IIT Hyderabad has announced its Phase 1 placement report for 2026. The placement process is still ongoing and is expected to continue till April 2026. Early data shows a sharp rise in salary packages and strong recruiter participation.
IIT Hyderabad Placement 2026 Highlights
The Phase 1 report shows significant growth in both salary figures and placement outcomes compared to previous years.
- Highest international package: ₹2.5 crore per annum
- Highest domestic package: ₹1.58 crore per annum
- Average package: ₹30 LPA
- Students placed: 304 out of 487
- International offers: 24+ offers
- Offers in ₹75–₹100 LPA range: 4 students
The placement process is still active, with final numbers expected after April 2026.
IIT Hyderabad Placement Comparison (2024–2026)
A year-wise comparison highlights a major jump in salary packages in 2026.
*Phase 1 data only
The highest package has increased sharply, showing improved global hiring trends.
IIT Hyderabad Branch-Wise Placement Performance
Top-performing branches recorded higher placement rates and salaries.
- AI: 83.33% placement rate
- CSE: 83.05% placement rate
- Mathematics & Computing: 77.88% placement rate
- Average salary in these branches: ~₹40 LPA
These branches continue to attract top recruiters and premium offers.
IIT Hyderabad BTech Placement 2026 Details
BTech placements form the largest share of the placement drive.
- Students registered: 487
- Students placed: 304
- Average salary: ₹30 LPA
- Highest international package: ₹2.5 crore
The placement rate is expected to improve further after Phase 2 completion.
Top Recruiters at IIT Hyderabad
Leading global and Indian companies participated in the placement drive.
Key recruiters include:
- Microsoft
- Amazon
- Goldman Sachs
- Deloitte
- Oracle
- Accenture
- Paytm
The presence of top tech and finance firms indicates strong industry demand.
IIT Hyderabad Internship Report for 2027 Batch
The institute has also released internship data for the upcoming batch.
- Total internship offers: 279
- Highest stipend: ₹7.5 lakh per month
This reflects increasing opportunities for early industry exposure.
IIT Hyderabad Placement Trends and Growth Analysis
The 2026 placement season shows strong improvement compared to previous years.
- Highest package increased by over 278% from 2025
- Average salary rose by nearly 44%
- Strong demand in AI, CSE, and data-driven roles
The final placement report after Phase 2 is expected to present even higher figures, reinforcing IIT Hyderabad’s growing placement performance.