25% Engineering Students Want to Change Branch for Better Placement: IIT Bombay Survey

By
—
On:

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay conducted a survey among a group of engineering students who graduated from the institute this year. Its results have been announced recently. A survey conducted by IIT Bombay revealed that 25 percent of students are not satisfied with their engineering major. He wanted to change his branch for better placement. Interestingly, these students want to change their branch to Computer Science Engineering. IIT Bombay has highlighted the priorities of students and their campus life in ‘Insight Senior Survey 2026’.

Let’s know in detail about IIT Bombay’s ‘Insight Senior Survey 2026’. Let’s know how many students were surveyed. Let’s find out what the survey results say.

24% students admitted cheating

The survey conducted by IIT Bombay asked students a series of questions, asking students about cheating in exams and assignments. In response to this question, most of the students denied cheating. However, 24 percent of students admitted that they have cheated once or twice due to pressure or coercion.

32% students are unsure about the change after 5 years

In IIT Bombay’s ‘Insight Senior Survey 2026’, students have also answered questions related to their career uncertainty. 28 percent of students surveyed are considering exiting their current field, while 32 percent of students believe it is uncertain whether they will be working in the same field 5 years from now.

How many students were surveyed?

The ‘Insight Senior Survey 2026’ was conducted by IIT Bombay for around 2,400 students who will graduate in the year 2026, but only 144 students participated in the survey, a total percentage of 6 percent.

Mental health and counseling status

In the survey, students also answered questions related to mental health and counseling. 24 students surveyed admitted that they had used the institute’s counseling services in difficult situations. While 41 students said they never felt the need for counseling or therapy. However, 33 students said that they sought help from friends and family to cope with their difficulties.

Leave a Comment