Survival Guide.
How are placements at NIT Jalandhar?
Placement season for 2026 is still ongoing. The statistics and company data listed on this page are preliminary and may change as the placement season progresses. Final figures will be updated once the official placement process concludes.
Placement Overview (2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Offers | 923 |
| Unique Placements | 762 |
| Placement Percentage | 85.52% |
| Average CTC | 11.05 LPA |
| Median CTC | 9.31 LPA |
| Highest CTC | 116 LPA |
| Companies Visited | 349 |
Branch-wise Placement Statistics (2026)
| Branch | Placement % | Average CTC | Highest CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 98.48% | 17.24 LPA | 52 LPA |
| IT | 82.52% | 14.33 LPA | 52 LPA |
| ECE | 73.53% | 14.20 LPA | 52 LPA |
| EE | 81.13% | 11.94 LPA | 52 LPA |
| ICE | 94.79% | 10.99 LPA | 52 LPA |
| Chemical | 85.14% | 10.16 LPA | 116 LPA |
| IPE | 84.51% | 9.07 LPA | 21 LPA |
| Mechanical | 95.00% | 8.31 LPA | 20.45 LPA |
| Civil | 66.67% | 7.40 LPA | 15.5 LPA |
| Biotechnology | 58.06% | 7.46 LPA | 14 LPA |
| Textile | 94.74% | 6.34 LPA | 17 LPA |
Can students from non-CS branches sit for tech placements?
Yes.
Many software and analytics companies allow students from branches other than CSE and IT. Eligibility depends entirely on the company.
| Branch | Tech Opportunities |
|---|---|
| CSE / IT / AI / DSE | Almost all companies |
| ECE / EE / ICE | Many companies |
| Mechanical / Chemical | Some companies |
| Civil / Biotech / Textile | Limited but available |
Students from non-CS branches regularly secure placements in software, analytics, and consulting roles through strong DSA, development skills, projects, and internships.
Some Notable Companies Visiting NITJ
Software & Product
- Microsoft
- Amazon
- Oracle
- Cisco
- Expedia
- MAQ Software
- Samsung SRI
- HSBC Technology
- Innovaccer
- GlobalLogic
Core Engineering
- Tata Steel
- BPCL
- HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited
- BEL
- Honeywell
- Reliance Industries
- Maruti Suzuki
- Honda Cars
- Aditya Birla
- Nayara Energy
- Jindal Steel
Consulting, Analytics & Others
- Accenture
- Optum
- FNZ
- ICICI Bank
- Urban Company
- Meesho
Recent Placement Season Highlights
Recent placement drives included companies such as IBM, Airtel, Accenture, Samsung SRI, Infosys, Fidelity International, BPCL, Tata Steel, BEL, NPCI, UST, Delhivery, Reliance, Aditya Birla, Maruti Suzuki, Honda Cars, Honeywell, Oracle, Microsoft, Amazon, and many more.
For complete schedules, interview dates, eligibility criteria, and recruitment timelines, see:
Company Visit Archives
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November 2025: https://github.com/Opensource-NITJ/AskNITJ/blob/main/assets/redditPosts/companies/company_visits_november_2025.md
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December 2025: https://github.com/Opensource-NITJ/AskNITJ/blob/main/assets/redditPosts/companies/company_visits_december_2025.md
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January 2026: https://github.com/Opensource-NITJ/AskNITJ/blob/main/assets/redditPosts/companies/company_visits_january_2026.md
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February 2026: https://github.com/Opensource-NITJ/AskNITJ/blob/main/assets/redditPosts/companies/company_visits_february_2026.md
Detailed Placement Statistics
Branch-wise placement reports:
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Biotechnology: https://github.com/Opensource-NITJ/AskNITJ/blob/main/assets/redditPosts/placements/placements_2026_bio_technology.md
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Overall Statistics: https://github.com/Opensource-NITJ/AskNITJ/blob/main/assets/redditPosts/placements/placements_overview_2026.md
Placement outcomes depend on many factors including branch, CGPA, skills, internships, projects, communication skills, and market conditions. The statistics above are historical data and should not be considered guarantees for future batches.