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TableofContents
MahindraIgnitersProgram........................................................................................................................... 3 WhatWeLookFor .................................................................................................................................... 4 HiringProcess............................................................................................................................................ 4 LocationsandFunctions ........................................................................................................................... 5 Benefits ..................................................................................................................................................... 6 GrowthOpportunities............................................................................................................................... 7 Diversity .................................................................................................................................................... 7 CareerEventsandCalendar...................................................................................................................... 7 Disclaimer.................................................................................................................................................. 8 ThankYou...................................................................................................................................................... 9

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Automotiveand Farm Equipment Sectors

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WhatWeLookFor
criticalthinkersauto passion or farmpassion creativity analyticalselfdirected Succeeding as a Mahindra Igniter, our entry level program for graduate and postgraduate engineers requiresacombinationof technicalexpertise, critical thinking,and people skills. We look for talented mechanical, civil, and electrical/electronics engineers who enjoy handson learning and arecapable of workingwith sophisticated manufacturingtechnologies. We seek talented, selfmotivated individuals who take theinitiative to pursue new ideas. We want innovativethinkers who takewellreasoned risksand think criticallyabout how to improve existingprocesses. In our business,thecustomer comes first.We expect ouremployeesto respond to thechanging needs and expectationsof our customersspeedilyand effectively. We need professionals who work effectivelyin teams and value dignityof everyindividual.

HiringProcess
The recruitment process begins in AugustSeptember with a round of campus visits. The recruitment teamholdsaseriesof oncampusinformation sessions. Currently,werecruit about 700 graduates from 120 universities including IITs (Indian Institutes of Technology), NITs (NationalInstitutes of Technology),and select regionalinstitutions. In orderto apply,candidatesmust haveacumulativescore 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 agencyto ensure consistencyacrossallcampuses. Candidateswho pass the written test are called forinterviewswith ourHuman Resourcesteam later that day. This interview helps us match candidateswith positions theywillenjoyand 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 wellon ateam.

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Next,weconduct technicalinterviews to evaluatecandidatesfunctional domain knowledge in their field of engineering. We may also inquire about projects completed as part of the academic curriculum, extracurricular activities,and hobbies. Offersare extended immediatelyafter thetechnicalinterview.Thefinal step in theprocessis a medicalexamat anyof thecompanyapproved medicalcentre orOccupationalHealth Centres (OHCs) in variousplant locations.

Eligibility Criteria

Written Test

HRInterview

Technical Interview

MedicalTest

Locationsand Functions
Arange of opportunities are available within our Automotive and Farm Equipment businesses at different locationsthroughout thecountry. Duringtheapplication process,wewillinviteyou to give usyourfunction and location preferences,and wewilldo ourbest to honorthem. Manufacturing FarmEquipmentand Swaraj Divisions Kandivali (Mumbai) Nagpur Rudrapur Mohali (Chandigarh) Jaipur NonManufacturing Sales There are opportunities in salesand after salescustomercare throughout India.Ask usabout current vacancies.

Automotive Division Kandivali (Mumbai) Zaheerabad ( nearHyderabad) Chakan (Pune) Nasik Haridwar

Research and Development Chennai Kandivali (Mumbai) Nasik

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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 liveprojects exposing you to various functions. Post confirmation at theend of the first year, you willreceiveasalaryincrease based on periodic assessments of your work. Ourincentive plansreward hard work and personalachievement.At theend of each fiscalyear, we award performance pay determined by both the performance of your business and your personalperformance. Vacation You will receive 20 days of paid leave each year, plus 10 unpaid exigency days in the case of sicknessoremergency. Health Insurance Hospitalization expenses of the officer and spouse are covered under the Mediclaim Policy. Furtherdetailswillbe provided during theinduction program and are availableon thecompany intranet. Dining We offer a subsidized canteen in all our work locations. Enjoy healthy and delicious meals prepared dailybyourchefs. FitnessCenter Takeadvantage of theexcellent fitness facilitiesthat we provideat everylocation.

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GrowthOpportunities
Education Weprovideseveralopportunities forMahindra Igniters to pursue highereducation. Sponsorship forIgnitersto pursue fulltime post graduation in MBAfrom eliteBschools. Master of Technology degree at VJTI(Veermata JijabaiTechnologicalInstitute),Mumbai. PGPMS (PostGraduateProgram in Management Studies) at the Welingkar Instituteof Management. Oneyearsatelliteeducationprogramin generalmanagement, administered through a partnership between IIM Lucknow and HughesGlobalNet.

Intra-SectorMovement Many of our senior level executives joined Mahindra at the beginning or midpoint of their careersand worked their wayto the top through aseries of promotions. Wegroomour existing talent pool forsenior positionsthrough regulartrainingand mentoring.

Diversity
Diversityis criticalto innovationand ourglobal expansion.Weseek capableemployees froma varietyof backgroundsto expand ourtalent pooland advance ourunderstandingof customer demographics. As weexpand globally,diversityplaysa critical role in ourcultural fluencyand our ability to integrate successfully into foreign markets. We welcome talented individuals regardless of gender, age,culture, caste, creed, race,or ethnicity. We arean equal opportunity employer.

CareerEventsandCalendar
September-April:Campusvisitsand recruiting Werecruit throughout theacademicyearand often partner with universitiesto hold eventson campus. For specific dates and queries about events on your campus, please contact your universitys Career Servicesdepartment.

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Disclaimer
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ThankYou
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