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Techie says IIT Bombay colleagues made him realise tier-3 college gap: ‘They leave no stone unturned’

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Workplace Realizations: How IIT Bombay Alumni Exposed the Educational Divide

Bharatmorningnews.com – A recent social media revelation from a software professional has resonated with countless users who have experienced the stark contrast between elite institutions and lesser-known colleges. The conversation ignited after Kshitij Vaze shared his reflections on collaborating with graduates from one of India’s premier engineering schools.

The Jealousy Factor

Vaze candidly expressed his feelings about working alongside these accomplished peers. He noted that their relentless pursuit of excellence inadvertently highlighted his own educational shortcomings.

“The only downside of being surrounded by IIT-Bombay grads at work is that they leave no stone unturned while making me jealous of their tech exposure during their degrees,” he wrote.

He further emphasized how his previous understanding of the educational hierarchy proved inadequate. The reality of their academic journey far exceeded his expectations.

“I thought I knew the extent of the gap between my tier-3 college and theirs, but DAMN I wasn’t aware,” he added.

Shared Experiences Emerge

The viral post sparked a wave of personal anecdotes from professionals across various sectors. Many recounted moments when working with IIT graduates opened their eyes to new possibilities.

One professional shared his surprise at discovering the depth of knowledge possessed by his IITian coworkers. Despite attending a respectable private university, he felt his understanding was superficial.

“I was from a kind of good tier 2 private university, had IITian colleagues. I naively thought ‘kitna hi fark hoga exposure mein’ but damn I was flabbergasted hearing them talk about the stuff they did.”

Another contributor highlighted specific technical tools he had never encountered before. The breadth of knowledge among these graduates seemed unmatched by his own educational background.

“I got to know about Overleaf and LaTeX from an IITian, plus plenty more I don’t have on the tip of my tongue. The level of exposure they get cannot be matched, not at least in a tier 69 (mine) for sure.”

Internship Revelations

Professional experiences beyond full-time employment also revealed these disparities. One individual noted how an internship experience crystallized his understanding of institutional differences.

“True I realized the same in my last internship. Everyone in the office were from IIT. It definitely shows the difference.”

Another perspective came from someone who felt the educational gap even more acutely. However, they acknowledged that not all IIT graduates follow identical patterns of behavior.

“Being from tier infinity college I understand that feeling, but not all IITians are same. But looking at the peer race they adapt themselves accordingly and do not fear to learn, ask or talk to people who are more knowledgeable. Only the environment lacks in our colleges and gets us into a comfort zone or holds us back maybe.”

Building Strong Networks Early

Some users pointed out that the foundation for professional success begins much earlier than most realize. IIT students reportedly establish tight-knit communities during their initial academic year.

These groups reportedly engage in thorough analysis of engineering concepts and skills. This early preparation positions them for opportunities ranging from prestigious universities to leading technology firms.

“Heard that they form a WhatsApp group of 4 or 5 max in the 1st year itself and start dissection of all engg skills and topics. Once excelling in that, in the final year they then go for startups or MIT, Harvard or UCLA or top-notch companies in research for jobs,” the user wrote.

For readers interested in similar career journeys, the publication also featured a story about a professional who secured a position at Google after twelve unsuccessful attempts.

’13th time was the charm’: Techie shares advice after landing Google job following 12 rejections

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