# IIT-BHU alumnus says IIT tag took his right to fail

2026-08-16T12:14:30+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk

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An IIT-BHU alumnus has said the IIT tag comes with an expectation that its holders do not have the 'right to fail' without being questioned or insulted. The alumnus, identified as Pandey, shared his views on the burden of the prestigious label. Pandey said the tag, often seen as a symbol of success, also carries pressure that can weigh on graduates. His remarks have sparked online discussions about the hidden costs of being an IITian.

## Coverage

- ndtv.com <https://www.ndtv.com/education/it-took-away-my-right-to-fail-an-iit-bhu-alumnus-on-the-hidden-cost-of-iitian-tag-11917119>
- ndtv.com (2) <https://www.ndtv.com/education/it-took-away-my-right-to-fail-an-iit-bhu-alumnus-on-the-hidden-cost-of-iitian-tag-11917119#publisher=newsstand>

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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources. Last updated 2026-09-27T06:17:18+00:00.

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