What makes IIM Kashipur unique??

I'm in my first year at IIM Raipur, and after half a year here, I can confidently say it was the right choice. IIM Raipur has an impressive NIRF ranking of 14th overall and 7th among IIMs. The campus is lively with 17 clubs and 9 committees, giving students plenty of chances to get involved in different areas.

Additionally, IIM Raipur has ties with 19 foreign colleges and universities, making its student exchange programs stand out among others. The placement growth here is incredible, with the 2020-2022 batch seeing some great numbers:

• Highest domestic package: ?42.15 lakh
• Average CTC for the top 25%: ?24.01 lakh
• Average CTC for the top 50%: ?21.01 lakh
• Overall class average: ?17.73 lakh

For summer internships, the highest domestic package was ?3,50,000, and the averages were:

• Top 10%: ?2,59,714
• Top 25%: ?2,04,956
• Top 50%: ?1,66,709
• Overall class average: ?1,20,052

The campus itself is great, offering all essential facilities like WiFi, a night canteen, a swimming pool, a gym, and various sports amenities. We have co-ed hostels with both single and shared rooms, each with attached washrooms.

IIM Raipur hosts an annual HR and Leadership Summit, providing students with valuable industry exposure and networking opportunities with professionals and leaders. The vibrant campus culture celebrates all kinds of festivals, making the MBA experience truly memorable. There's a good mix of gender, fields, and work experience among students, contributing to well-rounded development.

Honestly, IIM Kashipur doesn’t have anything particularly unique about it yet. As a 7-year-old institution, IIM Raipur, where I'm from, is still finding its footing. I'm part of the fourth batch, and I've watched it grow from its early days, right after the first few batches graduated. During this time, the processes were just starting to form, the culture was being established, recognition was growing quickly, academics were becoming more organized, and placements were improving.

To be frank, IIM Raipur is still working on becoming a standout institution, so it's not truly special at this point. However, it has carved out its own space, even among the IIMs. In some ways, it even surpasses the older, more established IIMs. For instance, there's no cap on the amount spent per student on study materials, unlike the older IIMs. The institute is also open to trying new things. These aspects can be linked to it being a newer institution, like a startup, compared to the older ones that are more like established companies.

There are a couple of factors that work in its favor. First, the students. Despite past and ongoing challenges, the student community is always striving to improve the institute and boost its visibility. For example, their efforts to reach out to new students during the post-CAT admissions process are top-notch. Some clubs, like HRidhaan (the HR club), OPEP (the Operations club), and CEC (the Consulting & Entrepreneurship club), have made a name for themselves in the B-School world.

Second, the events they organize are quite impressive. Events like the HR Summit, GSMC, ICHL, and Leadership Summit are all high-profile.

In short, the institute isn’t special yet, but it is different in a good way. And it’s definitely on track to become special soon.

Many people love IIM Kashipur's campus because of its beautiful surroundings, like the hills and stunning sunsets, and the lush greenery is breathtaking. The campus's unique architecture and natural scenery have led to some amazing photos being taken there.

Personally, what sets this campus apart for me is the strong sense of individuality among its people. At IIM Kashipur, students know they belong to an IIM, but they also embrace the unique vibe of being in "Kashipur." While there are common tendencies like forming groups based on geography or other differences, some individuals really stand out with their distinctiveness. These folks shine in their work, exuding a special energy and individuality that hints at future leadership coming from IIM Kashipur.

There's an interesting article available online, based on an interview with Bollywood actor Dr. Shahrukh Khan, discussing the difference between being lonely, being alone, and being a loner. From my viewpoint, these "loners" are more connected to their nation than to any specific state, language group, or committee. Although this independent mindset isn't prevalent in everyone at IIM Kashipur, it is present in nearly half the batch. It's inspiring to see people confidently expressing their opinions and standing on their own.