The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur records a strong performance during the placement season 2025–26, with the highest annual package reaching Rs 2.44 crore. The institute also reports over 1,500 job offers made to students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. The placement season highlights continued industry confidence in IIT Kharagpur graduates amid evolving global hiring trends.
Strong Recruiter Participation
Top domestic and international companies participate in the recruitment process, offering roles across technology, analytics, finance, consulting, core engineering, and research domains. Recruiters include multinational firms, Indian conglomerates, and emerging startups. Several students receive multiple offers, reflecting high demand for technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
Sector-Wise Hiring Trends
The majority of offers come from:
- Software and technology services
- Artificial intelligence and data science
- Core engineering and manufacturing
- Finance, consulting, and analytics
- Research and development roles
The diverse hiring pattern demonstrates the institute’s multidisciplinary academic strength.
Placement Highlights
Key highlights of the 2025–26 placement season include:
- Highest package: Rs 2.44 crore per annum
- Total offers: Over 1,500
- Participation: Undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students
- Recruitment mode: Hybrid (online and on-campus)
The placement process continues in phases, with international and domestic offers still being finalised.
Institute’s Focus on Industry Readiness
IIT Kharagpur attributes the strong placement outcomes to its focus on industry-aligned curriculum, research-driven learning, internships, and skill development initiatives. The institute continues to strengthen industry collaborations to enhance student employability. The placement results reaffirm IIT Kharagpur’s position as one of India’s leading engineering and research institutions.
