The present study focuses on analyzing the recruitment problems faced by startups while hiring college graduates with special reference to Hire Happi, Bangalore. Startups face various recruitment challenges due to skill mismatch, limited employer branding, competition from established organizations, and changing candidate expectations. The study examines the effectiveness of recruitment practices and graduate perception towards startup employment opportunities. The research adopts a descriptive research design using both primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire from 150 respondents using convenience sampling. Statistical tools such as Percentage Analysis, Chi-Square Analysis, Correlation Analysis, and Weighted Ranking Analysis were used for data interpretation. The findings reveal that effective recruitment practices improve candidate engagement, recruitment experience, and hiring outcomes in startups. The study concludes that structured recruitment strategies, transparent communication, and digital recruitment platforms play a major role in improving startup hiring effectiveness. The research paper is prepared with plagiarism-free and original academic content suitable for publication purposes.