Citing data from exit survey, IIT Bombay counters job

It put out a post on social media on the same,

Data serves as a valuable resource for students, parents

IIT Bombay has been in the news for its students (36%) not getting placements.  Now, the institute has issued a clarification on the same. 

It resorted to data from an exit survey conducted among graduating students in 2022-23.

According to the survey results shared by IIT Bombay on social media, only 6.1% of the graduating batch are still in search of employment opportunities. This stands in stark contrast to earlier reports indicating a much higher percentage of students unable to secure jobs.

The data further reveals that 57.1% of the graduating batch secured jobs through the college placements. Additionally, 12.2% of students opted for pursuing higher degrees, while 10.3% secured off-campus jobs outside IIT Bombay. Furthermore, 8.3% chose public services, and 1.6% joined startups. A small percentage of 4.3% are “not yet decided” about their career paths.

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The initial report highlighting concerns about a significant number of students failing to secure placements had sparked discussions regarding the challenges faced by recent graduates amidst global economic uncertainties and hiring slowdowns. An official from IIT Bombay attributed the complexities in the placement process to evolving dynamics of the job market, particularly impacting fields like computer science and engineering.

The release of this exit survey data aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the employment situation among IIT Bombay graduates, highlighting various paths chosen by students beyond traditional campus placements. This data may serve as a valuable resource for students, parents, and stakeholders in evaluating career options and navigating the job market landscape.