Are Core Branches Dead? Placement Truth & Interview Mistakes | Prof. Amit Solanki

What are the 3 biggest job interview mistakes that can get freshers rejected? In this podcast, Amit Solanki shares practical insights into campus placements, interview preparation, employability skills, and what companies expect from engineering graduates in 2026. Amit Solanki is the Head of the Training & Placement Cell at JSPM’s Bhivrabai Sawant Institute of Technology and Research and holds a professional background in Electrical Engineering. In this conversation, we discuss why candidates get rejected in interviews, how to improve communication skills, why attitude matters, and how students can prepare for successful campus placements. IN THIS PODCAST, YOU WILL LEARN: 3 common job interview mistakes that can lead to rejection Essential employability skills for freshers in 2026 How to prepare for technical and HR interviews Why communication skills, attitude, and problem-solving matter Career opportunities in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Emerging opportunities in renewable energy and electric vehicles The importance of academic performance, GATE, and placement eligibility How AI and machine learning are being used in agriculture and engineering How students can prepare for placements from their first year What companies expect from freshers beyond marks and certificates CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Amit Solanki and His Placement Experience 03:20 Are Core Engineering Jobs Still Worth It? 07:20 Renewable Energy, EVs and Emerging Career Opportunities 11:00 Salary Packages, GATE and Academic Eligibility 17:00 AI, Machine Learning and Smart Agriculture 21:00 Three Job Interview Mistakes That Get You Rejected 24:00 Employability Skills Every Fresher Needs in 2026 27:00 Placement Preparation, Communication and Industry Expectations CONNECT WITH AMIT SOLANKI LinkedIn:   / amit-solanki-7a56771a   WHO SHOULD WATCH THIS PODCAST? Engineering students, freshers, job seekers, placement aspirants, and anyone preparing for technical or HR interviews will find valuable career insights in this discussion. Watch the full episode to understand how you can improve your interview readiness, develop industry-relevant skills, and prepare for the changing job market. #JobInterviewTips #CampusPlacement #FreshersJobs #InterviewMistakes #EmployabilitySkills #EngineeringCareers #PlacementPreparation #AmitSolanki