IIT Madras CSE Average Package 2026

IIT Madras is India's NIRF #1 ranked engineering institutionfor eight consecutive years. Its Department of Computer Science & Engineering is world-class, with deep expertise in algorithms, AI/ML, systems, and theoretical computer science.

The 2025–26 placement season delivered an average domestic CTC of ₹32–38 LPA, with strong representation from both product companies and research-oriented roles. IIT Madras has a unique advantage through its Research Park — home to 250+ technology companies and startups — providing students with direct access to industry during their studies.

Data science and AI/ML roles are particularly prominent at IIT Madras, reflecting the institute's research strengths. The Robert Bosch Centre for Data Science and AI (RBCDSAI) and the initiative for Biological Systems Engineering (iBSE) produce cutting-edge research that attracts specialized recruiters.

A notable feature of IIT Madras placements is the strong higher-studies pathway — upwards of 20–25% of the batch pursues MS/PhD programmes at MIT, Stanford, CMU, and other top global institutions, with full funding.