Placement Statistics Overview
The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing has consistently demonstrated outstanding placement outcomes for its graduates, with an average annual placement rate of over 90%. The institute's alumni have secured positions in top-tier organizations both nationally and internationally. For instance, in the most recent academic year, 92% of students were placed, with an average package of ₹8 lakh and a highest package of ₹15 lakh.
| Year | Highest Package (₹) | Average Package (₹) | Median Package (₹) | Placement % | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15,00,000 | 8,00,000 | 7,50,000 | 92% | 42 |
| 2022 | 14,50,000 | 7,80,000 | 7,20,000 | 91% | 38 |
| 2021 | 13,50,000 | 7,50,000 | 7,00,000 | 90% | 34 |
| 2020 | 12,50,000 | 7,20,000 | 6,80,000 | 89% | 30 |
| 2019 | 11,50,000 | 6,90,000 | 6,50,000 | 87% | 28 |
The placement process at IIRS is highly competitive yet inclusive. Students undergo a rigorous selection process involving technical interviews, aptitude tests, and group discussions. The institute’s strong industry connections ensure that companies from multiple sectors come to recruit students directly.
Top Recruiting Companies
- Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO): Offers roles in satellite operations, mission planning, data processing, and research.
- National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC): Provides positions in remote sensing applications, GIS mapping, and environmental monitoring.
- Esri: Hires for GIS analyst, spatial data engineer, and software developer roles.
- Planet Labs: Recruiting for satellite image analysts and geospatial data scientists.
- Maxar Technologies: Offers jobs in satellite imagery processing, machine learning, and spatial analytics.
- Airbus Defence and Space: Engages students for roles in satellite design, signal processing, and Earth observation missions.
- DigitalGlobe: Provides opportunities in geospatial data analysis and remote sensing applications.
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS): Offers consulting and implementation roles related to GIS and spatial analytics.
- Infosys: Recruits for software development, data science, and automation roles in geospatial domains.
- Wipro: Hiring for GIS engineers, satellite data analysts, and enterprise-level solutions architects.
- Microsoft: Engages students for AI-driven spatial analytics, cloud-based mapping services, and developer roles.
- Google: Offers positions in geospatial AI, satellite image processing, and mapping platform development.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS): Seeks data scientists and engineers to work on satellite imagery and GIS platforms.
- Cognizant: Recruits for enterprise-level geospatial solutions and cloud-based data analytics.
- Tech Mahindra: Provides opportunities in remote sensing, GIS, and satellite-based data processing.
Sector-wise Analysis
The geospatial sector has seen a rapid expansion in recent years, driven by digital transformation, urbanization, and climate change mitigation efforts. Graduates of IIRS are particularly sought after in the following sectors:
- Information Technology (IT): IT companies increasingly require professionals who understand spatial data, GIS, and satellite technologies for enterprise solutions.
- Core Industries: The mining, oil & gas, and construction industries utilize remote sensing for resource mapping, site planning, and environmental impact assessments.
- Finance: Investment firms analyze geospatial data to assess risks, monitor real estate markets, and evaluate infrastructure projects.
- Government & Public Sector: Government agencies across ministries like Ministry of Earth Sciences, Ministry of Environment, and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) rely heavily on IIRS alumni for decision-making processes.
- Consulting Firms: Top consulting firms in urban planning, environmental impact assessment, and sustainability hire graduates for specialized projects involving spatial analysis.