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
43 Reviews:
Reviewed by Ratheesh S on 05-01-2026
The whole journey was fantastic. Objective, and solution oriented process. Brought clarity on the way ahead and supportive process. Looking forward for the follow up. rather than giving vague options, the team was able to provide clear solutions. Thanks Vishnu.
Reviewed by Prakash Chandra on 26-12-2025
As parents of a Class 10 student, we were quite concerned about choosing the right academic path amid so many options and external pressures. We approached Caristrra Career Counseling when our child was confused and anxious, and the experience was extremely reassuring. What we appreciated most was Caristrra structured and scientific approach that focused on understanding our child’s personality, interests, strengths, and learning style rather than just marks. The assessment report and counseling session gave both our child and us much needed clarity and confidence, and the recommendations felt practical, realistic, and well aligned with who our child truly is. Caristrra helped us make a calm, informed, and stress free decision for our child’s future, and we would strongly recommend it to parents seeking genuine guidance for their children.
Reviewed by Janaki Raman on 23-12-2025
The experience was very insightful. At 32, I was feeling unsure about my career direction until I underwent Caristrra’s career counselling. The assessment report resonated strongly with me, and the counselling session with Mr. Vishnu Sir was especially valuable. He listened patiently, addressed my concerns clearly, and helped me gain meaningful self-awareness about my strengths, areas for growth, and career direction aligned with my personality. Thank you to the Caristrra team for the support and guidance.
Reviewed by Yogaraj Duraivel on 23-12-2025
A recent conversation with Dr. Madhavan focused on preparing for a PhD scholarship application. Dr. Madhavan offered valuable guidance on crafting a compelling Statement of Purpose (SOP) and Letters of Recommendation (LOR). The advice focused on specific details needed to demonstrate authenticity to recruiters. This advice was extremely helpful in developing a unique and focused application. Follow-up sessions are scheduled to review the documents, and they should further prepare for the PhD journey.
Reviewed by Harsh Kumar on 22-11-2025