Archive · 9 Jan 2026
Bengaluru Techie Tests Rapido Side Hustle
A techie in Bengaluru decided to try working for Rapido, a bike taxi service, as a side job for four days.
He mostly worked late at night because Rapido gives extra money for rides between 10 PM and 6 AM.
Over four days, he worked 17 hours and earned Rs 2220.
After paying for fuel, he made Rs 1820.
That's about Rs 106 per hour.
Some people online said they also do this kind of work and make good money.
The techie said this kind of job is good for students or people who need extra money but have free time at night.
It's not easy because it's tiring and fuel costs money, but it can help people make more money.
A Bengaluru techie tested Rapido as a side hustle for four days, working mostly late at night due to higher incentives.
He earned a total of Rs 2220, with a net profit of Rs 1820 after fuel expenses, averaging Rs 106 per hour.
Rapido offers a 20% incentive for rides between 10 PM and 6 AM, making night shifts more rewarding.
The experiment sparked a wider conversation online about part-time gig work and its potential to supplement income.
The techie concluded that such work is suitable for students and those with free hours at night, but it comes with challenges like long hours and physical strain.
- Who
- A Bengaluru techie and other part-time Rapido riders
- What
- A techie tested Rapido as a side hustle for four days
- When
- Over four days, with most rides between 10 PM and 6 AM
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- To see if part-time gig work could provide meaningful extra income
- Duration
- 4 days
- Total Hours Worked
- 17 hours
- Gross Earnings
- Rs 2220
- Fuel Expenses
- Rs 400
- Net Profit
- Rs 1820
- Hourly Rate After Expenses
- Rs 106.47
- Incentive Period
- 10 PM to 6 AM
- Incentive Rate
- 20%