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IIT Kanpur Placements 2025–26IIT Kanpur Placements 2025–26: IIT Kanpur has begun its 2025–26 placement season with a strong Day 1 performance, receiving 672 job offers—the highest in its history and a 16% rise from last year. The final count may increase as more results are processed. A major contributor to this success is the surge in Pre-Placement Offers, with 253 PPOs marking a 27% jump. This reflects strong internship performance and employer confidence. Additionally, 9 students received international offers, further strengthening the institute’s early placement achievements.
Industry participation has also been strong, with more than 250 companies visiting the campus so far. Leading recruiters such as BlackRock, Accenture, Airbus, PwC, HSBC, SAP, Navi, Qualcomm, and Deutsche Bank have taken part in the process, showcasing the high demand for IIT Kanpur graduates.
IIT Kanpur Placements 2025–26: Major Highlights of Day 1
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Find the major highlights for Day 1 of IIT Kanpur Placements 2025–26 in the following table.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Day 1 Job Offers | 672 (Highest ever) |
Growth Over Last Year | 16% increase |
Total PPOs | 253 |
PPO Growth | 27% rise |
Overseas Offers | 9 students |
Participating Companies | 250+ |
Scholarship for AIR < 100 | Rs 3 lakh annually (Bright Minds Scholarship) |
QS Sustainability Rank | Dropped from 245 to 310 |
Broader placement trends indicate that 19 out of 23 IITs witnessed better placement rates in 2024–25, and IIT Kanpur is among those showing recovery. However, experts note that current figures still fall short of the peak seen during the 2021–22 cycle. For prospective students, IIT Kanpur offers notable financial aid opportunities, including the Bright Minds Scholarship for candidates with a JEE Advanced rank under 100. The scholarship provides Rs 3 lakh annually, covering the full cost of undergraduate education.
Although IIT Kanpur saw a decline in the QS Sustainability Rankings 2026 from 245 to 310, it continues to be one of India’s top engineering institutions. Its strong placement opening reaffirms its academic strength and the industry readiness of its students.
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