abhishekshaarma10
Apr 72 min read
Why GPA Alone Won’t Save Your Engineering Career in 2026
GPA signals baseline competence but fails to prove real-world impact, as 2026 recruiters prioritize skills and results over marks amid 10-15% placement rates for high-CGPA grads. Indian engineering firms like Infosys seek GitHub portfolios and AI projects, not transcripts—83% of roles demand practical execution that colleges overlook. For Jaipur BTech/GATE students, chasing 9+ GPA alone risks unemployment; blend it with projects for 20+ LPA launches. Recruiter Realities Arya


