Employee Referral Network — ERN
The smartest way to get inside
the companies that matter to you.
ERN connects job seekers directly with employees inside their target companies. A real referral from a real colleague — not a cold application lost in the pile.
Free to join · No commitment · Works for job seekers and employees alike
500+
Verified Referral Associates
5,000+
Referral Requests
1,200+
Referrals Accepted
The Simple Version
How the Referral Network Works
Four clean steps. No middlemen. A direct path from your resume to the right desk.
Step 01
Find a Target Role
A job seeker spots a role at a company where an ERN Referral Associate works. That company is already on the network.
Step 02
Send a Referral Request
Using Career Coins, the candidate sends a referral request directly to the verified Referral Associate at that company.
Step 03
Referral Associate Reviews
The Referral Associate sees the full resume and decides — completely on their own terms — whether to refer this person.
Step 04
Referral Submitted
When accepted, the Referral Associate refers internally. The candidate's resume goes to the right hands — fast.
⚡ A referral increases the chances of getting noticed by recruiters — but does not guarantee hiring. The final decision always rests with the company.
Both Sides Win
Who Is ERN For?
ERN is built for two kinds of people. Both get something valuable out of it.
Job Seekers
Looking for a job?
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✓Skip the cold application queueA referral puts you ahead of hundreds who applied the standard way. Your resume doesn't disappear into a portal.
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✓Connect with company insidersGet your resume seen by someone who knows the hiring manager — not just an ATS system.
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✓Works alongside Premium job matchingPremium subscribers get Career Coins built in. Use them to request referrals at the companies you care about most.
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✓Track every request in real timeKnow when a Referral Associate views your profile and whether they accepted or declined — no more silence.
Referral Associates
Working at a company?
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✓Earn your company's referral bonusMost large Indian companies pay ₹10,000–₹50,000+ when a referred candidate joins. ERN helps you find the right profiles to refer.
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✓You decide who to refer — alwaysReview every resume before saying yes. There's zero pressure. Refer only the candidates you'd genuinely vouch for.
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✓Earn Talent Coins for referringSahiJobHai rewards active Referral Associates with Talent Coins — on top of any bonus your company pays directly.
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✓Build real professional goodwillHelping strong candidates find opportunities adds to your reputation — inside your company and beyond.
The Research
Why Employee Referrals Work
3×
Higher Interview Rate
Referred candidates are 3× more likely to get an interview than those who apply cold.
40%
Of Hires via Referrals
Major Indian companies fill up to 40% of roles through employee referrals — often before posting publicly.
Fast
Shorter Hiring Cycle
Referral hiring moves faster — candidates skip the initial screening that slows most applications down.
Companies Known for Strong Employee Referral Bonus Programs
Infosys
Wipro
Accenture
TCS
HCL
Cognizant
Amazon
Flipkart
Zomato
Paytm
These companies actively encourage employee referrals and pay bonuses when referred candidates are hired.
ERN Economy
How Coins Work
Career Coins are how job seekers request referrals. They prevent spam and ensure Referral Associates only hear from serious candidates. Talent Coins are how Referral Associates accept referrals. They prevent spam and ensure candidates only receive interest from serious Referral Associates.
💰 Career Coins — For Job Seekers
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Purchase a Coin PackBuy directly on the platform. Career Coins activate instantly and never expire.
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Included in Premium PlansMonthly and 3-Month Premium subscribers get Career Coins automatically — no separate purchase needed.
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1–3 Coins per Referral RequestEach request costs a small number of Career Coins depending on the role type and company tier.
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Refunded if UnacceptedIf no Referral Associate accepts your request within 7 days, it closes automatically and your Career Coins are refunded.
🎯 Talent Coins — For Referral Associates
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Earn by ReferringReferral Associates earn Talent Coins as a reward from SahiJobHai for actively referring candidates.
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Purchase a Coin PackTalent Coins can also be purchased directly on the platform and activate instantly.
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Spent When Accepting a ReferralAccepting a candidate's referral request uses a small number of Talent Coins.
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Keeps the Network High QualityThe coin cost filters out casual accepts — candidates only hear from genuinely committed Referral Associates.
For Referral Associates
How to Become an ERN Referral Associate
Four steps to go from sign-up to your first referral. Takes under 5 minutes to get set up.
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Create Your Account
Sign up on SahiJobHai. When you register, select the ERN Referral Associate account type — or switch to it inside your existing account settings.
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Verify Your Company Email
Enter your official company email. We send a one-time OTP to confirm you actually work there — this is how candidates know the Referral Associate is real. No documents, no KYC — just your work inbox.
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Review Incoming Requests
Once your company email is verified, your profile goes live. Your dashboard shows all incoming referral requests, each with the candidate's full resume. Review at your own pace — there's no pressure.
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Refer Internally & Earn Your Bonus
For candidates you approve, refer them through your company's normal referral process. When they get hired, you may receive your company's referral bonus — on top of Talent Coins from SahiJobHai.
Join as an ERN Referral Associate — Free →
Requires company email verification only · Takes ~5 minutes
Transparency
Network Guidelines
ERN is built on trust. These rules protect both the job seeker and the Referral Associate.
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Referrals are always voluntary
No Referral Associate is ever pressured to refer. They review and decide based on their own professional judgment — full stop.
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No job guarantee — ever
A referral improves visibility, not certainty. The final hiring decision belongs entirely to the company.
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Company email verification required
Referral Associates verify their company affiliation via a one-time work email OTP before they can receive any requests.
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Match quality over quantity
Candidates should only request referrals for roles they genuinely qualify for. Irrelevant requests get declined — that's expected and by design.
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Requests are private to the Referral Associate
When a candidate sends a referral request, only that specific Referral Associate can see it. Requests are never shared publicly or forwarded to the company's HR directly.
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Coins can be refunded
If a request goes unaccepted for 7 days, or a Referral Associate declines within the eligible refund window, candidates can apply for a Career Coin refund through the issue resolution system.
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before getting started.
Does a referral guarantee I get the job? ▼
No. A referral increases the chances of your resume getting noticed — but the final decision always belongs to the company. ERN helps you bypass the initial filter, not guarantee an offer.
Why do Referral Associates give referrals? ▼
Many companies offer referral bonuses (₹10,000–₹50,000+) when referred candidates are hired. Referral Associates also earn Talent Coins from SahiJobHai and build professional goodwill. ERN makes it easy to find the right profiles to refer — so the bonus is actually achievable.
How many coins does a referral request cost? ▼
Typically 1–3 Career Coins per request, depending on the role type and company tier. Coins can be purchased directly, earned through platform activity, or are included automatically in Monthly and 3-Month Premium plans.
What happens if a Referral Associate rejects my request? ▼
A rejection simply means the Referral Associate didn't feel confident enough to refer you for that specific role — it says nothing about you as a person. Your Career Coins are refunded if the rejection falls within the eligible refund window, or automatically after 7 days if the request goes unanswered.
As a Referral Associate, do I have to refer everyone who requests? ▼
Absolutely not. You review every profile before deciding. Refer only people you'd genuinely vouch for. Your professional reputation matters — ERN is designed to protect it.
Do I need KYC or ID verification to become a Referral Associate? ▼
No. ERN no longer requires KYC or ID document uploads. Verifying your company email address with a one-time OTP is the only step needed to confirm you work where you say you do.
Can I use ERN and Premium job matching together? ▼
Yes — and this is the recommended strategy. Use Premium to see all matching jobs, then use Career Coins to request referrals at the companies you're most interested in. Apply directly + request a referral = highest possible chance of getting noticed.
I already have an account. Do I need a new one to use ERN? ▼
No. SahiJobHai lets you switch your account type from within your settings. You can switch between Job Seeker, ERN Referral Associate, and Job Partner without creating a separate account.
Is ERN free for Referral Associates? ▼
Yes. Joining as an ERN Referral Associate is completely free. You verify your company email once, and then simply review requests that come your way whenever you choose — spending Talent Coins only when you accept.
Join ERN — It's Free
The referral network
that actually works.
500+ verified Referral Associates. 1,200+ referrals accepted. Whether you're a job seeker or a working professional — ERN is built for you.
Free to join · No commitment · One account works for all roles