The Students’ Placement Office (SPO) at IIT Kanpur has successfully concluded Phase I of the campus placements for the 2025–26 graduating batch. Continuing last year’s flexible approach, the recruitment process was conducted in on-campus, virtual, and hybrid modes to maximize accessibility for both recruiters and students.
This initial phase witnessed strong participation from over 250 organizations across diverse sectors, resulting in a total of 1,202 offers. Of these, 1,079 offers were accepted by students, including Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs).
A notable highlight of the season was the selection of 15 students for international roles with companies based in Europe, Japan, Korea, and the United States. The institute expects further expansion of global opportunities in Phase II of placements, scheduled to commence in mid-January 2026.
The phase saw participation from leading national and international companies such as Accenture, Airbus, American Express, BlackRock, Boeing, Databricks, Deutsche Bank, ICICI Bank, Mastercard, Meesho, Navi, PwC, Qualcomm, Samsung, InMobi, and Square Point Capital, among others. Several Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), including BPCL, BEL, MIDHANI, and EIL, also actively took part in the recruitment process.
Commenting on the successful completion of Phase I, Prof Manindra Agrawal, Director, IIT Kanpur, said, “The successful 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 organisations in India and abroad. I commend the Students’ Placement Office for efficiently managing a flexible and inclusive placement process. We remain committed to nurturing talent capable of contributing meaningfully to both national and global growth.”
Prof Ashwani Kumar Thakur, Chairperson, SPO, IIT Kanpur, added, “We sincerely thank all participating recruiters for their continued support and confidence in the talent pool at IIT Kanpur. Their partnership plays a vital role in shaping the professional journeys of our students. As the placement season progresses, the SPO remains dedicated to guiding students toward promising and sustainable career paths.”
Prof Manjesh Kumar Singh, Vice-Chairperson, SPO, IIT Kanpur, stated, “The achievements witnessed this season are the result of the collective efforts of the entire SPO team and the unwavering support of our faculty. Our recruiting partners continue to play a crucial role in nurturing the aspirations of our students, and we are deeply grateful for this enduring collaboration.”
Building on the success of Phase I, IIT Kanpur looks forward to an even more productive Phase II, beginning next month, to provide further opportunities for the remaining students.