Placements
Placement Statistics (Last 5 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | INR 15 LPA | INR 7.5 LPA | INR 7 LPA | 92% | 85 |
| 2023 | INR 14.5 LPA | INR 7.2 LPA | INR 6.8 LPA | 90% | 80 |
| 2022 | INR 13.5 LPA | INR 6.8 LPA | INR 6.5 LPA | 88% | 75 |
| 2021 | INR 13 LPA | INR 6.5 LPA | INR 6.2 LPA | 87% | 70 |
| 2020 | INR 12 LPA | INR 6.0 LPA | INR 5.8 LPA | 85% | 65 |
Top Recruiting Companies
- Tesla
- Boeing
- General Motors
- Rolls-Royce
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
- Siemens
- Tata Motors
- Infosys
- Wipro
- Honeywell
- ABB
- Hyundai Motor Company
- Airbus
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Microsoft
- Reliance Industries
- BHEL
- NTPC
- Caterpillar Inc.
Sector-wise Analysis
The career landscape for mechanical engineering graduates is diverse and robust. The primary sectors include IT/Software, Core Engineering, Finance, Consulting, Analytics, and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). Graduates often find roles such as SDE-1, Analyst, Quant Researcher, Product Designer, Automation Engineer, and Systems Analyst.
IT/Software Sector
Many mechanical engineers transition into software roles in companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Infosys. These roles often involve automation, data analysis, and product development using tools like MATLAB, Python, and C++.
Core Engineering Sector
Core engineering companies such as Boeing, Tesla, General Motors, and Rolls-Royce offer positions in design, manufacturing, R&D, and systems integration. These roles typically require strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of mechanical principles.
Finance and Consulting
In finance and consulting firms, mechanical engineers often work on risk modeling, project valuation, and optimization strategies for industrial projects. Roles such as Financial Analyst, Strategy Consultant, and Business Development Executive are common.
PSUs
Public sector undertakings like BHEL, NTPC, IOCL, and DRDO offer stable career paths with job security and benefits. Graduates often appear in competitive exams like UPSC Civil Services Examination or PSU recruitment drives for positions in design, maintenance, and research.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in the third year and extends through the summer months. Companies like Tesla, Siemens, and Tata Motors offer internships to students based on academic performance and aptitude tests. Historical stipend data shows that students typically receive between INR 30,000 and INR 60,000 per month during their internships.