Usha Martin University (UMU) has developed an extensive and student-centered placement and career support ecosystem that plays a pivotal role in transforming academic learning into successful professional careers. Recognizing that education must move beyond classroom knowledge, UMU’s robust Training and Placement Cell works relentlessly throughout the academic year to establish and nurture strong partnerships with leading industries, ensuring its students are well prepared to meet real-world job market demands.
UMU’s Training and Placement Cell functions as the crucial link between students and the corporate world. It is tasked with organizing campus recruitment drives, facilitating internship opportunities, and preparing students with essential skills for workplace success. The cell adopts a multipronged strategy including:
Building Industry Relations:Â Active collaborations with over 100 companies across a diverse array of sectors such as information technology, banking and finance, telecommunications, healthcare, retail, logistics, engineering, and manufacturing.
Skill Enhancement Programs: Comprehensive pre-placement training modules focus on communication skills, group discussions, aptitude tests, mock interviews, resume building, and personal grooming. These sessions, conducted in partnership with industry experts, target boosting students’ employability, confidence, and readiness for corporate scenarios.
Career Counseling:Â Personalized guidance helps students identify career paths aligned with their skills and aspirations. The placement cell facilitates workshops, seminars, and guest lectures to keep students updated on changing industry trends.
Internship Facilitation:Â Internships in the pre-final year form a critical part of the preparation, offering hands-on industry experience. These internships often evolve into pre-placement offers (PPOs) for high-performing students, providing them an early foothold in their professional journey.
Alumni Engagement:Â The university maintains a vibrant alumni network that acts as a valuable resource. Alumni contribute by mentoring current students, sharing job leads, and sometimes recruiting directly from the campus.
UMU enjoys longstanding associations with many top-tier recruiters who actively visit for campus placements. Some of the notable organizations include:
Information Technology and Services:Â Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Cognizant, Capgemini
Banking and Financial Services:Â HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, SBI Life Insurance, Bajaj Capital, Genpact
Telecom and Retail:Â Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vivo, Pantaloons
Others:Â IndiaMART, Hitachi, Federal Bank, Apollo Munich
Students are offered diverse roles including software developer, business analyst, marketing executive, sales officer, finance operator, HR associate, and customer support representative, depending on their field of study and skills.
The placement performance at UMU illustrates the university’s commitment to quality education aligned with industry needs:
Placement Rate:Â Approximately 80% of students across various departments secure placements.
Highest Salary Package: Up to ₹14-15 lakh per annum in recent years, reflective of opportunities in technical and management streams.
Average Salary Package: Around ₹6 lakh per annum.
Number of Students Placed:Â In 2023, 73 students successfully secured placement offers across programs.
Top Performing Departments:Â MBA and engineering (especially Computer Science and Electronics) frequently lead with the highest placements.
The year-wise placement data provides a clear view of UMU’s growing industry footprint and student success:
Year | Number of Students Placed | Average Salary Package (₹) | Highest Salary Package (₹) | Top Recruiters |
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2023 | 73 | 6,00,000 | 15,00,000 | TCS, Wipro, HDFC Bank, Vivo |
2022 | 97 | 5,50,000 | 15,00,000 | Reliance, ICICI Bank, Byju’s |
2021 | 50+ | 4,80,000 | 12,00,000 | Cognizant, Axis Bank, IndiaMART |
Internships are a cornerstone of UMU’s training philosophy. Conducted mainly in the students’ pre-final year, these internships provide valuable exposure to the dynamics of real workplaces. Technical students, especially those pursuing B.Tech and BCA, secure internships in IT and software firms, honing their practical skills and gaining meaningful insights. Management students undertaking BBA and MBA programs intern in roles such as sales, marketing, HR, and business development.
Many companies use internships as a platform for spotting talent early, offering PPOs to students who showcase exceptional performance. This mechanism strengthens students’ chances of securing good job offers post-graduation and sometimes even allows them to bypass certain stages of recruitment.
UMU recognizes that traditional placements alone do not define career success. Hence, it encourages a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. The university provides mentorship programs, startup workshops, and networking opportunities with successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders. This holistic approach empowers students to explore freelance, startup ventures, or self-employment pathways based on their skills and creativity.
The university’s alumni network actively supports placement and career activities by mentoring current students, sharing job openings, and participating in university events. This creates a collaborative ecosystem for knowledge sharing and professional growth, strengthening industry ties and bridging gaps between theoretical learning and practical application.
Course | Average Fees | Duration | Action |
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B.Tech | ₹3,60,000 to ₹6,40,000 | 4 years | |
BSc | ₹2,20,000 to ₹8,80,000 | 3 to 4 years | |
BBA | ₹2,50,000 to ₹3,30,000 | 3 years | |
BCA | ₹3,30,000 | 3 years | |
MBA | ₹4,80,000 | 2 years | |
Diploma | ₹1,80,000 | 1 to 3 years | |
M.Tech | ₹2,00,000 to ₹3,00,000 | 2 years | |
PhD | ₹2,00,000 | 3 to 5 years | |
BA | ₹2,00,000 to ₹4,00,000 | 3 years | |
B.Com | ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 | 3 years | |
LLB | ₹2,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 | 3 years |