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Top Colleges See Stronger Hiring & Higher Salaries
22 Nov
Summary
- Campus hiring is steady to stronger for the Class of 2026.
- Core engineering and semiconductors drive demand; IT hiring is slow.
- Top offers exceed last year's levels, with some over ₹1 crore.
Recruitment at leading engineering campuses, including BITS Pilani and several NITs, indicates a positive trend for the Class of 2026. Institutes report increased recruiter participation and a rise in pre-placement offers, bolstering the placement season. Demand is particularly strong in core engineering, electronics, semiconductors, banking, and consulting sectors.
Despite a slowdown in IT hiring, the overall placement momentum remains high. Institutions are observing steady to improved hiring figures compared to the previous year. Average and median salaries have seen an increase, with top offers reaching unprecedented levels, including some exceeding ₹1 crore, and international placements also noted.
Key sectors like semiconductors and banking are driving this growth, partly due to new data centers in India and advancements in electronics. While IT firms face challenges from AI and economic factors, other industries are expanding their recruitment. This dynamic hiring landscape highlights a shifting demand in the job market for engineering graduates.
