IIT Dharwad Placements 2025: Packages, Recruiters & Complete Stats
IIT Dharwad, established in 2016, is located in Dharwad, Karnataka. Mentored by IIT Bombay, the institute follows IIT Bombay's academic framework and has been building its programmes with a focus on quality. Located in Karnataka, IIT Dharwad has proximity to Bengaluru's thriving tech ecosystem. The institute has been actively developing its campus infrastructure and academic capabilities. The Placement Cell is in its early stages of building corporate relationships.
Key Placement Highlights — 2025
₹25 LPA+
₹10 LPA
₹8.5 LPA
70%
140+
Data pending
Branch-wise Placement Data
Average and median packages by department for the 2025 placement season.
| Branch | Avg Package | Median Package |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | ₹16 LPA | ₹13 LPA |
| Electrical Engineering | ₹10 LPA | ₹8.5 LPA |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₹8.5 LPA | ₹7 LPA |
Top Recruiters at IIT Dharwad
Companies that actively recruit from IIT Dharwad during campus placements.
How to Hire from IIT Dharwad
Companies looking to recruit from IIT Dharwad have two primary pathways:
1. Through the Official Placement Cell
IIT Dharwad's placement cell manages the formal campus recruitment process. Companies need to register in advance (typically by August-September), meet minimum CTC requirements, and follow the institute's placement policies. The process is well-structured but requires significant lead time and administrative coordination.
Visit the official placement cell website for registration details and recruitment guidelines.
2. Through Novare Talent
For companies — especially startups and growing firms — that want to hire IIT Dharwad talent without navigating the formal placement process, Novare Talent offers a streamlined alternative. We provide curated access to verified IIT Dharwad students and alumni, with 3-5 matched candidates delivered within 48 hours.
This is particularly useful for roles that don't fit the traditional campus recruitment mould: off-season hiring, niche technical roles, internship-to-hire pipelines, and positions at companies that may not meet the placement cell's minimum CTC requirements.
Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions — IIT Dharwad Placements
Common questions about placement outcomes at IIT Dharwad.
The highest package at IIT Dharwad for the 2024-25 season was over ₹25 LPA. As a newer IIT mentored by IIT Bombay, the institute is still building its placement infrastructure. The Karnataka location and IIT Bombay mentorship provide a strong foundation for growth in the coming years.
Ready to Hire from IIT Dharwad?
Novare Talent gives you curated access to verified IIT talent — without the formal placement cell process. Get 3-5 matched candidates in under 48 hours.