IIM Mumbai Achieves 100% Placements For Batch Of 2025; Microsoft Offers ₹54 Lakh To 2 Students
Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai has once again demonstrated its excellence in placements, achieving a 100% placement rate for its graduating Batch of 2025.
The recruitment process witnessed an increase of approximately 10% in the total number of job offers compared to the previous year, with 198 companies participating in the placement cycle, up from 180 last year.
A total of 500 offers were extended to the 480-student cohort, with the highest package of Rs54 lakh each being offered by Microsoft to two students. The overall average package recorded an increase of about 5%, reflecting a strong hiring trend and growing industry confidence in the talent pool emerging from IIM Mumbai.
The top 10% of the batch secured an average salary of Rs47.5 lakh, while the top 20% and top 50% achieved packages of Rs41.2 lakh and Rs34.1 lakh, respectively.
Accenture emerged as the largest recruiter, hiring 41 students and offering each a package of Rs47.37 lakh. PwC India made 18 offers, while PwC US Advisory extended 10 offers. Other top recruiters included Alvarez & Marsal, OfBusiness, Praxis Global Alliance, Vodafone Idea, Workday, and ZS Associates, alongside more than 40 first-time recruiters who joined the placement process this year.
A significant development in this year’s placements was the robust hiring across multiple sectors. The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Pharmaceutical sectors together recruited 80 students, with the Pharma & Healthcare industry witnessing a notable 130% increase in job offers.
The Retail & e-Commerce sector also experienced a strong surge, with 65 students securing placements, including 14 who were recruited by Blinkit. The Consulting sector, which saw a 28.92% rise in hiring, remained a strong preference among recruiters.
While most sectors witnessed positive hiring trends, some challenges were noted in the Information Technology (IT) and FMCG segments, which saw a slight decline in recruitment. However, the participation of Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) such as Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) underscored the broad spectrum of opportunities available to IIM Mumbai graduates. A surge in the number of recruiters from various analytics firms were also witnessed during this placement cycle.
Speaking on the successful placement season, Prof. Manoj Tiwari, Director of IIM Mumbai, said, “We are extremely proud of our students and the remarkable placement outcomes this year. The successful transition to IIM Mumbai, combined with our commitment to providing future-ready education and fostering strong industry ties, has played a crucial role in this achievement. This year’s 100% placement record is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, faculty, and corporate partners. We remain committed to maintaining and strengthening our position as a leading business school that equips our students with the skills necessary to excel in the global job market.”
The institute also recorded a significant rise in internship placements for the Batch of 2026, with 100% of students securing internship offers. Coca-Cola emerged as the highest-paying company for internships, offering Rs 5 lakh for an eight-week internship.
The average stipend for the batch was Rs 2.51 lakh for the same period, reflecting strong industry demand for IIM Mumbai students. The average stipend for the top 50% of the batch remained at Rs 3.6 lakhs.
Vartika Shrivastava, Head of the Placement Cell at IIM Mumbai, highlighted the impact of the institute’s growing industry reputation and evolving curriculum. “This year’s placements, where more companies from different sectors participated, have reinforced IIM Mumbai’s standing as a premier business school.”
The graduating batch had an average work experience of 18 months, further contributing to the strong hiring trends. Despite sector-specific challenges, the institute’s strategic focus on high-growth industries and its emphasis on holistic student development ensured an overwhelmingly positive recruitment outcome, said Prof Tiwari.
With a strengthened brand presence following its transition from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) to IIM Mumbai, the institute has further solidified its position as a leading destination for top recruiters across various sectors, he added.
