Job security for IIM ABC graduates is essentially zero - the "zero security" comment from OP is sobering but accurate in the current market with layoffs, AI disruption, and slow hiring. The OP gave a one-word answer - "Zero" - when asked about job security for ABC grads, which speaks volumes about the current reality. This isn't unique to ABC - it's the broader market reality that IIM ABC graduates aren't immune from. Reality of post-MBA job security at IIM ABC (Rs 26-27L fees, Rs 34-35 LPA avg):
- First 12 months at joining company: Essentially zero security - new grads are easiest to let go during layoffs, 2) 2-3 year mark: Depends on performance, firm, market conditions - ABC pedigree helps but doesn't protect fully, 3) 5+ years post-MBA: Senior roles have more stability but selective layoffs common,
- Industry variance: consulting less stable than product, banking more volatile than strategy. Specific layoff realities:
- McKinsey laid off 5000 consultants in 2023-24 - back office + non-client-facing + underperformers,
- Amazon, Meta, Google cut 20,000+ roles 2022-24 - affected IIM grads in tech PM/strategy roles,
- Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan reduced IB hiring 30% in India post-2022,
- Startup layoffs (Byju's, Unacademy, Swiggy) affected IIM grad strategic hires. IIM ABC graduates' survival playbook in this market:
- Stay in top 20% performance at your firm - top performers rarely fired,
- Build domain expertise (pick 2-3 industries),
- Network internally across teams/functions for lateral opportunities,
- Maintain external network (coffee chats with alumni at other firms monthly),
- Build visibility (internal presentations, write thought pieces, engage with industry forums),
- Save aggressively in first 3 years - 6-month emergency fund minimum,
- Upskill continuously - AI tools, leadership, industry-specific expertise. Why "zero security" is honest framing: even IIM ABC brand doesn't protect you from economic cycles, strategic pivots, and AI disruption. Your career security comes from continuous upskilling, network, and performance - not college tag. OP also responded humorously - "lol" to someone calling the view pessimistic. But the underlying truth is that IIM ABC gives you higher ceiling not job security - the responsibility to build security rests with you. Check your eligibility at collvera.com/eligibility