on like wildfire, reflecting the parody of competitive job culture in the country.
In one AI-generated viral image, Virat Kohli and Cristiano Ronaldo are humorously shown dressed as security personnel standing outside a Vishal Mega Mart store.
Vishal mega Mart security guard job context !🫠 pic.twitter.com/e7LFHKM3P8
— Arpit (@arpitsrivastvv) May 17, 2025
With God’s grace I secured AIR – 2 in Vishal Mega Mart Security Guard Exams 🥹😭🤌🏻🧿♥️ pic.twitter.com/AYIb9BaUBM
— अkhil✨ (@bas_kar_oyee) May 17, 2025
How Much Does a Vishal Mega Mart Security Guard Earn?
With over 645 stores across India, Vishal Mega Mart is a prominent player in the country’s retail sector. As interest in the security guard position surges due to the meme trend, many are now curious about the actual salary and benefits tied to the job.
Based on data from AmbitionBox and Glassdoor, here’s a breakdown of the monthly salary structure:
Freshers: ₹9,000 – ₹12,000/month
Experienced Guards: ₹13,000 – ₹18,000/month
Supervisors: ₹19,000 – ₹25,000/month
Additional perks often include medical benefits, Provident Fund (PF), and exclusive staff discounts.
What began as a simple job announcement by Vishal Mega Mart has snowballed into a nation-wide meme sensation, blending humor with commentary on India’s exam and employment culture. While the memes continue to entertain, they’ve also drawn real attention to a sector that often goes unnoticed.
