Gajendra Purohit

Dr. Gajendra Purohit at Tech Fest “Perception” at OUTR

Bhubaneswar, Odisha 

February 5, 2025 — The Odisha University of Technology and Research hosted an insightful speaker session during its annual Tech Fest Perception, featuring Dr. Gajendra Purohit as a guest speaker. The interaction brought together engineering students from diverse disciplines for a candid discussion on higher education pathways, competitive examinations, and the importance of early, well-planned preparation for placements. Dr. Purohit’s session stood out for its practical orientation and relevance to students navigating crucial academic and career decisions.

A Guiding Voice on Career Planning and Strategic Preparation

During his address, Dr. Gajendra Purohit drew from his extensive academic and mentoring experience to highlight a recurring challenge among engineering students—hard work without structured guidance. He emphasized that while effort is essential, strategic planning across the four-year engineering journey plays a decisive role in determining outcomes, whether in higher studies, corporate careers, or research. His reflections on timely preparation for competitive exams and placements resonated strongly with students who are often uncertain about balancing academics, skill development, and long-term goals.

Encouraging Innovation and Entrepreneurial Thinking

The session also addressed the aspirations of students inclined toward startups and innovation. Dr. Purohit spoke about the common lack of clarity faced by first-time founders and the importance of building direction before execution. He encouraged students to validate ideas, strengthen fundamentals, and cultivate patience—underscoring that successful ventures are built through informed decisions rather than haste. The presence of the Honorable Vice Chancellor and faculty members further reinforced the academic significance of the dialogue, adding depth to the discussion on innovation-led career paths.

 

Who we are

A major pillar of Dr. Purohit’s influence is MathsCare, the learning platform he founded to support aspirants preparing for higher education and competitive examinations. Through MathsCare, he has guided thousands of students in building conceptual clarity, discipline, and confidence—principles echoed throughout his interaction at OUTR. The enthusiastic participation and thoughtful questions from students reflected the effectiveness of his mentorship-driven approach. His visit to OUTR reaffirmed his role as a mentor committed to shaping informed, confident, and future-ready engineers, with a continued focus on guiding students beyond the classroom.

About GP Sir

Dr. Gajendra Purohit (MSc, NET, PhD), known as GP Sir, has 20+ years of math teaching experience. He’s a full-time YouTuber. He founded MathsCare for online courses and GPS Publication House, with six bestselling books. Additionally, he’s a motivational speaker and career guide.

MathsCare By GP Sir

MathsCare is a leading online platform offering coaching for IIT‑JAM, CSIR‑NET, GATE, CUET‑PG, and B.Sc./B.Tech. With over 15,000+ students and 50,000+ app downloads.