BITS Pilani Reports Robust 2025 Placement Outcomes Despite Challenging Market Conditions
08th August, 2025: BITS Pilani, an Institute of Eminence, has announced its placement data for the 2025 graduating batch. As of July end, the institute recorded an 80.08% placement rate – a 11% increase compared to the same time last year – reflecting steady demand for its graduates and the institute’s ability to respond to a changing job market.
The current placement cycle across campuses in India has seen a mixed outlook, with continued softness in IT services and startup hiring, while roles in quantitative trading, core engineering, consulting, and research-led domains have remained strong. BITS Pilani’s outcomes this year align with these trends.
The median salary for the 2025 batch rose by 14% to ₹19.4 lakhs per annum, compared to ₹17 lakhs the previous year. The average salary stands at ₹22 lakhs per annum, and the highest domestic offer recorded a 44% increase driven by demand in specialized areas such as algorithmic trading and electronics design.
Speaking on the achievement, Prof Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor, BITS Pilani said, “Campus hiring this year has been shaped by sharper sector preferences. While large-scale IT recruitment slowed, we saw strong demand in areas like trading, consulting, core engineering, and R&D. The outcomes reflect our students’ ability to adapt to evolving market needs and the trust that employers continue to place in our programs, especially at a time when overall hiring sentiment remains cautious.”
BITS Pilani’s six-month Practice School internship model continued to play a key role in driving pre-placement offers, with over 500 organizations participating in the placement process. Hiring came from a wide range of sectors and companies, including Tower Research, Quadeye, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, BCG, and Kearney. While IT services hiring remained limited, demand was steady in investment banking and electronics, with firms such as Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, and Micron contributing to placements.
G. Balasubramanian, Chief Placement Officer, BITS Pilani-India & Dubai added, “Despite challenging market conditions, BITS Pilani has demonstrated resilience and adaptability with significant development in our placement 2025. This success reflects the institute’s focus on equipping students with industry-relevant skills, fostering innovation, and maintaining strong relationships with recruiters across diverse sectors. From cutting-edge roles in AI, ML, and quantitative trading to opportunities in core engineering and R&D, our graduates continue to meet the evolving demands of the job market. The steady participation of top recruiters and the encouraging uptake of PhD scholars further highlight the trust employers place in the BITS Pilani talent pool.”
One of the key developments this year was the placement of nearly 100 PhD scholars across BITS Pilani’s Indian campuses. Of these, 42 received offers in industry roles, whileq 58 joined academic institutions. Companies such as Saint-Gobain, Cipla, Tech Mahindra, and Granules offered R&D positions, reflecting increased industry interest in deep research capabilities.
The placement cycle for the 2025 batch is still ongoing and will continue through the coming weeks. Meanwhile, preparations for the Class of 2026 are already underway. Based on early engagement, the institute expects continued interest from core, consulting, and high-skill technology sectors in the upcoming season.