TUNGA MAHAVIDYALAYA

Placement and Career Guidance Cell

Helping students explore career opportunities, develop professional skills, and prepare for life after graduation.

ABOUT THE CELL

Guidance for every step forward

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell (PCG) of Tunga Mahavidyalaya connects students with opportunities for higher education, employment, and professional growth. Through career exploration initiatives, the cell helps students understand different career paths and make choices that reflect their interests and aspirations.

Personalised guidance and counselling encourage students to recognise their strengths, interests, talents, and career goals. This student-centred approach supports informed decisions about further studies and employment.

The cell organises training in résumé writing, interview skills, group discussions, communication, aptitude, and logical reasoning. These programmes help students build confidence, leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

In collaboration with industries, organisations, and training agencies, the PCG conducts workshops, skill development programmes, campus recruitment drives, and other career-oriented activities. These initiatives provide opportunities for students to engage with recruiters and professional institutions.

Through sustained guidance and practical preparation, the cell supports students in pursuing their academic and career goals and approaching professional opportunities with confidence.

Activities Conducted

Explore the cell’s activities supporting career awareness, professional development, and financial literacy.

Academic Year 2024–25
Financial Literacy

Bank Account Opening and Awareness Camp

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell and the Department of Commerce, in association with Indian Overseas Bank, Thirthahalli Branch, organised a Bank Account Opening and Awareness Camp on the college campus. The programme aimed to create awareness about banking services and promote financial literacy and self-reliance in financial transactions.

Bank officials explained the importance of savings accounts, digital banking, online money transfers, ATM usage, UPI services, and financial planning. Students also received guidance on the procedure and documents required to open a bank account.

In association with Indian Overseas Bank, Thirthahalli Branch
Career Awareness

Special Lecture: What Next After Degree

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell and the Department of Commerce, in association with Malnad Coaching Centre, organised a special lecture on “What Next After Degree” at the College Auditorium. The programme introduced final year degree students to career opportunities and competitive examinations after graduation.

Sri Thirthahalli Keshvamurthy, Proprietor of Malnad Coaching Centre, Bengaluru, guided students on competitive examinations, preparation strategies, useful books, and educational YouTube channels.

Students actively participated in the interaction session and clarified their doubts about career opportunities. The session offered guidance for those planning higher education and preparing for competitive examinations.

Resource person Sri Thirthahalli Keshvamurthy
Proprietor, Malnad Coaching Centre, Bengaluru
Professional Development

Special Lecture on Project/Internship Work and Personality Development

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell and the Department of Commerce organised a special lecture programme for final year degree students on project and internship work and personality development.

The programme highlighted the importance of project work, internship opportunities, report preparation, career development, and personality enhancement. Resource persons guided students on professional behaviour, communication skills, confidence building, and career opportunities.

Participants Final year degree students

Career Guidance

Programmes supporting employability, digital skills, teamwork, competitive examination preparation, and financial awareness.

Academic Year 2025–26
Employability Skills

Two-Day DISHA Skill Development Training Programme

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell and the Department of Commerce of Tunga Mahavidyalaya, Thirthahalli, in association with Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Ltd., Bengaluru, organised a two-day DISHA Skill Development Training Programme for undergraduate students at the Seminar Hall.

The programme aimed to enhance students’ employability and professional skills. Ms. Nivedha S, HR Trainer from Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Ltd., Bengaluru, served as the resource person and guided students through practical and interactive sessions.

The training covered communication skills, interview preparation, résumé writing, job portal usage, sales skills, and professional responsibilities before and after appointment. Students actively participated in the sessions, developing their confidence and career readiness.

Resource person Ms. Nivedha S
HR Trainer, Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Ltd., Bengaluru
Digital Skills

Four-Day IBM–Magic Bus Digital Skill Development Programme

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell and the Department of Commerce of Tunga Mahavidyalaya organised a four-day IBM–Magic Bus Digital Skill Development Programme for undergraduate students in association with IBM Magic Bus India Foundation.

Around 190 students participated in the programme. To support effective learning and interaction, participants were divided into classroom batches of approximately 60 students each.

The training focused on digital skills, Artificial Intelligence fundamentals, communication skills, and employability enhancement. Expert trainers from Magic Bus India Foundation conducted interactive sessions, practical activities, and group discussions.

The programme helped students understand the skills expected in the workplace and the importance of continued professional development.

Participation Around 190 undergraduate students, organised into classroom batches for interactive learning.
Staff Financial Awareness

Workshop on Wealth Management for Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell and the Department of Commerce of Tunga Mahavidyalaya jointly organised a Workshop on Wealth Management for teaching and non-teaching staff in association with Finn Mantra, Thirthahalli, at the Seminar Hall.

The workshop focused on financial planning, investment opportunities, insurance, and long-term wealth management. Mr. Anoop Gowda, Founder and CEO of Finn Mantra, Thirthahalli, inaugurated the programme.

Mr. Avinash D’Souza, Cluster Head, HDFC Mutual Fund, Bengaluru, and Mr. Kiran Singh, Cluster Head, TATA AIA, delivered sessions on mutual funds, Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), insurance planning, retirement planning, and tax-saving schemes.

Resource persons Mr. Avinash D’Souza — Cluster Head, HDFC Mutual Fund, Bengaluru
Mr. Kiran Singh — Cluster Head, TATA AIA
Teamwork and PGCET Preparation

One-Day Team Building and PGCET Coaching Programme

The Placement Cell and the Department of Commerce of Tunga Mahavidyalaya, in association with BNMIT, Bengaluru, organised a one-day Team Building and PGCET Coaching Programme for final year B.Com students. The programme was conducted under the CSR initiative of BNM Institute of Technology.

The sessions focused on developing leadership qualities, communication skills, teamwork, and preparedness for competitive examinations. Mr. Darshan and Ms. Nisha from the BNMIT team conducted the training.

Trainers Mr. Darshan and Ms. Nisha — BNMIT, Bengaluru

Campus Drive

Connecting students and graduates with employers through recruitment drives and career guidance.

Mega Job Fair 2026
Campus Recruitment

Mega Job Fair 2026

The Placement and Career Guidance Cell of Tunga Mahavidyalaya organised Mega Job Fair 2026 at the college campus, Anandagiri, Thirthahalli. The programme provided employment opportunities and career guidance to students and graduates from various streams.

Recruitment highlights 17 participating companies
114 participating candidates
91 students shortlisted/selected

Participating Sectors and Recruitment Process

A total of 17 companies participated in the recruitment drive, representing finance, healthcare, IT, logistics, marketing, and service sectors.

The fair attracted 114 candidates from different colleges and academic streams. Company representatives conducted aptitude tests, HR interviews, and interaction sessions as part of the recruitment process.

Programme Outcome

A total of 91 students were shortlisted/selected for various job roles offered by the participating companies. The fair provided a platform for aspiring job seekers to interact with recruiters, explore employment opportunities, and gain exposure to recruitment procedures.

Organised in association with IBM Magic Bus Foundation, Bengaluru
Lions Club
Malnad Club
National Group of Companies
Varthakara Souharda Sahakari Sangha (R)
Karnataka Rajya Prathamika Shala Shikshakara Souharda Sahakari Sangha Ni.
Bhumika Enterprises
Holagodu Sales Corporation