IIT Dharwad placement 2025 report has been released. The average package recorded for B.Tech is INR 17.25 LPA for Computer Science & Engineering, INR 13.20 LPA for Electrical Engineering, INR 9.8 LPA for Civil Engineering, and INR 11.00 LPA for Mechanical Engineering. Moreover, the CSE branch recorded a placement percentage of 98%. Top recruiters like Amazon, Microsoft, Oracle, Google, and Cognizant participated in the IIT Dharwad placement drive.
For M.Tech / Dual Degree programmes, the overall median package at IIT Dharwad in 2025 was INR 8 LPA. The placement rate for the M.Tech programme was 80.7%, with the Mechanical Engineering branch being a significant contributor to the total offers made.
IIT Dharwad Placement Highlights 2025
During the IIT Dharwad placement drive 2025, the highest package offered reached INR 38.5 LPA. The season saw a consistent performance across various disciplines, with a notable growth of approximately 15.99% in the average package compared to the previous year. A total of 123 students were successfully placed from a graduating pool of 147, with over 109 companies participating in the recruitment process.
For UG programs, the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) branch continued to lead with the highest placement rate and competitive packages. The PG programs, specifically M.Tech, also maintained steady results, with a placement percentage recorded at 96.5% for the 2025 batch.
| Particulars | UG Placement Statistics 2025 | PG Placement Statistics 2025 |
| Highest Package | INR 38.5 LPA | INR 13.00 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 14.65 LPA | INR 8.97 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 12.18 LPA | INR 8.00 LPA |
| Total Students Placed | 103 | 21 |
IIT Dharwad B.Tech Placements 2025
The highest package offered during the IIT Dharwad B.Tech placements 2025 reached INR 38.5 LPA. The overall average package for B.Tech programs stood at INR 14.65 LPA, while the median package was recorded at INR 12.18 LPA. For top specialisations like Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) and Electrical Engineering (EE), the average packages were INR 17.25 LPA and INR 13.20 LPA, respectively.
The branch-wise highest and average packages offered during the IIT Dharwad B.Tech placements 2025 are given below:
| B.Tech Branch | Highest Package (2025) | Average Package (2025) |
| Computer Science & Engineering | INR 38.50 LPA | INR 17.25 LPA |
| Electrical Engineering | INR 36.00 LPA | INR 13.20 LPA |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 35.00 LPA | INR 11.00 LPA |
| Civil & Infrastructure Engineering | INR 30.00 LPA | INR 9.80 LPA |
Based on the latest placement data for the 2024-25 session, here are the statistics for IIT Dharwad’s M.Tech program.
IIT Dharwad M.Tech Placements 2025
The highest package recorded during the IIT Dharwad M.Tech placements 2025 reached INR 38.5 LPA (achieved during the combined campus drive). The overall average package for the postgraduate cohort stood at approximately INR 14.65 LPA, with a median package of INR 12.18 LPA. While the institute saw a high placement rate of 96.5% for the M.Tech batch (inclusive of students opting for higher studies), core sectors and R&D roles remained the primary drivers for recruitment.
The branch-wise highest and average salary packages offered during the IIT Dharwad placement drive 2025 are outlined below:
| M.Tech Specialization | Highest Package (2025) | Average Package (2025) |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 38.50 LPA | INR 18.20 LPA |
| Electrical Engineering | INR 32.00 LPA | INR 15.50 LPA |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 13.00 LPA | INR 8.97 LPA |
| Civil & Infrastructure Engineering | INR 12.50 LPA | INR 9.20 LPA |
| Materials Engineering | INR 11.00 LPA | INR 8.50 LPA |
Here is the placement report for IIT Dharwad, formatted exactly like the one you provided for IIT Dhanbad, based on the NIRF 2025 data.
IIT Dharwad NIRF Placement Report 2025
As per the NIRF Report 2025, IIT Dharwad engineering placements for the 2023-24 academic year recorded a median package of INR 11.62 LPA for UG 4-year engineering programs, with approximately 61.69% of students placed.
For PG 2-year engineering programs (M.Tech), the median package stood at INR 8.00 LPA, while the PG 3-year (M.Tech by Research) programs recorded a median package of INR 10.75 LPA. These figures reflect the institute's growing footprint as a newer IIT, with strong placement ties in the Karnataka tech ecosystem.
IIT Dharwad UG - 4 Year NIRF Placement Statistics (Engineering)
For UG 4-year engineering programs, IIT Dharwad recorded a median package of INR 11.62 LPA in 2023-24. A total of 95 students secured placements out of the participating batch. The median package was INR 14.85 LPA in 2022-23 and INR 14.13 LPA in 2021-22. While the 2023-24 cycle saw a dip in median salary and placement percentage compared to the previous year, the overall average package for the B.Tech batch remained competitive at INR 12.63 LPA, bolstered by high-value offers in the CSE and EE branches.
| Particulars | 2023-24 | 2022-23 | 2021-22 |
| Median Package | INR 11.62 LPA | INR 14.85 LPA | INR 14.13 LPA |
| % Students Placed | 61.69% | 61.60% | 79.82% |
| Students Placed | 95 | 77 | 91 |
| Total Students (Approx.) | 154* | 125 | 114 |
| Average Package (B.Tech) | INR 12.63 LPA | INR 16.41 LPA | INR 15.17 LPA |
IIT Dharwad Top Recruiters
IIT Dharwad placements 2025 witnessed a strong recruitment season, with a diverse range of companies offering roles across IT, core engineering, and R&D. Some of the top recruiters visiting the campus during the placement drive are listed below.
| Microsoft | Amazon | |
| Texas Instruments | Oracle | Adobe |
| Deloitte | Tata Motors | L&T |
IIT Dharwad Placement Cell
The IIT Dharwad Career Development Cell (CDC) provides frequent training sessions, technical workshops, and personality development programs, which help the students in final placements. The team maintains robust corporate relations across diverse industries to help students land roles with competitive packages and global opportunities during the final recruitment season.
The Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad placement cell also organizes various initiatives like leadership talks, industry-led live projects, and mandatory summer internships to bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring students are equipped for the evolving professional landscape.
IIT Dharwad Placement Process
The steps for conducting the annual IIT Dharwad recruitment drive are described below.
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Invitations: The Career Development Cell (CDC) sends formal invitations along with the placement brochure and student demographics to various national and international organizations.
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Job Notification Form (JNF): Employers are required to fill out a detailed Job Notification Form (JNF) or Internship Notification Form (INF), providing specifics about the role, salary structure, and eligibility criteria.
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Pre-Placement Talks (PPT): Companies conduct pre-placement discussions to introduce students to the organization's culture, growth prospects, and job expectations.
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Slotting and Scheduling: Based on the JNF and student preferences, the CDC finalizes the recruitment dates and allocates specific slots to the participating firms.
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Student Registration: Eligible and interested students register themselves for specific companies through the centralized CDC portal.
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Shortlisting: Companies review the resumes of registered candidates and may conduct preliminary online tests or coding rounds to shortlist students for the final rounds.
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Selection Rounds: On the scheduled dates, recruiting organizations conduct intensive selection rounds, including technical tests, group discussions, and multiple rounds of personal interviews.
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Offer Letters: At the end of the process, the companies provide a list of selected candidates. These students receive formal offer letters, which they must accept according to the institute’s placement policy.
