Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part L (2025)

The present paper examines the perception of employability in higher education graduates of public and private universities in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The perception of graduate students regarding on-campus support and its impact on employability has been discussed based on the primary data for the sample size of 450 students through a structured questionnaire. To assess the universities' performance, we have constructed an Education Development Index (EDI) by considering six parameters for both universities. The analysis employs a logit regression model to identify key factors influencing graduate employability in the selected region, such as family size, father's education, and university facilities. The findings emphasize the significance of these variables in determining job willingness while highlighting disparities between public and private universities in promoting employability skills. The study also contrasts the effectiveness of public and private universities in promoting skill development, providing valuable recommendations for policymakers and universities to enhance employability outcomes in the region. The paper provides actionable insights for policymakers and educational institutions to align their curricula and resources with labor market demands, thereby enhancing graduate employability in the Western Uttar Pradesh region of India.