Recruitment on Contractual basis for one post of Placement Officer to be based at BIT Off Campus Patna for Patna and Deoghar Off Campuses of BIT

RECRUITMENT ON CONTRACTUAL BASIS FOR ONE POST OF PLACEMENT OFFICER TO BE BASED AT BIT OFF CAMPUS PATNA FOR PATNA AND DEOGHAR OFF CAMPUSES OF BIT

 

Advt. No. GO/RECTT/2025-26/2890                                                                      Dated: 06th November 2025

 

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Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Mesra invites applications from Indian Nationals, possessing excellent professional credentials and commitment, and zeal for administrative excellence, for the position of Placement Officer.

The selected candidate will be posted at BIT Off Campus Patna and shall be responsible for Patna Off Campus as well as BIT Off Campus Deoghar.

Important Note for all Applicants:

  • Only candidates who are shortlisted after initial screening of all applications by a peer committee will be called for interview.
  • Those with prior experience in similar positions at national level universities, industry, services and research organizations (in public or private sectors) including Institutions of repute like IIM, IIT, IISER and NIT will be given preference.

 

Selection Process:

  • The selection process may include a written test / online test (as applicable) / initial screening by a committee followed by interview for shortlisted candidates.

Qualifications, Experience & Emoluments

    Sl. No.

Name of

the Post

No of vacancy

Emoluments (in Rs.)

Qualification (degree and performance) and Professional Experience*

1.

Placement Officer

01

 75,000/- to

 1,00,000/- PM (Consolidated)

 

Qualification:

Essential:

 Master’s degree in Management (MBA), HR, Education, or a related field.

Experience:

 Minimum 7 - 10 years of experience in placement coordination, corporate relations, or recruitment.

Required qualities:

  • Excellent communication skills (oral & written) and Interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work and keep calm under pressure.
  • Ability to facilitate Industry / Institute interaction
  • Positive attitude, proactive and optimistic nature.

Age: preferably below 45 years

Responsibilities:

  • Industry Engagement and Corporate Relations:
  • Establish and strengthen partnerships with corporate organizations, start-ups, and multinational companies and nearby industrial clusters.
  • Maintain a database of potential recruiters and develop long-term collaboration strategies.
  • Organize company visits, corporate presentations, and networking events at the Patna Centre.
  • Placement Coordination and Student Support:
  • Plan and execute campus placement drives, pooled recruitment events, and job fairs in coordination with the main campus.
  • Maintain an updated database of eligible students and alumni for Off-Campus placement opportunities.
  • Guide students in resume preparation, interview techniques, and company specific test patterns.
  • Provide post-placement support and track placement statistics for reporting and analysis.
  • Liaison and Communication:
  • Act as a link between the Patna Centre and the University's central Placement Cell.
  • Coordinate with academic departments, training teams, and student placement committees for smooth execution of placement activities.
  • Ensure that all communications with companies and students are professional, timely, and well-documented.
  • Administrative and Reporting Duties:
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on placement activities, including statistics, company engagement, and feedback.
  • Maintain accurate records of student participation, offers received, and placement outcomes.
  • Ensure all placement activities comply with university policies and standards.
  • Training and Skill Development Coordination:
  • Identify skill gaps among students and coordinate with training partners to conduct workshops, mock interviews, aptitude sessions, and soft skills programs.
  • Promote industry-led sessions, guest lectures, and internships for students based in or around Patna.

*  Relaxation of norms, experience or allied attributes is possible at the discretion of the selection committee for exceptionally deserving candidates with proven track records.

Additional Benefits:

Besides remuneration benefit shall be admissible as per Institute rules.

The bio data should be accompanied with a curriculum vitae containing:

  • Detailed academic record since high school level (degree, institution, year, subject domain, grade/record, degree granting board/university).
  • Detailed professional employment records (organization, designation, salary (scale or consolidated), tenure(from-to), location, job profile and experience.
  • Prizes, awards, recognition won at local, national and international levels.
  • National and International level professional engagements and contributions
  • Name, designation, address (contact details including phone number and email) of at least 3 referees from India or abroad, who will be willing to provide a detailed academic and professional appraisal on the candidate within 1-2 weeks.

Additional Information and Instruction:

  • Before applying, an applicant should read the complete advertisement carefully and ensure that he/she fulfils the minimum eligibility criteria of the post stated in the advertisement in all respects as on the last date for receipt of applications
  • Applicants who are in employment with Government, Semi-Government, Autonomous Bodies, Public Undertakings, University and Educational Institutions shall route their applications through proper channel. An advance copy may be accepted for initial processing but final endorsement in the form of No-objection Certificate should be produced at the time of the interview.
  • Please attach your latest CV / or bio data.
  • Applicants will be interviewed only after scrutiny of relevant documents. Eligibility of an applicant about qualification and experience shall be calculated/considered with reference to the last date of the receipt for application.
  • The Institute reserves the right to screen and call only such applicants as are found prima-facie suitable for being considered by the Screening Committee. Thus, merely fulfilling the prescribed conditions will not automatically entitle one to be called for interview.
  • The Institute reserves the right to rectify any discrepancy of this advertisement, if found later on. In case of any inadvertent mistake in the process of selection which may be detected at any stage even after the issue of letter of appointment, the Institute reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidate in this regard.
  • Any corrigendum/ addendum/errata in respect of the above advertisement shall be made available only at our Institute web site www.bitmesra.ac.in. No further press advertisement will be given. Hence prospective applicants are advised to visit B.I.T. Mesra web site regularly for above purpose.
  • The decision of BIT in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance, rejection of the application, interview, verification of testimonials and selection will be final and binding on the applicants.
  • The applicant will be responsible for the correctness of the information provided in the application. If it is found later that any information given in the application is incorrect / false, the candidature/appointment is liable to be cancelled/terminated.
  • Interim correspondence will not be entertained or replied to. No correspondence whatsoever will be entertained from applicants regarding reason for not being called for interview/outcome of interview.
  • Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
  • Any dispute will be subject to adjudication by Courts/Tribunals having jurisdiction of Ranchi.
  • The Institute will not be responsible for non-receipt of application(s) within the stipulated date due to any postal delay / loss of application / document sent in transit.

How to Apply:

  • Applicants must send their CV, proof of payment, and Academic & Professional experience certificate and submit the prescribed application form to “To The Registrar, BIT Mesra, Ranchi – 835215” available at our website www.bitmesra.ac.in. on or before 20th November 2025. The subject should be “Application for the post of Placement Officer” (for the post applied for).
  • A nonrefundable application Fee of Rs. 1000/- + 18% GST is to be paid by each candidate. Payment may be made through the SBI online payment portal: Payment link will be activated on 04th November 2025 on SBI COLLECT (https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm).
  • Without submission of the documents mentioned above, the application shall not be considered.