IIT Hyderabad Placements 2025-26: Highest Package Hits ₹2.5 Crore; Average Salary Reaches ₹36 LPA
The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) has shared its placement statistics for the 2025-26 academic year.
The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) has shared its placement statistics for the 2025-26 academic year. These numbers are from the first part of the placement season.The Office of Career Services (OCS) made the data available on their website at ocs.iith.ac.in. About 62% of the students who registered got job offers in the first phase. The highest salary offered internationally was Rs 2.5 crore per year. The highest domestic salary was Rs 1.58 crore per year. The average salary for the first phase was Rs 36 lakh per year. The first phase saw a lot of companies coming to campus. The roles included software, product, quantitative, consulting, and core engineering. The increase in salaries shows a general trend across top IITs this year.
IIT Hyderabad Placements 2025-26 Key Highlights
The first phase had a big jump in salaries across different roles. The institute received 24 international offers this time. A total of 353 recruiters signed up for the current drive.
| Parameter | Phase 1 Figure |
|---|---|
| Placement rate (registered batch) | 62 percent |
| Average package | Rs 36 LPA |
| Highest international offer | Rs 2.5 crore per annum |
| Highest domestic offer | Rs 1.58 crore per annum |
| International offers made | 24 |
| Registered recruiters | 353 |
Branch Wise Performance in Phase 1
Circuit and computing branches led the placement chart this cycle. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) posted the strongest numbers. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Mathematics and Computing followed closely.
These three branches saw placement rates between 78 and 83 percent. Their average package stood at Rs 40 LPA in Phase 1. Core engineering branches expect wider hiring during Phase 2.
| Department | Phase 1 Placement Rate |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 78 to 83 percent |
| Artificial Intelligence | 78 to 83 percent |
| Mathematics and Computing | 78 to 83 percent |
How Do IIT Hyderabad 2025-26 Placements Compare With Past Years?
The average pay has jumped sharply this season. IIT Hyderabad has posted a 44 percent rise over the last cycle. The gap versus older top-tier IITs has narrowed further this year.
| Placement Year | Average Package |
|---|---|
| 2023-24 | Rs 22.5 LPA |
| 2024-25 | Rs 20.81 LPA |
| 2025-26 (Phase 1) | Rs 36 LPA |
Internship Offers for the 2027 Batch
The OCS also shared internship data for the 2027 batch. There were 279 internship offers this season.The highest monthly stipend was Rs 7.5 lakh. The strong internship pipeline shows that companies are still interested in hiring from this campus. Many of these summer internships could lead to full-time jobs in Phase 2.
How to Access the IIT Hyderabad 2025-26 Placement Brochure?
Recruiters and students can see the report on the OCS website. The full brochure is a PDF file on the website.Here are the steps to get the official document.
- Go to the OCS website at ocs.iith.ac.in.
- Click on the placement brochure link on the homepage.
- Download the PDF titled IITH_PB_26-27 for the latest data.
- Check the numbers by department and get details about the recruiters.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Keep the OCS portal at ocs.iith.ac.in bookmarked for updates on Phase 2.
- Download the official 2026-27 placement brochure to see the detailed breakdown of industries.
- Follow the OCS LinkedIn page for live updates about recruiters.
- JEE hopefuls should match their preferred branches with the placement figures.
- Current students should apply for internships in the top hiring sectors.
