How to Earn Money Through X: A Step-by-Step Guide for Indian Students

Making money, side hustle, social media are some commonly used terms and normalized concerns in today’s era. Knowing about monetising the twitter account will pay off well in the coming months. Additionally, twitter (now "X" under Elon Musk), is fast becoming more than a social network, it's also where you can build a personal brand and earn money online. Below is a concise, research-based guide for Indian students who want to earn money from their presence on Twitter.

 

1. Create a Twitter/X Profile of Value

To make money, you need influence and participation. That is where you begin:

• Choose your niche: Write about what you know or what you are interested in (e.g., technology, study tips, entertainment, startups, sports, memes, news).
• Daily post: Share daily tips, news, new ideas, or insights.
• Participate: Respond to popular hashtags, interact with fellow Indians/influencers, and participate in Twitter Spaces or Communities.
• Use hashtags wisely: Utilize popular and trending hashtags to reach more.

 

1. Join Twitter’s Official Monetization Features

• A. Ad Revenue Sharing ("Ads Revenue Sharing" Program)
• Twitter/X shares ad revenue with creators on an eligibility basis.
• To be eligible, your account should:
• Be subscribed to X Premium (paid monthly feature).
• Have a minimum of 5 million post impressions within the last 3 months.
• Pass human review for original, non-violent, non-spam content.
• At least 18 years old and have a Stripe account for payouts (Stripe is accepted in India).
• Go to: Monetization > Join Ad Revenue Sharing (through X Premium Settings).

 

• B. Subscriptions ("Super Follows" rebranded "Subscriptions")
• Offer high-quality content (premium tweets, Q&A, private Spaces) to subscription-paying followers.
• Charge your own monthly subscription rate (Twitter makes a commission).
• Requirements: 500+ followers, recent action in the past 30 days, and 18+ years.
• Post via Monetization in the Twitter/X sidebar.

 

1. Brand Promotions and Partnerships

For the ones with a large and relevant audience:

• Collaborate with brands: Brands will pay you to review their products, offer away products, or review their services.
• How to obtain deals: Brands come directly with offers via DMs, or you can register with influencer marketing platforms (like Plixxo, Qoruz, or One Impression).
• Always disclose paid collaborations publicly with #ad or #sponsored according to ASCI and Twitter policy.

 

1. Affiliate Marketing

Post product affiliate links (Amazon, Flipkart, Skillshare, ed-tech, etc.) and earn a commission on every sale through your link. Couple affiliate offers with useful tips, authentic reviews, or "Top 5" lists to generate clicks.

 

1. Sell Your Own Products or Services

• Market e-books, study guides, courses online, or tutoring services.
• Offer freelance services (programming, design, writing) and make your Twitter a mini-portfolio.
• Utilize platforms such as Instamojo (India-friendly) or Gumroad for easy payment.

 

1. Try Twitter Spaces and Communities

Host or participate in Twitter Spaces (live audio discussions) on trending subjects, some creators now host ticketed paid Spaces. Gain knowledge; when you have a large enough audience, brands will compensate you to host or facilitate conversations.

 

1. Use Comment Feature

Build your presence through commenting. Let X users become familiar with your page/account so as to become a sought-after influencer like Orry. 

 

Exclusive Tips For Indian  Students

• Start small: Focus on establishing trust and engagement, rather than on the number of followers.
• Keep abreast: Twitter's monetization policies may shift—visit the official "Monetization" page periodically.
• Don't spam: Ethics, quality, and consistency are more valuable than instant self-promotion.
• Payouts: Most Twitter/X payouts (AdShare, Subscriptions) are via Stripe; Indian users will need a PAN, bank account, and GST details for regular compliance.

 

Earning money on Twitter is possible in India provided one does it creatively, with patience, and with a view to generating real value. Start from what you know, engage with your followers, and try out different opportunities. Twitter/X is no longer a platform to debate, but a real platform for Indian students to earn money online.

 

FAQs

 

Can under-18 students earn money on Twitter? 

No, official programs that you sign up for must be 18+. But you can start building your presence and skills early. 

 

Does Twitter pay for each viral tweet directly? 

No. Only paid profiles in the program can earn money through subscriptions or advertisements. 

 

Can you Earn From X?

Yes, there are both direct and indirect ways to earn from X.

 

How much can you make from twitter?

Depending on factors like followers, demand, hype, etc, one can earn from a few thousands to lakhs on X.