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
39 Reviews:
Reviewed by Harsh Kumar on 22-11-2025
It was really Insightful talk, first time I got someone through whom I got to know about different aspects of accadmia and industry. I definitely appreciate your work the way you are shaping or showing light for future researchers
Reviewed by Alex Thomas on 01-11-2025
I came to know about CARISTRRA in the begining of 2025, when I was searching for abroad Postdoc after my PhD. I was clueless about the process and then I had a session with Nirmal, founder of CARISTRRA. He was very helpful, answered about all my questions patiently and guided me in the right direction. Before CARISTRRA, I have no idea about how a standard cover letter should look and things. The one service, I particularly liked the most is the interview preparation for Postdoc, that made me to prepare well and crack it. Here I am writing review about the service after securing a Postdoc position in UK. Thank you CARISTRRA!!
Reviewed by Aravind A L on 11-10-2025
The sessions were very enjoyable and engaging.It was really helpfull.. Kind of somethings i needed a long ago.. Thank you Vishnu sir
Reviewed by Anandu Bhadran on 11-10-2025
Had a very insightful and informative discussion with Dr. Nirmal Madhavan. His suggestions and guidance gave me a fresh perspective on how to approach and apply for research positions. I truly appreciate the clarity and direction he provided during our conversation
Reviewed by Nikitha S on 15-08-2025