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What We Look For
critical thinkers · auto passion or farm passion · creativity · analytical · selfdirected
Succeeding as a Mahindra Igniter, our entry level program for graduate and postgraduate
engineers requires a combination of technical expertise, critical thinking, and people skills. We
look for talented mechanical, civil, and electrical/electronics engineers who enjoy handson
learning and are capable of working with sophisticated manufacturing technologies.
We seek talented, selfmotivated individuals who take the initiative to pursue new ideas. We
want innovative thinkers who take well reasoned risks and think critically about how to improve
existing processes.
In our business, the customer comes first. We expect our employees to respond to the changing
needs and expectations of our customers speedily and effectively. We need professionals who
work effectively in teams and value dignity of every individual.
Hiring Process
The recruitment process begins in AugustSeptember with a round of campus visits. The
recruitment team holds a series of oncampus information sessions. Currently, we recruit about
700 graduates from 120 universities including IITs (Indian Institutes of Technology), NITs
(National Institutes of Technology), and select regional institutions.
In order to apply, candidates must have a cumulative score of at least 60 percent at graduation.
Eligible candidates are invited to appear for a written test. The test covers functional
engineering topics (mechanical, electrical, etc.), analytical ability, and enthusiasm and
knowledge about automobiles and farming, respectively. The test is validated by an external
agency to ensure consistency across all campuses.
Candidates who pass the written test are called for interviews with our Human Resources team
later that day. This interview helps us match candidates with positions they will enjoy and excel
in. We conduct a group discussion, case study analysis, extempore (unprepared speech), and
group activities to look for candidates who can take initiative, think creatively, communicate
well, and work well on a team.
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Next, we conduct technical interviews to evaluate candidates’ functional domain knowledge in
their field of engineering. We may also inquire about projects completed as part of the
academic curriculum, extracurricular activities, and hobbies.
Offers are extended immediately after the technical interview. The final step in the process is a
medical exam at any of the companyapproved medical centre or Occupational Health Centres
(OHCs) in various plant locations.
Eligibility Technical
Written Test HR Interview Medical Test
Criteria Interview
Locations and Functions
A range of opportunities are available within our Automotive and Farm Equipment businesses
at different locations throughout the country. During the application process, we will invite you
to give us your function and location preferences, and we will do our best to honor them.
Manufacturing
Automotive Division Farm Equipment and Swaraj Divisions
Kandivali (Mumbai) Kandivali (Mumbai)
Zaheerabad ( near Hyderabad) Nagpur
Chakan (Pune) Rudrapur
Nasik Mohali (Chandigarh)
Haridwar Jaipur
NonManufacturing
Research and Development Sales
Chennai There are opportunities in sales and after
Kandivali (Mumbai) sales customer care throughout India. Ask
Nasik us about current vacancies.
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Benefits
Salary
You will receive a competitive salary that increases with educational attainment, so that you
receive higher compensation if you hold a postgraduate degree than if you hold a graduate
degree.
Your first year will be a training period dedicated to induction, shop floor and onthejob
training, with live projects exposing you to various functions. Post confirmation at the end of
the first year, you will receive a salary increase based on periodic assessments of your work.
Our incentive plans reward hard work and personal achievement. At the end of each fiscal year,
we award performance pay determined by both the performance of your business and your
personal performance.
Vacation
You will receive 20 days of paid leave each year, plus 10 unpaid exigency days in the case of
sickness or emergency.
Health Insurance
Hospitalization expenses of the officer and spouse are covered under the Mediclaim Policy.
Further details will be provided during the induction program and are available on the company
intranet.
Dining
We offer a subsidized canteen in all our work locations. Enjoy healthy and delicious meals
prepared daily by our chefs.
Fitness Center
Take advantage of the excellent fitness facilities that we provide at every location.
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Growth Opportunities
Education
We provide several opportunities for Mahindra Igniters to pursue higher education.
� Sponsorship for Igniters to pursue fulltime post graduation in MBA from elite Bschools.
� Master of Technology degree at VJTI (Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute), Mumbai.
� PGPMS (PostGraduate Program in Management Studies) at the Welingkar Institute of
Management.
� One year satellite education program in general management, administered through a
partnership between IIM Lucknow and Hughes Global Net.
Intra-Sector Movement
Many of our senior level executives joined Mahindra at the beginning or midpoint of their
careers and worked their way to the top through a series of promotions. We groom our existing
talent pool for senior positions through regular training and mentoring.
Diversity
Diversity is critical to innovation and our global expansion. We seek capable employees from a
variety of backgrounds to expand our talent pool and advance our understanding of customer
demographics. As we expand globally, diversity plays a critical role in our cultural fluency and
our ability to integrate successfully into foreign markets. We welcome talented individuals
regardless of gender, age, culture, caste, creed, race, or ethnicity. We are an equal opportunity
employer.
Career Events and Calendar
September-April: Campus visits and recruiting
We recruit throughout the academic year and often partner with universities to hold events on
campus. For specific dates and queries about events on your campus, please contact your
university’s Career Services department.
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