The Times of India

Why startups are becoming a first career choice for youth and how IIT Delhi shaped the shift

As startups become a first-choice career option for young professionals, IIT Delhi has played a pivotal role in shaping this shift through decades of alumni entrepreneurship. From early ventures in the 1980s to todays global unicorns, alumni-founded startups span fintech, technology, healthcare and commerce, creating large-scale employment and value. With over 2,600 startups and a strong give-back culture, IIT Delhi continues to influence how youth view ambition, risk and career building.