IIT Kanpur Records 1,109 Offers During Phase-1 Of 2024-25 Placement Season
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has concluded Phase-1 of its 2024-25 placement season on a remarkable note. Conducted from 1 to 15 December, the session witnessed a total of 1,109 job offers, of which 1,035 were accepted by students.
These include both campus placements and Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), underscoring the outstanding calibre of IIT Kanpur’s graduating class.
A key highlight of this phase was the 28 international offers secured by students, marking a 27% rise compared to the previous year. This growth reflects the increasing global demand for IIT Kanpur’s talent pool. Core industries witnessed a notable surge in placements, driven by heightened interest among students.
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) also played a significant role, with BPCL emerging as the top recruiter in this category.
The placement session saw participation from over 250 companies across a diverse range of sectors. Top recruiters included global giants such as Microsoft, Google, Oracle, Qualcomm, Intel, and Texas Instruments, alongside prominent domestic firms like Reliance, NPCI, and Meesho.
Other key names included Deutsche Bank, American Express, FedEx, SLB, Meril Life, and Cars24, showcasing the broad appeal of IIT Kanpur’s graduates.
Prof. Manindra Agrawal, Director of IIT Kanpur, expressed pride in the achievements of the students. “The significant number of offers, including international opportunities, is a testament to the quality training and education provided at IIT Kanpur. I extend my congratulations to all placed students and my gratitude to our recruiters for their trust in our talent. I also commend the dedicated efforts of the Students’ Placement Office (SPO).”
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Prof. Raju Kumar Gupta, Chairperson of the SPO, attributed the success to collective efforts. “Phase-1 has demonstrated a substantial rise in offers across core industries and international placements. We look forward to continuing this momentum during Phase-2, set to begin in mid-January 2025. Our gratitude goes out to recruiters and alumni for their unwavering support.”
This milestone underscores IIT Kanpur’s commitment to fostering academic and professional excellence. The Institute now looks forward to Phase-2 of placements, confident of further success.
Established in 1959, IIT Kanpur is a premier institution recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Spanning 1,050 acres, the campus houses 19 departments, 26 centres, and multiple interdisciplinary programs, offering world-class education in engineering, science, design, humanities, and management.
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With over 590 faculty members and 9,500 students, IIT Kanpur remains a leader in research, innovation, and academic rigour.
