Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs): Most campuses have reported a decline in BTech placements for the academic year 2024-25. However, IIT Varanasi (IIT BHU) has emerged as an exception, maintaining strong placement records and even showing improvement in key metrics. This development highlights varying dynamics across India's premier engineering institutions.
IIT Varanasi has consistently performed well in placements, with recruiters offering competitive packages across diverse sectors. According to recent data:
Placement Rate: IIT BHU recorded over 90% placement for its BTech students, with several high-paying offers from top companies.
Sector Distribution: Core technical roles dominated placements, followed by IT and consulting sectors.
Salary Trends: Median salary packages exceeded ₹20 LPA, with international offers crossing the ₹1 crore mark.
The institute’s robust curriculum and strong industry connections have contributed to its sustained success, positioning it as a leader among IITs this year.
Placement Rate: A total of 1,200 offers were made during Phase 1 of placements, with 1,150 students placed, reflecting stable performance compared to previous years.
Sector-Wise Breakdown: Core technical roles accounted for 36.6%, followed by IT (20.7%) and analytics (10.9%).
International Offers: Over 50 international offers were made by companies from regions like Japan, UAE, and the United States.
Placement Rate: Over 80% of BTech/Dual Degree students and 75% of Master's students secured placements.
Salary Trends: Median salary stood at ₹19.6 LPA, while the average was ₹22 LPA.
Start-Up Offers: 85 startups made 183 offers during Phase I and II of placements.
Economic uncertainties and shifting industry demands have impacted placement rates at several IITs. Companies have reduced hiring in certain sectors like analytics and consulting, leading to fewer opportunities for graduates.
While most IITs have seen a dip in BTech placements this year, IIT Varanasi stands out as a beacon of success in the face of challenges. Its ability to adapt to changing industry demands and maintain high placement rates underscores its reputation as one of India’s top engineering institutions.
