Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will launch its mega placement drive on September 17 and 18 to get students and job-seekers in touch with recruiters and look for jobs.
Candidates from various academic and professional backgrounds will come together for a placement program.
The placement drive will be organized through IGNOU’s placement and career support activities and that candidates will be encouraged to join in with the recruitment process.
Placements are intended to enable students, graduates and other eligible candidates to contact employers and get an idea about the job market in terms of job requirements.
Candidates who wish to join the mega placement drive can check the official IGNOU communication for details on registration, eligibility, venue, reporting time and documents required.
Applicants should also have updated resumes and any educational professional certificates to take with them to the recruitment process.
The September 17-18 event might provide candidates with an opportunity to get the chance to meet more directly with recruiters.
Depending on the organisations involved in recruitment, recruitment might comprise registration, resume screening, interviews or aptitude tests, as well as other selection rounds.
IGNOU is one of India’s largest open and distance learning institutions, serving learners across the country through regional centres and study centres.
Placement initiatives are especially valuable to those students doing their studies from distance and online platforms (e.g., in a job context), as it can link academic learning to work.
Before attending the drive, candidates will need to read all instructions from IGNOU. They should also check if their course, qualification, age or other requirements match the eligibility criteria for participating recruiters.
The registration process should be done in advance, so that those who plan to attend should not wait until the last minute to apply for registration or to prepare their documents.
An updated CV highlighting educational qualifications, skills, internships, projects and work experience should be presented to recruiters to help them better present their profiles.
The placement drive comes at a time when students and young professionals are always looking to find jobs, and industry exposure is important for students and young professionals.
Recruitment events that provide a direct talk with recruiters can help to identify job opportunities and required skills in different industries.
The candidates should also follow up with IGNOU updates for the latest news for the September 17-18 placement drive on participating companies, job roles, registration and other event-related information.
Any changes to the schedule or recruitment process should also be checked with official channels before visiting the venue.
With the mega placement drive running for two days, potential IGNOU learners and job candidates will have the opportunity to explore career options and get in touch with recruiters.
