Panjab University's Hoshiarpur centre receives more than 100 placement offers

Indian Express

a day ago

The Panjab University Swami Sarvanand Giri Regional Centre, (PUSSGRC), Hoshiarpur, has received more than 100 placement offers for the academic year 2024–2025.
The highest package offered this year is an impressive Rs 24.79 lakh per annum (LPA).
Placement offers were secured through over 50 recruitment drives, with participation from more than 40 reputed companies and first-time recruiters from varied sectors such as IT services, core engineering, data analytics, intellectual property research, and business development.
The Faculty of Engineering at PUSSGRC, which offers undergraduate degrees in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and Electronics and Communication Engineering, is recognised for its academic rigour and industry-relevant curriculum.
Among the key placement highlights, Infosys selected 13 students for various roles including Specialist Programmer (Rs. 9.5 LPA), Digital Specialist Engineer (Rs. 6.5 LPA), and System Engineer (Rs. 3.6 LPA).
Noteworthy individual achievements included Saurabh Kumar's promotion to the Specialist Programmer role and Ashrutpurva Singh's selection as a Graduate Trainee Engineer at Steel Strips Wheels Ltd, representing success in the core mechanical engineering sector.
Notably, around 23 students secured double placements, further underscoring the centre's strong industry engagement and the versatility of its students.
Appreciating the placements, PU Vice-Chancellor Professor Renu Vig congratulated the students and the placement team, stating that in today's highly competitive environment, securing placement offers is the true test of 'academic strength and industry-relevant skills'.
'This strong performance highlights not only the academic excellence and holistic development but also the readiness of our students to meet real-world challenges,' she said.
Director of PUSSGRC Dr H S Bains expressed pride in the achievements of the PUSSGRC students, highlighting the institute's 'culture of innovation, discipline, and personal growth'.
PUSSGRC Training and Placement Officer Dr Vrajesh Sharma acknowledged the collective efforts behind this success.
He emphasised that the UIET and the Department of Computer Science and Applications (DCSA) at Hoshiarpur have consistently maintained a 'strong placement record due to their ongoing industry interaction and strategic placement planning'.
Director of PU Central Placement Cell Prof. Meena Sharma said, 'the placement achievements at PUSSGRC are a reflection of dedicated preparation, strong academic foundations, and active industry collaboration'.
To prepare students effectively for placements, the institute conducted extensive pre-placement training sessions covering aptitude development, logical reasoning, quantitative skills, and soft skills such as resume writing, group discussions, and interview techniques.
Mock interviews, both technical and HR, were organised to simulate real recruitment scenarios, while domain-specific mentoring sessions enhanced technical and problem-solving capabilities.
In addition, live projects, industry talks, alumni interactions, and internships provided hands-on experience and industry exposure.
Looking ahead, the institute aims to deepen its engagement with emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and semiconductor technologies.
In line with national missions like Digital India, Startup India, and Make in India, the institute is actively fostering collaborations with start-ups, public sector undertakings, and innovation-driven enterprises.
It also continues to encourage student participation in research, entrepreneurship, and public sector career opportunities.
The crème de la crème or the best performers of the placement season 2024-25 have been recognised for their outstanding achievements.
Students who stood out for their exceptional performance and professional accomplishments include Kavya Gupta, Yashwardhan Jyani, Saurabh Kumar, Harsh Kumar, Sanchita Bassi, Puneet Uppal, Puja Kumari, and Abhay Raina, who garnered impressive placement offers, showcasing their talent and dedication.