The Hindu EducationPlus fair: Career counselling inspires confidence, eases course anxiety‘ - The HinduPublished - May 03, 2026 09:53 pm IST(From left to right) Mandhara Bilagi P., Jayasheel P.J., Nagashettappa Biradar, Shivakumaraiah, Shalini M., Ameen e Mudassar and Anupama B. launch the Career Counselling Fair 2026 book during 24th edition of The Hindu EducationPlus Career Counselling Fair 2026 at Siddaganga Institute of Technology in Tumakuru. | Photo Credit: ALLEN EGENUSE J.“Career counselling is not just providing information, but inspiring confidence and reducing anxiety about the selection of courses,” said Shivakumaraiah, joint secretary, Sree Siddaganga Education Society, Tumakuru.Speaking during the 24th edition of The Hindu EducationPlus Career Counselling Fair 2026, which was held at Siddaganga Institute of Technology (SIT), Tumakuru on Sunday, he said, “As per a survey, 93% of graduates are aware of just seven career options. However, more than 250 career options are available. Career counselling is therefore important to everyone facing challenges in finding their career path.”Published - May 03, 2026 09:53 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }