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The outspoken stand taken by an IIT-BHU alumnus on JEE coaching tutors has sparked a debate on whether many have entered the field by choice or after missing out during placements
His comments divided opinions on educational and career paths. (Image: representative image and X/@late_bloomer_7)
An IIT-BHU alumnus has sparked controversy online after he made strong comments about JEE teacher training and how they get into teaching. His post asked whether many of them choose coaching as a main career or as a back-up option after employment.
These remarks were shared by X user Akash Sampurnanand Pandey and quickly spread across the internet, with users divided on whether his point was fair or too harsh. The discussion quickly turned into a broader debate about teaching quality, career options and respect for teachers.
Teacher training is viewed differently over time
In his post, Pandey talked about how students often view teacher training in a completely different way when they are younger. “At 16 years old, JEE coaching teachers seem to project an image of brilliant geniuses who are IITians and can extract any physics equation in 60 seconds. Rock stars,” he wrote.
This perception changes after entering IIT, as students start looking at the training system more critically, he added. “But by the end of IIT, you realize the truth: They were the leftovers of the placement season. Second-level students,” he said.
Claims about training as a backup plan
Pandey also claimed that many coaching teachers do not enter the profession by choice but as a substitute after appointment. He said training often becomes a fallback option for those who do not pursue other high-paying or research-based careers.
“Training was their backup plan. They peaked at the age of 16 and became complacent. These guys are college students in suits, playing professors to gullible teenagers, overselling the IIT dream. The real ones are PhDs,” he added.
Different paths after IIT
He also compared teacher training with IIT graduates who take different career paths after college. According to him, many former students move on to startups, graduate studies, or management roles, while teacher training remains focused on the same entrance exam material for years.
“While their colleagues moved on to MBAs, PhDs and startups, they remained stuck in the same HC Verma and RD Sharma manuals for 20 years,” he said. Powerful Concluding Note Pandey ended his post with a line summarizing his opinion on how people should view teacher training. “Don’t mistake a gatekeeper for a castle owner,” Pandey concluded.
At 16 years old, JEE coaching teachers seem to project an image of brilliant geniuses who are IITians and can derive any physics equation in 60 seconds. Rockstars But by the end of IIT, you will realize the truth: They were the leftovers of the placement season. Second grade students.
Training…
– Akash Sampurnand Pandey (@late_bloomer_7) June 24, 2026
Social media reacts to varying viewpoints
The post quickly sparked controversy online, with many users strongly disagreeing while others partially supported the view.
One user wrote: “True…. They don’t even have that deep understanding of the subjects they teach compared to some of the good professors out there… They just fine-tuned themselves for the entrance exams.”
Another user commented on the tone of the post, saying: “Sure, the best of them already have higher grades and/or are building something. Although I don’t think we should despise them. They are teachers and should be respected as such. In fact, under their leadership, many students are exposed for the first time to a higher level of material.”
One person argued that teacher training still plays an important role, writing: “They do play a role. Some advance with such leftovers. True, they don’t have a PhD, but they have figured out how to crack JEE and get some order. Some may not even be from IIT. A kindergarten or primary school teacher may not be able to solve a class 8 maths problem. That doesn’t mean she’s an idiot.”
Another comment highlighted that teaching skills and academic achievement were not the same, saying: “There is no honor in belittling anyone. Plus, a good teacher and mastery of the subject are two very different things. Some of the best known people in research at IIT were the worst teachers ever. Another said: ‘At 16, a 30-year-old who is able to impart knowledge deserves respect.’
One user also questioned the generalization, adding: “I’ve seen ‘IITians’ with huge package doing nothing and getting kicked out after one year, so let’s not underestimate anyone here.”
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