CARISTRRA Career Counselling
Harness the expertise of CARISTRRA’s powerhouse team—featuring IIT alumni, international researchers, industry leaders, and seasoned professionals—all dedicated to delivering personalized career guidance that helps you thrive on your career journey to success.
Thiruvananthapuram
Experience: 8 yrs
About Counsellor:
Dr. Nirmal Madhavan
Ph.D (Australia & Europe), IIT Alumni , Certified Career Counselor and Analyst (ACCPH, UK and BCPA, India)
Dr. Nirmal Madhavan, a seasoned international research scientist and passionate mentor, has guided over 1,000 students toward making the right choices in education and career globally. Through his initiative on nutruting Indian International Researchers via the PhD PDF Scholarship and podcast sessions (https://www.youtube.com/@phd_pdfscholarship) , he offers counseling and provides opportunities for students to connect with industry experts, professors, and scientific communities worldwide.
With a strong academic foundation, including a Ph.D. from Australia in collaboration with Tata Steel Netherlands and a masters degree from IIT, Dr. Madhavan brings unparalleled expertise and insight to career counseling. He has worked on prestigious projects with organizations such as Tata Steel Netherlands, the Indian Navy - Scorpene Class Submarine (Ministry of Defense), AirBus Aerospace- France and is currently a leading scientist in a European green research organization.
Dr. Madhavan’s mission is both deeply personal and professional:
"As someone who has navigated the complexities of academic and industrial careers globally, I aim to ensure that no student has to tread this path alone. My goal is to inspire and guide each individual to realize their potential and achieve their dream careers."
Through Caristrra, Dr. Madhavan combines his expertise, experience, and passion to transform aspirations into achievements.
Mr. Vishnu Asok
Edupreneur, IIT Alumni, Certified Career Counselor and Analyst (ACCPH, UK and BCPA, India)
Mr. Vishnu Asok, a seasoned academician and career coach, has guided over 500 students and professionals in making informed educational and career decisions across industries. With an M.Tech from IIT Madras, he has contributed to groundbreaking R&D projects in Automotive Engineering at Mahindra & Mahindra and led government-sponsored initiatives in the Defence sector, showcasing his commitment to innovation and excellence.
As a former Faculty at NIT Calicut, Mr. Asok mentored young engineers, equipping them with skills for thriving careers. His experience extends to the EdTech sector, where he brought high-quality IIT-JEE-level education to grassroots learners, reinforcing his belief in educations transformative power. Consulting roles in the UAE have further enriched his global perspective, enabling him to guide students from diverse backgrounds effectively.
At Caristrra Career Counseling, Mr. Asok combines his academic rigor, professional insights, and approachable demeanor to help individuals discover their passions and build meaningful careers. His mission is simple yet profound:
“To turn uncertainty into opportunity and shape futures aligned with true potential.”
Services:
Students
- Two Detailed Counselling Session
- 1 Hour Counselling Duration
- 22+ Pages Detailed Career Report
- 3 Month Post Counselling Support
- 5 Dimensional Career Assessment included
- Motivational Session
- Study Techniques
- Exam Details
- College Details
Professionals
- Detailed Professional Profile Analysis
- Two Detailed Counselling Session
- 22+ Pages Detailed Career Report
- 3 Month Post Counselling Support
- 50 Minutes Counselling Duration
- Resume Analysis support
- Industry Inputs
- Career Advancement Recommendations
- Skills Development Recommendations
67 Reviews:
Reviewed by Tejashree on 28-06-2026
Great session. I had direction but no plan now I have both. The analysis was accurate, the recommendations made sense for my profile, and the counselor actually listened. Cleared up a lot of my doubts. Highly recommend.
Reviewed by Adithi J G on 28-06-2026
I hve been exploring a lot of options after my PCM and kept going back and forth, especially across engineering and design fields. The session helped me cut through that confusion. The assessment was spot on about how I think practical, logical, and good with visualising things and it matched that to fields Am actually drawn to like industrial design, architecture and AI. What I liked most was that nothing felt random; every recommendation came with a reason. The counselor was patient and made the whole thing feel personal rather than like a standard report. I left with a much clearer shortlist and a lot less stress about deciding. Thank you Caristrra.
Reviewed by Dhiya Riaz on 28-06-2026
Before the session I honestly had no clue what to do after my arts stream. I knew I liked creative things but couldn''t tell if that was an actual career or just a hobby. The session with Caristrra changed that completely. The counselor was so easy to talk to and never rushed me. What surprised me was how accurate the test felt — it picked up that I''m someone who learns by listening and expresses myself best through creativity, which is exactly me. They showed me options like content writing, fine arts and liberal arts that I''d never seriously considered as careers. For the first time I feel like my interests actually point somewhere. Really glad I did this.
Reviewed by Akhila Biju on 20-04-2026
I recently attended a career guidance session with Carristra, and honestly, it was a really helpful experience. The session went on for about 4 to 5 hours, but it never felt exhausting or rushed. It was paced well and kept me involved the whole time. The counselor was one of the best parts of the session. They were easy to talk to, really patient, and actually listened to everything I had to say. It didn’t feel like I was being given some generic advice, it felt personal and based on who I am. The test we took was also quite interesting and gave me a better understanding of my strengths and interests. But what I liked the most was what came after that. They gave me access to a full website with different career options explained in detail, including the scope and opportunities in each field. What made it even better was that it was all curated based on my abilities, so it felt very relevant. Overall, I feel like it was time well spent. If someone is confused about what to do next or just wants a clearer idea about their career, this kind of session can really help
Reviewed by Koshy George on 11-04-2026