I interviewed with Cummins for a position starting with a first round on March 10, which I cleared successfully. My second round was held on March 26. After that, I didn't hear anything for a week until April 3, when the HR called saying the discussion went well, but they were waiting on formal confirmation—something that struck me as unclear. After another delay, on April 11, HR asked for my previous months’ payslips and a revised offer letter from my last company. I submitted the documents on April 14, and the very next day, April 15, we had a detailed conversation about compensation. HR agreed on a 60% hike, factoring in the benefits I’d be leaving behind, and assured me that the offer would be rolled out in a day or two. However, things took a surprising turn. No communication for the next 15 days. Then, out of the blue, I received a proposal email with a package nearly 10 lakhs less than what was discussed. No prior intimation, no explanation, no courtesy call. Finally, on May 5, HR called to say that the offer didn’t get internal approvals due to budget constraints. It was disheartening to wait two months only to learn that the offer was neither honored nor transparently handled. I trusted the process, especially because the company is close to my home and I genuinely saw potential in this opportunity. But the lack of communication, shifting expectations, and opaque internal decision-making left a poor impression. Advice to Candidates: Be cautious, and don't pause other opportunities while waiting on an offer—even if things sound promising.