The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) has successfully wrapped up the initial phase of its campus placement drive for the graduating batch of 2025-26. The institute reported a robust and dynamic hiring season, attracting a wide spectrum of companies from both India and abroad.
Strong Numbers and Diverse Recruiters Mark Phase One
In this first leg of placements, which concluded recently, over 250 organizations from various industry sectors participated. These companies extended a substantial total of 1,202 job offers to the students. Out of these, the students have accepted 1,079 offers, a figure that also includes Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) secured by students from their internship stints.
The placement process was designed for maximum flexibility, conducted in on-campus, virtual, and hybrid modes to accommodate all participants. A significant highlight was 15 students receiving international offers from firms based in Europe, Japan, Korea, and the United States.
Major Companies and PSUs Participate Actively
The recruiter list featured a formidable mix of global giants and leading Indian corporations. Prominent names included Accenture, Samsung, Airbus, American Express, BlackRock, Boeing, Deutsche Bank, ICICI Bank, Mastercard, PwC, and Qualcomm. The phase also saw active participation from several Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) such as Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Mishra Dhatu Nigam (MIDHANI), and Engineers India Limited (EIL).
Reflecting on the successful phase, Prof. Manindra Agrawal, Director of IIT Kanpur, stated, "The conclusion of Phase-I placements reflects the academic rigour, adaptability, and industry-readiness of our students, as well as the institute’s strong and enduring engagement with leading organizations globally. We commend the Students’ Placement Office for managing an efficient and inclusive process."
Record-Breaking Start and Future Prospects
The placement season had kicked off with a record-breaking first day on December 1, 2025, where students bagged an impressive 672 offers. This marked the highest Day 1 tally in the institute's history and represented a 16% increase compared to the previous year. Pre-Placement Offers played a crucial role in this success, with 253 PPOs recorded—a significant 27% jump from the last season.
With Phase One concluded, the institute is now looking ahead. Phase two of the placements is scheduled to commence from mid-January 2026. IIT Kanpur anticipates a further expansion of global opportunities for its students in this upcoming phase, building on the strong foundation laid this year.
