662 candidates shortlisted and selected in mega Job Fair in Chennai

Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP), in collaboration with the Human Guidance and Welfare Centre (HGWC), successfully organised a Mega Job Fair on 24 January 2026 at the YMCA Ground, Royapettah, Chennai, generating significant employment opportunities for local youth.

The event witnessed strong participation from the corporate sector, with 75 reputed companies representing diverse industries and offering 8,500+ vacancies. A total of 1,928 interviews were conducted during the job fair, resulting in 662 candidates being shortlisted and selected, demonstrating the effectiveness of the initiative in bridging the gap between job seekers and employers.

Speaking on the occasion, Janab Syed Faheem Sahab, Chapter Head – Chennai, stated: “AMP has instilled confidence in Tamil Nadu—both among job seekers and job providers—that whenever society faces a need, AMP will step forward and extend its support.” He also appreciated the dedicated efforts of the EAC leadership team, including Shahid Haider,  Imtiyaz Syed, and Shahrukh Ahmed for their commitment and hard work.

Mr. Imtiaz Saiyed, Secretary – Employment Assistance Cell (EAC), AMP, said: “The Chennai Job Fair was meticulously planned and efficiently executed, delivering meaningful value to both job seekers and participating HR teams.”

Mr. Shahid Haider, Project Head – AMP Employment Assistance Cell (EAC), highlighted the consistency and growing impact of AMP’s employment initiatives in the region: “This was the third job fair organised in Royapettah and the sixth in Chennai. Our partnership with HGWC played a crucial role in the success of this event. The strong enthusiasm shown by candidates encourages us to organise more such job fairs to support youth employment and contribute to nation building.”

The event witnessed a large turnout of enthusiastic job seekers, including fresh graduates and early-career professionals. Many candidates were shortlisted on the spot for further interviews and placements, making the job fair a significant milestone in Chennai’s employment ecosystem.

The success of the Mega Job Fair was made possible through the tireless dedication of the AMP Chennai Chapter team, the committed volunteers of Human Guidance and Welfare Centre (HGWC), and the Employment Assistance Cell (EAC) team, whose coordinated efforts ensured the smooth and effective execution of the event.

AMP continues to focus on skill development, career guidance, and employment facilitation, alongside its broader initiatives in Education, Employment, and Empowerment, as part of its long-term commitment to community development and inclusive growth.

Regards,
Team AMP EAC