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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Science
- Time of India
How a village girl's robot for farmers won her a ₹72 lakh job offer at Rolls-Royce's jet division
When Rithuparna KS stepped out of her NEET exam hall a few years ago, she thought her shot at becoming a doctor was over. 'After my PUC, my dream was to become a doctor. However, when my NEET results did not fetch a govt seat, I secured a govt seat in the 2022 CET counselling and enrolled at Sahyadri College. Though disheartened initially, from day one of college, I began exploring and ideating,' she told TNN. Her father suggested engineering. She picked Robotics and Automation at Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management in Mangaluru. The plan was simple: make the most of it. From college projects to international medals She didn't sit still. Senior students' projects grabbed her attention. She wanted in. Soon, she and a friend were building robots for arecanut farmers — machines that could spray pesticide and harvest nuts, cutting down back-breaking work. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo They took this to the INEX conference in Goa. They came back with gold and silver medals after competing with teams from Singapore, Japan, China and Russia. From local labs to NITK and real-world impact Rithuparna didn't stop at classroom demos. She joined a research team at NITK Surathkal , digging into robotic surgery. She spoke to real surgeons. She sat with local officials, including then Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan MP, to help build an app for better waste management in her district. Live Events She was also picked for the Dakshina Kannada DC Fellowship, chosen as one of 15 students tackling real local issues. The Rolls-Royce rejection that changed everything Her biggest goal? Land an internship at Rolls-Royce. But when she first reached out, they shot her down bluntly. 'Do you even qualify to be part of our firm?' they asked. They told her she wouldn't manage even one task in a month. Most people would have given up. Rithuparna didn't. She asked for a chance to prove herself. They threw her a one-month task. She didn't fully understand it at first but she researched, read, stayed up. She got it done in a week. Rolls-Royce took notice. One task turned into another. Then more. For eight months she juggled tough assignments, back-to-back interviews and late-night research, all while staying on top of her sixth-semester coursework. The offer that broke the ceiling In December 2024, the call came. Rolls-Royce offered her a pre-placement opportunity in its Jet Engine Manufacturing Division. From January 2, she worked remotely every night from midnight to 6 AM, squeezing in classes by day. By April 2025, the company doubled down. Her initial ₹39.6 lakh package was bumped up to ₹72.3 lakh per year, recognising her grit and results. She'll soon finish her seventh semester and fly to Texas to join the global team. Family and college pride Rithuparna, daughter of Saresh KN and Geetha Saresh, grew up in Koduru in Thirthahalli taluk. She did her schooling at St Agnes before Sahyadri. Her younger sister, Rithvika KS, now has one more reason to look up to her. Her college is beaming too. 'The college is proud of her achievement,' said Lawrence Joseph Fernandes, Head of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics and Automation at Sahyadri, to TNN. What does she say to students dreaming of big jobs? No sugar-coating. 'Youth today have big dreams, yet they only give their 50 per cent instead of 200 per cent to achieve what it takes to be successful,' she told Deccan Herald. From a girl who once thought her dream had ended outside an exam hall, it's advice worth listening to.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Who is Rithuparna KS? The Sahyadri student who turned a setback into a ₹72.3 lakh Rolls Royce triumph
Rithuparna KS, a sixth-semester student of Robotics and Automation Engineering at Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, has made national headlines after receiving a pre-placement offer from global engineering major Rolls Royce, with an annual compensation of ₹72.3 lakh. The offer places her among the highest-earning undergraduate students in the country and reflects a journey defined by resilience, innovation, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence. From Sr Agnes to Sahyadri: A journey reimagined Rithuparna, who hails from Koduru in Thirthahalli taluk, began her academic journey at St Agnes School. After completing her PUC (Pre-University Course), she had aimed to pursue medicine. However, when her NEET results did not secure her a government seat, she took a different path, one she hadn't initially planned for. 'After PUC, my dream was to become a doctor. However, when my NEET results did not fetch a govt seat, I secured a govt seat in the 2022 CET counselling and enrolled at Sahyadri College. Though disheartened initially, from day one of college, I began exploring and ideating,' she said to TNN. That shift in direction led her to the field of robotics, where her interest quickly transformed into impactful work. Solving for farmers, competing with the best Rithuparna's first major project addressed a real-world issue: the labour-intensive process of arecanut farming. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta nueva alarma con cámara es casi regalada en Carrodilla La Puntilla (ver precio) Verisure Más información Undo She and her team developed a robotic harvester and sprayer model to support farmers in their work. The innovation was showcased at the Goa INEX competition, where the team won both gold and silver medals — a milestone that marked her early success in the field. She later joined a research team at NITK Surathkal, where she explored robotic surgery by actively engaging with doctors. Her projects didn't remain confined to the lab — she also met the Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan MP and contributed to the development of an app for solid waste management. The Rolls Royce challenge: From doubt to determination What followed next became the defining chapter in her career so far. Driven by a strong desire to gain international exposure, Rithuparna reached out to Rolls-Royce seeking an internship. But the response was far from encouraging. She recalled that the company questioned her eligibility outright, asking, 'Do you even qualify to be part of our firm,' and stating that she 'would not be able to complete even one of the assigned tasks in a month.' Undeterred by the scepticism, Rithuparna boldly asked for an opportunity to prove herself. The company agreed and handed her a task with a one-month deadline. Through relentless research and determination, she completed it within a week. Taken aback by her speed and precision, Rolls Royce began assigning her more tasks. What followed was an intense eight-month phase filled with increasingly complex assignments and a series of rigorous interviews, all of which she tackled while simultaneously managing her college coursework. Offer and recognition In December 2024, Rolls Royce offered her a pre-placement opportunity in their Jet Engine Manufacturing Division. She began working with the company remotely from January 2, between midnight and 6 AM IST, while managing her academic responsibilities during the day. The recognition didn't stop there. In April 2025, the company revised her initial compensation from ₹39.6 lakh per annum to an impressive ₹72.3 lakh, a decision that acknowledged her consistent performance and potential. Once she completes her seventh semester, Rithuparna will formally join the company's Texas unit in the United States. Institutional applause Lawrence Joseph Fernandes, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics and Automation at Sahyadri College, expressed pride in her accomplishment. 'The college is proud of her achievement,' he said to TNN, adding that her journey sets an example for aspiring engineers across the country. A new definition of success Rithuparna's story challenges the notion that premier opportunities are reserved only for students from elite institutions or urban backgrounds. Her rise from a government seat through CET to a global role at Rolls Royce underscores the evolving landscape of Indian engineering education, one where grit, skill, and curiosity can open doors once thought unreachable. In transforming early disappointment into an exceptional outcome, Rithuparna KS has not only redefined her future but also reshaped how success is imagined in classrooms across India. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
India.com
a day ago
- Business
- India.com
Meet woman, who wanted to become a doctor, couldn't clear NEET exam, now got a Rs 72.3 lakh job at Rolls-Royce after 8-months of countless tests, she is…
Meet woman, who wanted to become a doctor, couldn't clear NEET exam, now got a Rs 72.3 lakh job at Rolls-Royce after 8-months of countless tests, she is... A 20-year-old girl from Mangaluru, who once struggled for months to get an internship at her dream company, has now been offered a job there. K.S. Rithuparna, a 6th-semester student at Sahyadri College, has been selected for a job at Rolls-Royce in the USA with a huge salary package of Rs. 72.3 lakh per year. Her journey, however, wasn't easy. After finishing school, Rithuparna dreamed of becoming a doctor and studied hard for the NEET exam. But when the results did not meet her expectations, she was heartbroken. It was a tough time, but with her parents' support, she decided to give engineering a try and joined the Robotics and Automation course in 2022. She is currently training in the Jet Engine Manufacturing Division at Rolls Royce. What started as an unsure step into engineering has now turned into a journey filled with innovation and dedication. Her excellent performance during her internship led to a pre-placement offer (PPO) from the company. Rithuparna is the daughter of Saresh KN and Geetha Saresh, and has a younger sister, Rithvika KS. She studied at Sr Agnes School and is now doing her BE in Robotics and Automation Engineering. Speaking about her journey, she said, 'After my PUC, I wanted to become a doctor. But I didn't get a government seat through NEET. Later, I got a government seat in engineering through the 2022 CET counselling and joined Sahyadri College. At first, I was disappointed, but I started learning and experimenting from the very first day.' Her first project focused on helping Arecanut farmers Her first project focused on helping Arecanut (betel nut or supari) farmers using robotics. She and her team built a machine to harvest and spray arecanut trees. They presented it at the INEX competition in Goa and won both gold and silver medals. She joined a research team at NITK Surathkal, where she studied robotic surgery and even spoke with doctors to learn more. Later, she met the then Deputy Commissioner, Mullai Muhilan MP, and joined a team working on a mobile app to help manage solid waste in the city. Her biggest dream was to intern at Rolls Royce With that goal in mind, she reached out to the company. At first, the response she got was disappointing. Someone from the firm reportedly asked her, 'Do you even qualify to be part of our company?' They even told her that she wouldn't be able to complete even one assigned task in a month. Instead of giving up, Rithuparna calmly asked them to give her a chance. She promised she would complete the task and prove herself. They finally gave her a task and a one-month deadline. Although she didn't fully understand the assignment at first, she spent hours researching, reading, and learning from every possible source. Her hard work paid off she completed the task in just one week. Impressed, Rolls Royce gave her more work. What followed were eight months filled with tough assignments, late nights, and difficult interviews. There were moments when Rithuparna doubted if her dream would ever come true. But in December 2024, all her efforts were rewarded after she received a direct job offer from Rolls Royce through a pre-placement offer (PPO). Pre-placement offer from Rolls Royce, After receiving a pre-placement offer from Rolls Royce, Rithuparna KS was asked to start working from January 2 on a work-from-home basis, from midnight to 6 a.m., all while continuing with her college studies during the day. Despite the tough schedule, she managed both her college work and job responsibilities with full dedication. Once she completes her 7th semester, she will officially join the Rolls Royce team in Texas, USA. In late April, Rithuparna received yet another surprise the company decided to increase her annual package from Rs. 39.6 lakh to Rs. 72.3 lakh, which she will start receiving once she moves to the US office. Lawrence Joseph Fernandes, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics & Automation at Sahyadri College, said, 'We are extremely proud of her achievement. She has set an inspiring example for all our students.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘Do you even qualify?': Rural Karnataka engineering student's journey from rejection to Rolls Royce; lands Rs 72L offer in Jet Engine Manufacturing Division
MANGALURU: When a government medical seat didn't materialize after Rithuparna KS's NEET results, she reluctantly chose engineering. Three years later, the Sahyadri College student is training with Rolls Royce's Jet Engine Manufacturing Division on a ₹72.3 lakh offer, earned through sheer perseverance and talent. Hailing from Koduru in Thirthahalli taluk, Rithuparna is undergoing training in the Jet Engine Manufacturing Division. What began as a hesitant step into engineering turned into a path-breaking journey of innovation and hard work, culminating in a pre-placement offer (PPO). Rithuparna is the daughter of Saresh KN and Geetha Saresh, and she has a younger sister, Rithvika KS. She did her schooling at Sr Agnes and is pursuing a BE course in robotics and automation engineering. She said, "After PUC, my dream was to become a doctor. However, when my NEET results did not fetch a govt seat, I secured a govt seat in the 2022 CET counselling and enrolled at Sahyadri College. Though disheartened initially, from day one of college, I began exploring and ideating." Her first project was aimed at solving problems faced by arecanut farmers using robotics. Along with a team, she presented a harvester and sprayer model at the Goa INEX competition, winning a gold and silver medal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo She was part of a research team at NITK Surathkal. She interacted with doctors and studied robotic surgery and later met the then deputy commissioner Mullai Muhilan MP and joined a team to develop an app for solid waste management. Meanwhile, with a strong desire to do an internship, she reached out to Rolls Royce. However, she was disappointed when they asked her, "Do you even qualify to be part of our firm," and reportedly said that she would not be able to complete even one of the assigned tasks in a month Rithuparna requested them to give her a task and expressed confidence in completing the same. They eventually sent her a task with a one-month deadline. Though she did not fully understand it at first, she worked tirelessly, researching from multiple sources, and completed the one-month task in a week. They then sent her another task. What followed was eight months of countless challenges. She even faced several gruelling interview rounds. Just when she began to wonder if it would ever work out, in Dec 2024, she received a direct job offer through a PPO. The company instructed her to begin work from Jan 2, on a work-from-home basis from midnight to 6am., alongside managing her college responsibilities. Once she completes her 7th semester, she will join the company's Texas unit in the US. In late April, another surprise awaited her: the company increased her annual compensation from Rs 39.6 LPA to Rs 72.3 LPA, which she will start receiving once she joins the firm. Lawrence Joseph Fernandes, HoD, dept of mechanical engineering and robotics and automation, said that the college is proud of her achievement.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Engg student bags Rs 72L job at Rolls Royce
Mangaluru: Rithuparna KS, who completed her sixth semester at Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, secured a job at Rolls Royce with a package of Rs 72.3 lakh per annum. Hailing from Koduru in Thirthahalli taluk, Rithuparna is undergoing training in the Jet Engine Manufacturing Division. What began as a hesitant step into engineering turned into a path-breaking journey of innovation and hard work, culminating in a pre-placement offer (PPO). Rithuparna is the daughter of Saresh KN and Geetha Saresh, and she has a younger sister, Rithvika KS. She did her schooling at Sr Agnes and is pursuing a BE course in robotics and automation engineering. She said, "After PUC, my dream was to become a doctor. However, when my NEET results did not fetch a govt seat, I secured a govt seat in the 2022 CET counselling and enrolled at Sahyadri College. Though disheartened initially, from day one of college, I began exploring and ideating." Her first project was aimed at solving problems faced by arecanut farmers using robotics. Along with a team, she presented a harvester and sprayer model at the Goa INEX competition, winning a gold and silver medal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Global Indices Are on the Move — Time to Trade! IC Markets Learn More Undo She was part of a research team at NITK Surathkal. She interacted with doctors and studied robotic surgery and later met the then deputy commissioner Mullai Muhilan MP and joined a team to develop an app for solid waste management. Meanwhile, with a strong desire to do an internship, she reached out to Rolls Royce. However, she was disappointed when they asked her, "Do you even qualify to be part of our firm," and reportedly said that she would not be able to complete even one of the assigned tasks in a month Rithuparna requested them to give her a task and expressed confidence in completing the same. They eventually sent her a task with a one-month deadline. Though she did not fully understand it at first, she worked tirelessly, researching from multiple sources, and completed the one-month task in a week. They then sent her another task. What followed was eight months of countless challenges. She even faced several gruelling interview rounds. Just when she began to wonder if it would ever work out, in Dec 2024, she received a direct job offer through a PPO. The company instructed her to begin work from Jan 2, on a work-from-home basis from midnight to 6am., alongside managing her college responsibilities. Once she completes her 7th semester, she will join the company's Texas unit in the US. In late April, another surprise awaited her: the company increased her annual compensation from Rs 39.6 LPA to Rs 72.3 LPA, which she will start receiving once she joins the firm. Lawrence Joseph Fernandes, HoD, dept of mechanical engineering and robotics and automation, said that the college is proud of her achievement.
