Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (GRIET) maintains an impressive placement record, thanks to its dedicated Training and Placement Cell (TPC) and proactive industry outreach. This comprehensive overview details the cell’s functioning, top recruiters, placement statistics, and internship ecosystem—crucial for students evaluating their career prospects.
The GRIET Training and Placement Cell (TPC) is a dynamic hub focused on bridging students with top recruiters. The TPC provides:
Pre-Placement Training:Â Regular sessions on aptitude, reasoning, soft skills, communication, interview techniques, and group discussions from the third year onwards.
Domain-Specific Workshops:Â Seminars on current technologies (Cloud, AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity) led by industry professionals from companies like AWS, Palo Alto, Red Hat, and Microsoft.
Mock Interviews and Assessment Centers:Â Real-world interview simulations with technical and HR experts.
Internship and Live Project Opportunities:Â Opportunities through company tie-ups for hands-on learning.
Career and Entrepreneurial Support:Â Guidance for students exploring placement as well as entrepreneurship, backed by an incubation center.
GRIET’s recruiter base includes global IT leaders, core engineering companies, and promising start-ups. Major recruiters are:
IT Majors:Â Amazon, Microsoft, PayPal, Birlasoft, JP Morgan Chase, Zoho Corporation, Capgemini, Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, Accenture, Deloitte.
Product and Fintech:Â Juspay, PayTM, GoDaddy, Celonis, Blue Prism.
Core Sector:Â Bharat Forge, L&T, Cyient, Matrix Labs, Nippon Koei.
Others:Â Zoho, Indian Air Force, GEP, Regalix.
Startups:Â Regular participation of new-age and deep-tech startups.
Mass recruiters (like Infosys, Wipro, and TCS) take in substantial student batches annually.
2024–2025 (Ongoing at the time of reporting):
Highest CTC: ₹51.6LPA (INR)
JP Morgan Chase: ₹19.75LPA to a select group of students
Over 1,000 offers made
400+ students placed at CTC above ₹6LPA
Median CTC: ₹6LPA (B.Tech), ₹4.25–4.8LPA (M.Tech)
Placement Percentage (2024): 99% (UG), ~80–90% (PG)
| Year | No. of Students Placed | Average Package | Top Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 923 | ₹6LPA | Amazon, Microsoft, PayPal, JP Morgan, Infosys |
| 2023 | ~900 | ₹6LPA | Birlasoft, Capgemini, TCS, Tech Mahindra |
| 2022 | ~850 | ₹5.8LPA | Zoho, Deloitte, Infosys, Accenture, Wipro |
Highest package (recent years): ₹40–₹51.6LPA (INR)
Placement Rate: 70–99% for B.Tech across top branches
Lowest Package: Around ₹3–6.5LPA
Approach:Â Internships are promoted at the end of the third year; top companies visit for both summer and in-semester internships.
Conversion Rate: 40–50% students receive pre-placement offers (PPOs) from intern companies, especially in CSE/IT/ECE branches.
Support:Â The Placement Cell assists with applications, interview prep, and coordination.
Skill Development Partnerships:Â Industry certifications (by AWS, Microsoft, etc.) via the Skill Development Cell enhance employability.
Multi-Tier Recruiter Engagement:Â From mass recruiters to boutique product companies and regionally well-known core firms.
Strong Industry Integration:Â Curriculum includes real-world projects, hackathons, and workshops.
Entrepreneurial Focus:Â Dedicated entrepreneurial hub for startups and patent filing support.
International Exposure:Â Limited, but alumni network in Gulf/Middle East countries assists civil and core placements.
| Year | No. of Students Placed | Average Package | Top Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 923 | ₹6LPA | Amazon, Microsoft, PayPal, JP Morgan |
| 2023 | ~900 | ₹6LPA | Birlasoft, Capgemini, TCS, Tech Mahindra |
| 2022 | ~850 | ₹5.8LPA | Zoho, Deloitte, Infosys, Accenture |
GRIET’s Placement Cell is a professionally-run center that provides holistic support—from soft skills training to in-depth employer interactions. The result is a high placement percentage, superior average packages, and strong connections with major industry players. Students also benefit from robust internship support, often leading to direct job offers and successful professional journeys post-graduation.
Whether seeking a dream IT career or hands-on engineering roles, GRIET’s placement ecosystem remains a genuine launchpad for success.