NIT Rourkela has announced stellar placement results for the 2025-26 session, securing 1,340 job offers with a staggering peak package of ₹1.31 crore per annum.

  • Total of 1,340 on-campus placement offers and 364 six-month internship offers recorded.
  • Highest CTC for BTech students reached an impressive ₹1.31 crore per annum.
  • CSE students secured a top package of ₹83.60 lakh per annum.
  • 374 recruiters participated, with nearly 50% being first-time recruiters.

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has officially released its placement report for the 2025-26 academic session, showcasing a period of exceptional growth and achievement. The institute reported a massive 1,340 on-campus placement offers and 364 six-month internship offers, underscoring the growing demand for its graduates in the global job market.

In a landmark achievement for the institution, BTech students recorded a highest Cost to Company (CTC) of ₹1.31 crore per annum. The Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) department also saw significant success, with its top offer standing at ₹83.60 lakh per annum. On an aggregate level, BTech students maintained a healthy average CTC of ₹15.33 lakh, with a median CTC of ₹12.50 lakh.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the diversification of recruiters—ranging from IT services to manufacturing and BFSI—indicates that NIT Rourkela students possess versatile skills applicable across various industrial sectors. The high placement rate in core branches like Mechanical and Electrical engineering proves that the institute remains a powerhouse for fundamental engineering talent.

The surge in high-value placement packages at NIT Rourkela highlights the critical importance of specialized technical training in the modern digital economy.

The placement success extended across various disciplines. Six core branches, including Biomedical, Chemical, and Computer Science Engineering, achieved a remarkable placement rate of 95.47%. Furthermore, branches such as Biotechnology, Civil, and Electronics recorded placement rates exceeding 90%, ensuring high employability for the vast majority of the cohort.

Postgraduate students also performed exceptionally well. The MTech programme recorded a highest CTC of ₹46.38 lakh per annum, offered to a student from the Computer Science and Engineering department. The average CTC for MTech students stood at ₹11.90 lakh, reflecting the specialized value of advanced technical expertise.

Historical Background

As one of India's premier technical institutions, NIT Rourkela has consistently played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's engineering landscape. Over the years, it has transitioned from a regional center of excellence to a global destination for recruitment by giants like Tata Steel, Reliance Industries, and Deloitte.

Degree LevelHighest CTC (per annum)Average CTC (per annum)
BTech₹1.31 Crore₹15.33 Lakh
MTech₹46.38 Lakh₹11.90 Lakh
Did You Know?: The Software and IT Services sector was the biggest recruiter, accounting for 17.79% of the participating companies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What was the highest internship stipend offered?
Answer: The highest summer internship stipend offered to pre-final-year students was ₹1.50 lakh per month.

Question 2: Which companies participated in the drive?
Answer: Major recruiters included Aditya Birla Group, JSW Group, L&T, Tata Motors, and Accenture, among others.