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Employability & Career outcomes play a decisive role in education choices
By combining quantitative data and qualitative insights, with a focus on outcomes that matter most to students and employers: career readiness, industry engagement, alumni success, and long-term professional impact, these rankings serve as a valuable guide for students, parents, and policymakers.
Career Impact Matters
Choose Career Impact Rankings for Unmatched Relevance - Rankings centered on real-world career outcomes; Comprehensive Analysis - Blending data and stories to give you the complete picture; and Actionable Insights - Designed to empower both students and institutions to thrive.
Chronicles of India responsibly unveils the 'Career Impact Rankings', a pioneering initiative designed to redefine how educational institutions are evaluated. In a world where employability and career outcomes play a decisive role in education choices, our rankings aim to provide a comprehensive assessment of the institutions that empower their graduates to achieve success in their professional lives.
The 'Career Impact Rankings' by Chronicles of India is a one-of-a-kind evaluation system aimed at highlighting the institutions that excel in preparing their students for rewarding careers. Unlike traditional academic rankings, this initiative focuses on outcomes that matter most to students and employers: career readiness, industry engagement, alumni success, and long-term professional impact. By combining quantitative data and qualitative insights, these rankings serve as a valuable guide for students, parents, and policymakers.
Purpose and Process
The 'Career Impact Rankings' were conceived in response to a growing demand for rankings that reflect real-world outcomes. In the past, Chronicles of India has conducted extensive research and collaborated with industry experts, academic leaders, and alumni networks. This ranking is the culmination of years of insight, rigorous analysis, and a commitment to innovation in higher education.
With an ever-evolving job market driven by technology, globalization, and skill-oriented hiring practices, the traditional markers of educational excellence no longer suffice. Graduates are seeking institutions that go beyond imparting knowledge and actively facilitate their transition into successful careers. Employers, too, are looking for talent equipped with the right skills, experiences, and attitudes. The Career Impact Rankings address this critical gap by evaluating institutions on their ability to bridge academia and industry. This ranking adopt a multi-dimensional approach to assess institutions. The methodology includes Data Collection, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Validation, and Peer Review
Registrations of Interest Open: 01 Sept'25
Data-Submission Portal Closes: 30 Oct'25
Metrics and Weightage
The 'Career Impact Rankings' stand out due to its Student-Centric Focus prioritizing outcomes that directly benefit students; Combining data-driven insights with qualitative assessments, with transparency providing detailed methodology and audited results. The Campus and Career Impact out beats for its Global Relevance - Adapting to international benchmarks while reflecting local needs. The ranking is based on five key metrics:
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Graduate Employability (30%): Employment rate within six months of graduation and job alignment with the field of study.
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Industry Engagement (25%): Quality and quantity of industry collaborations, internships, and placement opportunities
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Alumni Outcomes (20%): Alumni success stories, leadership positions, and career growth trajectories.
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Skill Development (15%): Availability and effectiveness of career services, skill-building programs, and certifications.
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Diversity and Inclusion (10%): Equal access to career opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds.