'A country where merit is hidden': IITs ask students to remove JEE, GATE ranks from CVs

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IIT has allegedly asked students to remove JEE and GATE ranks, scores, percentiles and similar examination details from their resumes.

According to the screenshot of an email widely being shared online, the instruction has been issued in line with guidelines from the All IIT Placement Committee (AIPC). The message, sent by a Career Development Centre (CDC), said all IITs are expected to comply with the guidelines to maintain uniformity in the upcoming placement and internship cycle.
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"As per the guidelines issued by the All IIT Placement Committee (AIPC), students are advised not to include JEE Rank, GATE Rank, marks, scores, percentile, or similar examination ranking details in their resumes/CVs," the email said.

The communication further asked students to review their resumes and remove such details before submitting them for placement or internship-related activities. It described the move as an "important compliance requirement" and advised students to contact the CDC team through their student coordinators for any clarification.