Placements
Overview of Placement Statistics (2020-2025)
API Coimbatore has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance in campus placements, with a strong track record of securing high-paying positions for its graduates. Over the past five years, the institute has maintained an average placement rate of over 90%, reflecting its commitment to industry relevance and student readiness.
Placement Data Table (2020-2025)
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Rate (%) | PPOs Offered | Total Placed Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,000,000 | 420,000 | 380,000 | 90.5 | 65 | 750 |
| 2021 | 1,100,000 | 440,000 | 400,000 | 91.2 | 72 | 780 |
| 2022 | 1,150,000 | 460,000 | 420,000 | 92.0 | 80 | 800 |
| 2023 | 1,200,000 | 480,000 | 440,000 | 92.5 | 85 | 820 |
| 2024 | 1,200,000 | 490,000 | 450,000 | 93.0 | 90 | 840 |
| 2025 | 1,200,000 | 500,000 | 460,000 | 93.5 | 95 | 860 |
Top Recruiting Companies (2025)
The recruitment landscape at API Coimbatore is dominated by a mix of global giants and emerging leaders in technology, engineering, and business. Below are the top 25 companies that have actively recruited from the institute:
- Google: Offers roles in software engineering, data science, and AI research.
- Microsoft: Provides positions in cloud computing, machine learning, and enterprise software development.
- Amazon: Recruits for software development engineer roles, data analytics, and logistics optimization.
- Oracle: Offers positions in database management, cloud infrastructure, and application development.
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS): Provides roles in IT consulting, digital transformation, and enterprise systems.
- Infosys: Recruits for software development, automation engineering, and business intelligence.
- Wipro: Offers opportunities in software engineering, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
- Cognizant: Provides roles in data analytics, digital transformation, and AI integration.
- Accenture: Recruits for management consulting, technology services, and digital innovation.
- Capgemini: Offers positions in software engineering, infrastructure management, and business process outsourcing.
- Deloitte: Provides roles in IT consulting, cybersecurity, and financial analytics.
- HCL Technologies: Recruits for software development, automation, and cloud-based solutions.
- IBM: Offers positions in artificial intelligence, data science, and enterprise systems.
- Tech Mahindra: Provides roles in digital transformation, cloud computing, and AI-driven services.
- Mindtree: Recruits for software engineering, automation, and business process consulting.
- Zoho Corporation: Offers opportunities in software development, cloud platforms, and enterprise solutions.
- SAP Labs: Provides roles in enterprise resource planning, data analytics, and business intelligence.
- Salesforce: Recruits for CRM development, cloud computing, and customer engagement systems.
- Adobe Systems: Offers positions in software engineering, UI/UX design, and digital marketing platforms.
- Visa Inc.: Provides roles in fintech, cybersecurity, and payment processing systems.
- Flipkart: Recruits for e-commerce platform development, data analytics, and logistics optimization.
- PayPal: Offers positions in software engineering, fraud detection, and financial systems.
- NVIDIA: Provides roles in AI hardware, GPU computing, and machine learning frameworks.
- Qualcomm: Recruits for mobile technology development, semiconductor design, and wireless communications.
- Siemens: Offers positions in industrial automation, smart grid technologies, and digital transformation.
Sector-wise Analysis of Placements
The placement trends at API Coimbatore reflect the growing demand for skilled engineers across various sectors. Below is a sector-wise breakdown of job profiles offered to students:
Information Technology (IT)
IT remains the largest employer sector, with over 60% of placements falling into this category. The roles include software engineering, data science, cloud computing, and AI development. Companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle are major recruiters in this field.
Core Engineering
Graduates also find opportunities in core engineering firms such as Siemens, Qualcomm, and NVIDIA. These roles typically involve hardware design, embedded systems, semiconductor engineering, and automation technologies.
Finance & Fintech
The finance sector has seen increased recruitment, particularly from companies like Visa Inc., PayPal, and Deloitte. Roles include financial analytics, risk management, and payment processing systems.
Consulting & Services
Firms such as Accenture, Capgemini, and McKinsey & Company offer consulting roles that require analytical and problem-solving skills developed during engineering education.
R&D Organizations
Organizations like ISRO, DRDO, and BARC provide research positions for students with strong academic backgrounds in core engineering disciplines. These roles often involve space technology, defense systems, and nuclear energy.
Startups & Innovation Hubs
API Coimbatore's emphasis on entrepreneurship has led to an increasing number of graduates joining startups or founding their own ventures. Notable success stories include alumni who have launched AI-focused companies and renewable energy startups.
Industry Collaboration and Internship Programs
The institute maintains strong relationships with industry partners, which enhance the placement experience through:
- Internship programs that provide real-world exposure to students before graduation
- Guest lectures by industry experts from top firms
- Workshops and certification programs offered in collaboration with companies like Microsoft, Oracle, and AWS
- On-campus recruitment drives conducted by leading organizations
These initiatives not only improve employability but also help students develop practical skills that align with industry expectations.