“I thought I was hallucinating – I read my placement letter 3 times before I could believe it.”Recalls Ananyaa, her voice tinged with disbelief and joy. For Ananyaa, placement at Wharton School of Business, ranked among the top 10 Business Schools globally, wasn’t just an achievement – it was a dream, nurtured, empowered, and mentored at CHIREC.
She is not the only one.
From Oxford to Harvard, London School of Economics to MIT and Stanford, CHIREC students have gained placements in some of the most prestigious universities globally. What is unique at CHIREC is not just these great names, but the vision & strategy behind the success: the Customised College Plan. This is a planned, personalised journey for every student which has empowered students to gain placements in academic streams such as Engineering, Management, Biomedicine, Data Science, Entrepreneurship, Architecture, Genetics as well as 1.5 million$ in scholarships (2024-25).
At CHIREC, the path to elite placements is paved with more than just ambition and grades. It’s built on a deeply personalised journey that begins as early as grade 8. Students like Ananyaa undergo different tests to identify their strengths and interests. Through teacher interaction – their academic skills are determined.
Says Gautam Vivekanand, who has received placement at Imperial College, London: “I am very excited to have received admission at the Mechanical Engineering Program at this reputed university and I can’t wait to embark on this new journey. I relied solely on CHIREC’s placement team throughout the admission process. I received guidance every step of the way from drafting my personal statement to my interview at Imperial College.”
Imperial College, London is one of the world’s top STEM-focused universities (ranked 2nd globally & the first in Europe), with a highly competitive engineering faculty. Getting placed here was no easy feat – but with CHIREC’s unique approach, the journey was guided by purpose, not weighed down by expectations. Building a strong profile involves excelling in academics, participating in extracurricular activities, and demonstrating leadership skills. It’s about showcasing a well-rounded, committed approach to personal and intellectual growth for university placements. Guidance towards building a strong profile begins from grade 9 and is coupled with a customised plan for each child.
“While all schools impact learning, CHIREC does something different; it goes beyond academics—it helps you understand yourself better and find purpose in what you do,”
says Amaira Bharathi, a CHIREC student. Such clarity comes from continuous counselling that adapts as the student progresses – grade 10 involves career assessments and exploration of academic pathways. Support is also given for honing their skills that align with future university placements. In grade 11, information and guidance are provided on key aspects of college selection, including location, entrance exams, and campus life. In grade 12, individual support is provided for university applications, including personalised counselling, essay guidance, and interview preparation. The placement team collaborates with students to finalise their career choices and ensure all application deadlines are met on time.
CHIREC organises university fairs with experts from over 100 universities worldwide to guide students on career opportunities. Through Exchange Programmes, our students gain cultural insights by traveling internationally and hosting peers, with plans to expand these opportunities globally through the Cognita network of over 100 schools.
The school also shares resources and support for Indian entrance exams such as NEET and CLAT, and standardised tests such as SAT, ACT, and PSAT.
This well-rounded, student-centric approach highlights CHIREC’s pioneering role in education – fostering not just successful placements, but also empowering students to make informed choices and take ownership of their future.
