IIT Kanpur has kicked off the 2025–26 placement season with its strongest-ever start, recording 672 job offers on Day 1, a 16% rise from last year. The impressive opening reflects the growing industry confidence in IITK’s talent pool and the institute’s expanding recruiter network.
Day 1 Highlights
A total of 627 students secured placements on the first day, supported by 253 pre-placement offers (PPOs), a 27% increase from the previous year. The global reach of IIT Kanpur graduates was also evident, with nine students receiving international offers.
More than 250 companies participated, including leading names such as Accenture, BlackRock, HSBC, SAP, Airbus, PwC, Qualcomm, Deutsche Bank, and Navi, reflecting strong industry interest across sectors.
Industry Outlook Brightens
The Students’ Placement Office noted that the surge in offers comes from consistent student performance, robust academic training, and long-standing corporate partnerships. The strong turnout from recruiters signals rising demand for IIT Kanpur graduates in domestic and global markets.
With several more companies scheduled in the coming weeks, IIT Kanpur expects the momentum to continue. The institute says the exceptional Day-1 performance sets the tone for a highly promising placement season, with more opportunities anticipated as the drives progress.
