Early Times Report JAMMU, May 18: Yogananda College of Engineering & Technology (YCET) recently conducted a successful placement drive in collaboration with Shining Stars IT Private Limited, attracting major companies such as Zomato, Flipkart, and Myntra. The drive aimed to provide career opportunities for students from both YCET and the Institute of Management Sciences (IMS). Shining Stars IT Private Limited, a leading executive search firm, facilitated the placement drive, which saw participation from various sectors across India. Known for their expertise in BPOs, KPOs, and ITEs, Shining Stars has a reputation for delivering top-notch recruitment services. Participating Companies Zomato: An Indian multinational restaurant aggregator and food delivery company providing information, menus, and user reviews of restaurants. Founded in 2008, Zomato operates in over 1,000 Indian cities and towns. Flipkart: An Indian e-commerce giant headquartered in Bangalore, offering a wide range of products including consumer electronics, fashion, and home essentials. Myntra: An Indian fashion e-commerce company headquartered in Bengaluru, known for its express delivery service launched in 2022, offering rapid delivery within 24-48 hours. Selection Process The placement drive involved a rigorous selection process including group discussions, typing tests, and technical interviews. Out of 20 shortlisted candidates, seven students were successfully selected: From YCET: Zeeshan, Sahil Chaku, Ayushi Bandral, Ankita Baghal, Zubair Ahmed and Ruhail Abrol From IMS: Maverick These students were offered annual packages ranging from Rs. 2-3 lakhs. Organizers and Coordinators The placement drive was meticulously organized by the Placement Cell of YCET. Key personnel included: Er. Dinesh Gupta, Head Training and Placement Officer, Er. Rajnish Magotra, HoD, Civil Engineering Department, Er. Loveneesh Talwar, HoD, Electrical Department, Er. Anupreet, HoD, CSE Department, Er. Inderdeep Singh, HoD, Mechanical Department Placement coordinators: Er. Shivam Sharma, Er. Manjula Sharma, Er. Vasundra, and Er. Karan Acknowledgements The success of the placement drive was celebrated by the officials of Jamwal Group of Educational Institutions (JGEI), including: Er. Vidhi S. Singh Jamwal, Chairman, Shiv Dev Singh Jamwal, Vice-Chairman, Er. Renu Bangroo, Managing Director, Dr. Mukesh Kumar Rana, Director, YCET, Er. Dinesh Gupta, Dean Academics, YCET and Er. B.R Verma, Chief Coordinator, YCET They congratulated the selected students and praised the efforts of the college in preparing students for industry challenges. The placement drive underscored YCET's commitment to providing practical career opportunities and enhancing students' employability through comprehensive training and development programs. |