Bengaluru’s PG Business Sparks Viral Debate on Rent and Deposits

A social media post about the booming Paying Guest (PG) accommodation business in Bengaluru has gone viral, leading to heated discussions on high rents, security deposits, and tenant issues.

Social Media Reactions
Monalika Patnaik, a user on X (formerly Twitter), posted:
“My dream job is to become a PG owner in Bangalore, do nothing, get a huge rent every month, and never return the security deposit.”

The post resonated with many, gaining over 300,000 views, thousands of likes, and plenty of reactions.

my dream job is to become a pg owner in banglore, do nothing, get a whooping rent at the end of every month and not return the security deposit

— Monalika Patnaik (@MonalikaPatnaik) March 1, 2025

One user joked:
“Forget startups, the real unicorns in India are Bangalore PG owners. Zero investment, infinite returns, and no refunds.”

Another pointed out how profitable the business is, saying:
“Bangalore PG owners easily earn ₹2.5 to ₹5 lakh per month, depending on the number of rooms. Plus, they collect a huge advance payment.”

Some people shared their own experiences. One user wrote:
“I once thought of running a PG when I stayed in one back in 2014-15. It’s a crazy business! But I wanted to provide good food and clean rooms.”

Another user humorously added:
“Not returning the security deposit sounds personal.”

The Growing PG Business in Bengaluru

Bengaluru has a huge PG market, mainly serving students and young professionals. But issues like high rent, non-refundable deposits, and poor services have raised concerns about tenant rights and the need for stricter regulations.

As housing affordability remains a challenge, this viral discussion has once again highlighted the struggles faced by PG residents in India’s tech capital.