Career Development Office

Placements at Ashoka

The Career Development Office provides dynamic and diverse career opportunities to its students and alumni. The office facilitates campus placements and internships while assisting students in professional skill development.

Placement Outcomes

The Class of 2026: Key statistics

100%

Placement rate

450+

offers received

₹42.5 LPA

highest salary

163

recruiting organisations

* Of active job seeker

Placement Statistics

Placements at Ashoka

80% of placements were concentrated across these six sectors:

20% placements were in other sectors like FMCG/E-commerce & Retail , Professional services Pharma & Healthcare, Media, Advertising & PR

Hiring Organizations

163 organisations hired Ashokans this year

From global consulting and investment banking to consumer, tech and social impact — a wide, deep employer base returns every placement season.

Recruiter Speaks

“At the firm, we are always scouting for outstanding talent. Ashoka University has well-rounded students and they fit well with our business analyst programme. There is indeed something to be said about the unique moulding that happens at Ashoka through Liberal Arts education and interdisciplinary focus. Our apprenticeship model further grooms them into strong global leaders. ”

Rajat Dhawan

India Managing Director and Senior Partner McKinsey & Company

“Nestle India has had the privilege to host Ashoka students on our sustainability projects and it has been an inspiring experience for us. We found each of them to be bright, curious and passionate about contributing to the planet’s well-being. They consistently come up with actionable and cogent solutions for the projects assigned to them. We look forward to hosting more students and we appreciate the University for nurturing such promising talent for India.”

Suresh Narayanan

Former Chairman and Managing Director Nestlé

“We have been associated with Ashoka University for our Campus Recruitment Programme and our experience has been excellent with both the students and the faculty. During the pre-engagement sessions, we found the students to be sharp, well-read, and inquisitive. The courses are designed with the market’s needs in mind, preparing students to be agile and ready for the corporate mainstream.”

Dimple Chopra

Head of Talent HSBC

“The Ashoka student we recruited has truly been one of the best hires we have ever made. Part of the credit should go to the University. He was keen to learn, contribute, and make an impact on the organisation’s goals. Over the last year or so, I am delighted to say that he has excelled at almost every new task and challenge, and has fit into our culture seamlessly. ”

Deep Kalra

Founder and Chairman MakeMyTrip

Student Stories

In their own words

Ashokans on the mentors, mock interviews and quiet 2 a.m. conversations that shaped where they went next

Ibrahim Khalil

B.Sc. (Four-Year Honours)

Computer Science & Entrepreneurship
Product Manager, OutThink

My journey to product management was anything but linear. At Ashoka, I explored cybersecurity, public policy, software development, and business before finding my path. The University’s interdisciplinary environment taught me to navigate complexity with curiosity, empathy, and adaptability – qualities that will continue to shape my work in product management.

Sabari Venkat

YIF 2026

Management Trainee,
Dr. Reddy’s Foundation

The placement journey was transformative. Navigating it with a visual impairment came with challenges, but it reaffirmed that the right opportunity is about finding the right fit. Joining Dr. Reddy’s Foundation felt like that fit, and I remain deeply grateful to the Career Development Office, the Office of Learning Support, the Placement Committee, the Young India Fellowship team, and my peers for their unwavering support.

Ailiya Philips

B.Sc. (Four-Year Honours)

Economics and Finance Associate,
Boston Consulting Group (PPO)

What began as participating in case competitions for the thrill of winning soon became a genuine interest in problem-solving. The Career Development Office’s consulting bootcamp helped me understand the recruitment process, sharpen my preparation, and pursue a career in consulting with confidence.

Gareema Goel

B.Sc. (Four-Year Honours)

Economics & Finance
Business Analyst, McKinsey & Company

Ashoka introduced me to a community of people building startups, pursuing ambitious ideas, and questioning the status quo. Those conversations challenged me to think differently, embrace new possibilities, and develop skills beyond the classroom. More than anything, they inspired me to create work that is original, meaningful, and impactful.

Meet the Team

Career Development Office

The Career Preparatory Programme

A flagship initiative aimed at equipping students with the skills and guidance necessary to transition from academia to the professional world. The programme runs from the first semester to graduation and is structured into two main tracks: the Internship Preparatory Programme and the Placement Preparatory Programme.