List of NITs in India

The National Institute of Technology (NIT), one of India's top technological institutions, has drawn students from a range of undergraduate and graduate subjects due to its stellar placement outcomes for B.Tech  and M.Tech graduates.

NIT reports that during its placement drive, the university achieved a perfect placement score of 100% for both its undergraduate and graduate programs. For the benefit of all the interested students, NITs' official placement statistics are basically published on each institution's website.

The prestigious placement sessions for the final year students at the major NITs in India begin in August and September. The placement of the drive typically starts for students from the previous year and lasts through February each year.

Top domestic and international companies like Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Credence, QuadEye Security, Lowe's, Wissen, Nokia, Ashok Leyland, Incture, PharmEasy, Cartesian Consulting, IBM, Cisco, ATCS, Toshiba, Amazon, Arcesium, SAP, Qualcomm, Oracle, AppDynamics, etc. visited the NIT campuses to hire engineering graduates for a range of positions.

List of NITs in India

Below is a table of NITs in India with sample JEE Main closing rank cut-offs for CSE (General, All-India quota) for the last 3 admission years (2023, 2024, 2025). Closing rank here means the approximate final round (Round 6) closing rank for Computer Science & Engineering based on JoSAA data/trends. Note that cut-offs vary by branch, category and state quota — these are representative ranges for General category AI quota only:

List of Top 10 NITs and Their Average Package

According to the information provided by NITs, during the institute's placement session last year, several recruiters provided with high-wage packages to UG and PG candidates. The table below shows the list of top 10 NITs in India and their specific average and maximum domestic packages provided to the NIT students.

NITs Placement Procedure

The placement procedure at the National Institutes of Technology (NITs) in India typically involves several steps and follows a structured process. Here is a general overview of the NIT placements procedure:

1. Pre-Placement Talks (PPTs): Companies interested in recruiting from NITs conduct pre-placement talks to introduce themselves, their work culture, job profiles, and other relevant information to the students. These talks help students understand the companies and make informed decisions about applying for placements.
2. Registration: Interested students register for the placement process by submitting their resumes or filling out application forms provided by the respective training and placement cells (TPCs) of their NITs. The TPCs act as intermediaries between the students and the companies.
3. Eligibility Criteria: Companies set specific eligibility criteria for their job profiles, such as minimum academic requirements (usually a minimum CGPA or percentage), specific branch or specialization requirements, and sometimes additional criteria like specific skill sets or experience.
4. Resume Shortlisting: After the registration process, companies shortlist candidates based on their resumes or application forms. Shortlisted students are then notified about further selection rounds.
5. Written Tests: Some companies may conduct written tests to assess the technical and aptitude skills of the shortlisted candidates. The tests may cover subjects like technical knowledge, logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and verbal ability.
6. Group Discussion (GD) or Group Activity: Some companies organize group discussions or group activities to evaluate the candidates' communication skills, teamwork, leadership qualities, and problem-solving abilities. Topics for group discussions are typically related to current affairs, business scenarios, or technical subjects.
7. Technical and HR Interviews: Shortlisted candidates go through technical interviews, where they are assessed based on their subject knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and technical skills. This is followed by HR interviews to evaluate the candidate's interpersonal skills, attitude, and overall fit within the company culture.
8. Job Offers: Companies select candidates based on their performance in the various rounds of assessments. Successful candidates are given job offers, which include details such as the job profile, salary package, location, and other terms and conditions.
9. Acceptance and Joining: Students who receive job offers have the option to accept or reject them. Upon acceptance, they join the respective companies as per the mutually agreed terms.

It's important to note that the exact placement procedure may vary slightly between different NITs and companies. The TPCs of each NIT play a crucial role in coordinating and facilitating the entire placement process, ensuring a smooth experience for both the students and the recruiting companies.

List of Recruiters for Top 10 NITs

So, given below is the list of top 10 NITs and their top recruiters.