IK Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU) in Jalandhar has demonstrated consistent growth in its placement outcomes, reflecting a positive trajectory for students across engineering and management programs. The university's placement cell actively cultivates industry partnerships to bridge academic learning with professional opportunities.
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IKGPTU Jalandhar-Placement Overview
| Branch/Course | Average Package (LPA) | Highest Package (LPA) | % Placed / No. Placed | College Average Placement (LPA) | Additional Info | Student Review on Placement Data |
| BTech | 3.5-4.5 | 12 | 70% | 3.5 | Lateral entry available | Placements vary by specialisation; core branches have better placement |
| BArch | 3-4 | 8 | 65% |
IKGPTU Jalandhar-Placement Trends and Performance
Undergraduate programs, particularly BTech, form the cornerstone of IKGPTU's placement success. The 2023 placement cycle saw 117 BTech students securing positions from a cohort of 264, marking a 44% placement rate a significant rise from 36% in 2022 and 24% in Median packages for BTech graduates reached ₹5 LPA, with specialized roles in core engineering domains commanding higher compensation. Postgraduate programs reported a median package of ₹2.64 LPA for MBA students, with consistent participation from financial and IT sectors. The university's structured internship-to-placement pathway enables students to gain industry exposure before final recruitment.
IKGPTU Jalandhar-Recruiter Engagement
Diverse sectors engage with IKGPTU, including:
- IT/Software: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant
- Engineering & Manufacturing: L&T, Hero Cycle, ACCENTURE
- Emerging Sectors: UrbanGabru (e-commerce), Graziti Interactive (AI solutions)
Notably, 2024 witnessed Sky Trade Lincs extending the highest offer at ₹13.4 LPA, followed by Urbangabru (₹8 LPA) and OCCL (₹7 LPA).
IKGPTU Jalandhar-Institutional Support Systems
The university's placement framework includes:
- Skill Development Workshops: Technical aptitude and soft-skills training
- Industry Collaboration: Semester-long corporate projects with companies like Solitaire Infosys
- Multi-tier Recruitment Model: Pool campus drives combined with specialized hiring weeks Lateral entry options in BTech enable diploma holders to access placement services, expanding opportunities for non-traditional students.
