Neha Singh Peddles Lies About 36% IIT Bombay Students Not Getting Job

Singer Neha Singh Rathore, known for spreading fake news, recently shared a graphic from Aaj Tak claiming “36% of students did not secure jobs in IIT Bombay.” Alongside the graphic, Neha commented, “It is a sad sight to see unemployed youths wearing Ramnami turbans and chanting slogans in support of those seeking votes in the name of religion. What is more saddening is that the roads of the country are filled with such scenes. If you see the rise of Hindutva in this scene, then look at it this way that unemployed Hindus are hailing those who are increasing unemployment. Now tell me from whom are Hindus in danger?” (Archived link)

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Fact check

In our fact-checking research, we found that a few days ago, several claims were made by media that 36% of IIT Bombay students are still unemployed. Addressing this viral claim, a social media post shared by IIT Bombay on April 4, 2024 provided data that refuted the claim. Data from a survey conducted among graduating students of 2022-23 has revealed that only 6.1% of the students of the 2022-23 batch are still looking for jobs. The social media post said, “An exit survey among students graduating in 2022-23 says only 6.1% are still looking for jobs. Here’s the survey result for your decision.”

According to data shared by IIT Bombay handle, 57.1% of students of the 2022-23 batch got placements through campus recruitment. Additionally, 12.2% pursued higher education, 10.3% got jobs off campus placements, 8.3% entered government services, and 1.6% joined startups. However, 4.3% of students are unsure about their future plans, while 6.1% are yet to find employment.

This data from IIT Bombay shows that a higher percentage of women (58.8%) achieved placement through campus placements than men (56.7%). Furthermore, the survey results revealed that 8.1% of women and 5.6% of men are still looking for jobs. Moreover, the data underlines the notable percentage of both male and female students choosing higher education. Overall, this information contradicts the broader job uncertainty narrative, suggesting that a large number of students have indeed secured placements or are pursuing further studies, starting startups, or are still uncertain about their future.

Conclusion: The claim made by Neha Singh Rathore is false as data shared by IIT Bombay shows that 57.1% of the students have been placed through campus placements, while 6.1% are still looking for employment.

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