JIBS remains committed to excellence, with a clear emphasis on real-world relevance and the professional futures of its students. Our postgraduate students in Applied Psychology have undertaken internships in a variety of sectors, reflecting their diverse specializations and interests. Many have interned at NGOs such as IPE Global, Child Rights and You (CRY), and India Vision Foundation, among others. Others have pursued corporate opportunities at KPMG, Deloitte, Wipro, Mercer Mettle, Hyundai Motors, and Panasonic. Some have opted for international exposure by interning with the United Nations, while others gained government-sector experience at NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Women and Child Development, and the Kerala Police Academy.
The postgraduate students in Psychosocial Rehabilitation have likewise benefited from extensive hands-on training. They have interned at organizations such as Saksham Child and Adolescent Guidance Clinic, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital (New Delhi), Hopes Autism Centre (Dehradun), and Hope Trust Psychiatric Clinic and De-addiction Centre (Hyderabad), among others.
In terms of placements, our students have received offers from Jindal Steel Foundation, Graviton Research, Market Vistas, Aaj Enterprise, Deloitte, Policy Bazar Group, and O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), among others. These offers span roles such as Assistant Manager, Psychologist, Learning and Development Associate, Management Trainee (HR), and CSR Executive.
Graduates of the MA/MSc Applied Psychology program at the Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences (JIBS) enjoy a wealth of career opportunities, underpinned by the program's rigorous academic foundation and practical training. With a placement success rate of 81.5%, students have demonstrated their expertise across various domains. Notably, the highest salary offered to graduates reached ₹10.2 LPA, with an average of ₹6.86 LPA, underscoring the value employers place on JIBS-trained professionals. Graduates have secured prestigious roles such as Psychologists, HR Executives, CSR Executives, Research Executives, and Operations Executives in top-tier organizations, including Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, and Graviton Research Capital, showcasing the program's versatility and industry relevance.
Graduates from the program have also received pre-placement offers from PolicyBazaar.com. For those interested in furthering their education, the program serves as a strong foundation for pursuing advanced research degrees such as a Ph.D. in Psychology or related fields, both in India and internationally.
The M.Sc. Psychosocial Rehabilitation program equips students with specialized skills to address critical mental health and rehabilitation needs in healthcare, social sectors, education, and research. Graduates can excel as Special Educators, Psychosocial Counsellors, Mental Health Rehabilitation Consultants, and Community Mental Healthcare Professionals. The program also prepares students for leadership roles such as Project Coordinators in mental health schemes and Administrators in organizations focused on mental health. Opportunities in education and research further extend to roles as school or higher education counsellors and research associates in mental health rehabilitation, providing a robust foundation for pursuing a PhD and advancing their contributions to the field. For those inclined toward academia, the program provides a stepping stone to higher education opportunities, including Ph.D. programs in Mental Health, Rehabilitation, or Clinical Psychology.
