Archive · 17 Jun 2025
IIM Kashipur Allegedly Asks Unplaced Students To Opt Out
IIM Kashipur is asking students without jobs to fill a form saying they don't want placements anymore.
The school says it's to keep its records correct as placements end.
One person shared this on Twitter, sparking debate.
Some worry this might inflate job numbers.
IIM Kashipur allegedly asked unplaced students to fill out an 'opt-out' form.
The purpose of the form is reportedly to help the institute maintain 'accurate records'.
Siddharth Gopi shared the information on X (formerly Twitter).
An email screenshot was shared, directing unplaced students to complete the form.
Users expressed disappointment and criticized the institute's decision.
- Who
- IIM Kashipur and Siddharth Gopi.
- What
- IIM Kashipur allegedly asked unplaced students to opt-out of placements by filling a form.
- When
- June 17, 2025, near the end of the placement cycle.
- Where
- IIM Kashipur.
- Why
- To maintain accurate records.
Criticisms
Official Position
Accurate Records vs. Inflated Statistics
Criticisms
The institute is manipulating placement statistics.
Official Position
The institute is simply following procedure to keep accurate records.
- Institute
- IIM Kashipur
- Action
- Asked unplaced students to 'opt-out'
- Purpose
- Maintain accurate records
- Source
- Siddharth Gopi on X
- Date Reported
- June 17, 2025